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The Office of Student Life’s mission consists of the following key aspects: growth of the whole student, exposure to a wide variety of experiences both educational and social, and fostering a fun and engaging environment for students to learn and grow.  We are currently accepting application for a Graduate Assistant position to begin January 5, 2026. Graduate Assistants are required to work 30 to 40 hours per week and will receive room and board, a monthly stipend and up to 21 hours of tuition remission per academic year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Spirit Shop Support/Supervision 50% – Assist the Director with the supervision of all student employees in the Spirit Shop, inventory merchandise, and secure quotes for additional merchandise
2. Print and Mail Support 40% – Help supervise and train student employees and ensure high-quality mail service and print production. Help produce professional print items for campus marketing. Assist students with campus mail distribution.

3. Campus Programming Support 10% – The GA would assist the other members of OSIO with large campus programs and traditional

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Acceptance into a RU graduate program
• A valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance; insurable for driving per RU policy
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be a self-starter

TO APPLY: Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to HumanResources@rockford.edu.