Part-Time Transformative Learning Program Assistant

Reporting to the co-directors of the Institute for Transformative Learning in the Office of the Provost, the part-time program assistant will provide support in coordinating campus-wide experiential learning activities and initiatives at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct one-on-one student advising sessions with undergraduates interested in pursuing research opportunities.
  • Advise and support SLTAs interested in becoming Advanced SLTAs and Ambassadors.
  • Advise students interested in exploring and engaging with other Transformative Learning opportunities.

Programming & Outreach:

  • Serve as a student-facing representative of Transformative Learning at program activities and outreach events.
  • Assist the Coordinator of Service Learning and Coordinator of Undergraduate Research with program activities, outreach, and events.
  • Assist in marketing and promoting Transformative Learning activities to VCU students.

Administrative Support:

  • Provides general administrative support for the Institute for Transformative Learning.
  • Assists the Coordinator of Service Learning and Coordinator of Undergraduate Research as needed.
  • Supports students currently engaged in undergraduate research and service learning with enhanced support and resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to work collaboratively with peers, faculty, and staff, and a strong desire to support student success.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and stay organized while balancing multiple priorities.
  • Basic proficiency with standard productivity tools and virtual communication platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience as an undergraduate researcher and/or service learning student.
  • Experience with peer mentoring and/or advising other undergraduate students.
  • Strong writing, public speaking, student engagement skills.
  • Interest in academic program management and coordination.
  • Willingness to commit to a full academic year with the ability to work up to 20 hours per week.

Salary Range: Up to $19 hourly

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hours per Week: Up to 20 hour per week

Restricted Position: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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