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Graduate Assistant Positions

Expand your professional network, grow your skills, and help finance your graduate education. The following graduate assistant positions are available across each of the Commonwealth University campus locations.

Graduate assistantship applications are available online or may be picked up at the Office of Graduate Studies. Applications should be submitted to the graduate program or department/office to which you are applying. Contracts are issued by the Office of Graduate Studies.

Bloomsburg

Number of positions available
1

Semester(s)
Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Responsibilities
Assist the Dean and Associate Dean's office with Academic Affairs assignments and tasks. Assist with accreditations, data collection, and reports. Participate in meetings and help organize and schedule events for the college. May assist with presentations and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements
• Graduate Student admitted to a Commonwealth University of PA graduate program with a career pathway aligned with this position
• A value for academic affairs, accreditation, and continuous improvement
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient writing skills
• Proficient qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills appropriate to the type and level of work assignments
• Proficient technology skills
• Organizational skills and strategies
• Ability to work under supervision with leadership and strategic teams
• A positive commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Meet deadlines in completing assignments, preparing reports, and conducting research with supervision
• Proactive about taking initiative given assignments and supervision
• Dependable, reliable, and self-reliant
• Commitment to being mentored and to collaboration and collegiality
• A disposition of life-long learning and willingness to receive feedback and coaching
• A tolerance for working on teams that have multiple projects and initiatives being concurrently designed, implemented, and analyzed for continuous improvement
• An appreciation and value for higher education and an academic unit as complex, dynamic and unique workplaces


Supervisor Contact Info
Dr. Todd Hoover
thoove2@commonwealthu.edu
570-389-2727

Department/Office
Associate Dean's Office, COE and Human Studies

Number of positions available
1

Semester(s)
Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Responsibilities
The Graduate Assistant for Tennis will serve as the primary assistant on the coaching staff. This person will work closely with the Head Tennis Coach in all facets of the program. Specific duties include but are not limited to: involvement in the development of athletic budgets and budget management, development and implementation of various promotional and fundraising ideas to include camps, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes, assist in overall practice and game planning to include video breakdown using Dartfish Technology, assist in daily teaching/coaching on the courts.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Candidate must be accepted into one of Bloomsburg University’s graduate education programs
• Minimum two (2) years of NCAA collegiate Tennis
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Must exhibit leadership capabilities
• Ability to work 20 hours a week
• Ability to teach mechanics, as well as tactical parts of the game
• Presence for games and practices
• Ability to pass the NCAA Division II Recruiting Modules
• Adult CPR/AED certification
• Eagerness to learn

Supervisor Contact Info
Rebecca Helt
rhelt@bloomu.edu
570-389-3851

Number of positions available
1

Semester(s)
Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Responsibilities
The Graduate Assistant for Women's Lacrosse will serve as the primary assistant on the coaching staff. This person will work closely with the Head Lacrosse coach in all facets of the program. Specific duties include but are not limited to: involvement in the development of athletic budgets and budget management, development and implementation of various promotional and fundraising ideas, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes, assist in overall practice and game planning, assist in daily teaching/coaching on the field. This individual must pass the NCAA Division II recruiting exam and comply with all NCAA rules on compliance.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Candidate must be accepted into one of Bloomsburg University’s graduate programs
• Desired that the candidate played NCAA collegiate lacrosse
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Must exhibit leadership capabilities
• Ability to work 20 hours a week
• Must be present for all games and practices
• Ability to pass the NCAA Division II Recruiting Modules
• Adult CPR/AED certification

Supervisor Contact Info
Shannon Hertz
shertz@bloomu.edu
570-389-4972

Graduate Assistant - Women's Volleyball
1
Spring 2024
The Graduate Assistant for Women's Volleyball will serve as the primary assistant on the coaching staff. This person will work closely with the Head Volleyball coach in all facets of the program. Specific duties include but are not limited to: involvement in the development of athletic budgets and budget management, development and implementation of various promotional and fundraising ideas, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, assist in the recruitment of prospective student-athletes, assist in overall practice and game planning including film breakdown, assist in daily teaching/coaching on the court. This individual must pass the NCAA Division II recruiting exam and comply with all NCAA rules on compliance.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Candidate must be accepted into one of Bloomsburg University’s graduate programs
• Desired that the candidate played collegiate volleyball
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Must exhibit leadership capabilities
• Ability to work 20 hours a week
• Must be present for all games and practices
• Ability to pass the NCAA Division II Recruiting Modules
• Adult CPR/AED certification
Dan Kreiger
dkreiger@bloomu.edu
570-389-4873
Athletics
Graduate Assistant
1
Spring 2024
This person’s main responsibility was the marketing of the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities through social media outlets. 
This position is responsible for timely posts using Facebook & Instagram to include coverage of main college events such as CASSH CON by marketing our students’ achievements, career programs offered, and other important topics the GA helps to shine light on the accomplishments of the College as a whole. 
The GA works alongside faculty and students alike on all campuses of CU to promote our college to students and the public.
Academic or Professional Experience in Marketing, Business, Media, Journalism or a related field.
Child Abuse and Criminal Record Background Checks.
Proficiency with Technology (Microsoft Office, Photoshop and other related software, Photography & Videography).
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to receive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback.
Excellent written (grammar and spelling) and editing skills.
Understand how to engage people on social media platforms.
Use monitoring tools for insights and align with the college’s goals
 
James Brown
jbrown@commonwealthu.edu
570-389-4811
College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities
CU-THRIVE Scholarship Program Graduate Assistant
1
Spring 2024
Play a key role in an NSF-funded scholarship program supporting low-income students in STEM by assisting project team with outreach for scholar recruitment, human subjects data collection, and internal and external communication. Specific duties include, but are not limited to collaborating with project team and on-and off-campus services to plan and execute recruitment activities, accurate record-keeping for research and grant reporting, and using email and social media platforms to foster internal communication and generate external awareness and engagement. Ten hours per week. Some work may be completed remotely.
-Graduate student admitted to Commonwealth University of PA Graduate Program
-Interest in student success
-Interest in human subjects research and willingness to complete Human Subjects Research training
-Good attention to detail
-Excellent written and oral communication skills
-Prior experience using social media for external communication.
-Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team.
-Familiarity with MS Office Suite
-Strong organizational and time management skills
Jennifer Whisner
jwhisner@commonwealthu.edu
570-389-4139
CU-THRIVE Scholarship Program

Number of positions available
1

Semester(s)
Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Responsibilities
Engage in research related to school counseling, conduct literature reviews, assist in organizational tasks related to student advisement/classroom preparation/practicums/internships, and regional professional development programs. Work with admissions offices to promote program growth.

Requirements
Student must be enrolled in Master's degree in School Counseling program at Bloomsburg University. Experience in research skills and APA proficiency required. Knowledge of social media for program promotion and advertising required.

Supervisor Contact Info
Julie Cerrito
jcerrito@commonwealthu.edu
5703893420

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Lock Haven

Number of positions available
1

Semester(s)
Fall 2023, Spring 2024

Responsibilities
Assist the Head Coach with on-deck duties during practices and competitions. Generate posts for social media. Other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Requirements
Enrolled in a graduate program at LHU. Prior swimming and/coaching experience is NOT necessary. Availability during afternoon practice times is preferred. 

Supervisor Contact Info
Jerry Hammaker
ghammaker@lockhaven.edu
570-484-2102

Additional Information

  • Graduate Assistantships are open to all regularly admitted students pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree. There are a varying number of assistantships available with each graduate program and in particular departments/offices across the University. Positions are awarded by the Assistant Vice President and Dean of Graduate Studies and Research upon the recommendation of the Graduate Program Coordinators or GA supervisors.
  • Students are granted assistantships for one semester at a time. The appointment and continuation of an assistantship will depend upon good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 prior to appointment and in each semester of appointment), favorable evaluation by the faculty supervising the assistantship and recommendation of the Graduate Program Coordinator. Graduate students who have an assistantship in one program/office are not eligible for an assistantship in a second program/office.
  • BU assistantships are either half-time (20 hours per week) or quarter-time (10 hours per week) and students are required to work 15 weeks in the Fall and Spring semesters, and 12 weeks in the Summer semester. Quarter-time assistants must carry a minimum of nine (9) graduate credits and half time GA’s are required to carry a minimum of six (6). Both quarter and half-time assistantships provide a six (6) credit tuition waiver per semester [non PA residents pay out-of-state tuition and fees]. The waiver does not include undergraduate prerequisite courses, activity fees, health fees, student union fees, recreational fees, or any other charges incurred.
  Summer 2023 Fall 2023 Spring 2024
Quarter-time (10 Hours) $1,230 $1,537.50 $1,537.50
Half-time (20 hours) $2,460 $3,075 $3,075

Some federal fellowships may be offered in selected fields of study, so program coordinators should be contacted regarding availability. In addition, the PHEAA Loan Program is available, as well as student work-study.

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Instructions and application process for requesting a GA.

E&G Graduate Assistantship Budget and Process Flowchart

GA Appointment Form

GA Stipend Waiver Costs

GA Alternate Funding Source

Details of GA Position for Posting on the Web

E&G Graduate Assistantship Budget and Process Flowchart

GA Appointment Form

GA Stipend Waiver Costs

GA Alternate Funding Source

Details of GA Position for Posting on the Web

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Gain Valuable Hands-on Experience

Graduate Assistants get to work directly with Commonwealth University staff in a professional capacity while utilizing the skills acquired from their undergraduate experience. Graduate assistants also receive a generous stipend and the opportunity to take graduate-level courses to continue developing professionally.

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