Graduate Assistant Positions

Job Title: MBA Program

Number of positions available: 1

Location of GA Position: Remote

Semester(s): Fall 2025

Responsibilities

• Social Media Management
• Curate, schedule, and publish multi‑platform content (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook) that highlights program achievements, student stories, and upcoming events.
• Monitor engagement metrics weekly, respond to comments/messages, and recommend tactics to grow followers and reach.
• Digital Content Creation
• Draft short‑ and long‑form copy—including posts, blog pieces, email newsletters, and press releases—aligned with the MBA program’s tone and brand standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and students to source photos, graphics, and video clips; coordinate basic editing and captioning.
• Event Planning & Execution
• Lead logistics for information sessions, open houses, alumni panels, and employer spotlights: reserve space, create run‑of‑show agendas, coordinate catering/tech, manage RSVPs, and oversee day‑of setup.
• Develop post‑event surveys and compile feedback to inform continuous improvement.
• Marketing Campaign Support
• Maintain a content calendar that integrates key recruitment cycles and university‑wide initiatives (e.g., Hispanic Heritage Month, Women in Business Week).
• Track campaign performance in simple dashboards and present monthly summaries with actionable insights.
• Administrative & Organizational Tasks
• Keep shared drives, contact lists, style guides, and event checklists current and well‑organized.
• Assist the MBA Coordinator with meeting agendas, minutes, and follow‑up action items.
• Research & Benchmarking
• Conduct quick scans of competitor MBA programs’ digital strategies and summarize best practices for the leadership team.
• Collect data on industry trends that can be leveraged for social content and curriculum relevance.
• Brand Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Proofread all outward‑facing materials for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to APA style and university branding.
• Uphold accessibility standards (alt‑text, captioned video, readable color contrast) in every deliverable.

Requirements: Strong understanding of marketing, specifically, digital and social media. Good organizational skills. Ability to work with individuals. Possesses creativity and excellent writing skills. Have the ability to be a critical thinker.

Supervisor Contact Info
Ronda Mariani
rmariani@commonwealthu.edu
570-389-3772

Department/Office: MBA Program ZCOB

Job Title: Athletic Operations

Number of positions available: 1

Location of GA Position: Bloomsburg

Semester(s): Fall 2025, Spring 2026

Responsibilities
Assist in the operations of all NCAA athletic programs for Bloomsburg. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Game day set up and tear down
2. Weekly outreach to visiting teams, officials, work study students, and campus
3. Manage game contract for all NCAA contests
4. Manage schedules for internal and external use of all athletic facilities

The Graduate Assistant for Athletics Operations will serve as the main point for all ticketing operations. They will also be the point person for the 2025 NCAA Field Hockey National Championship hosted at Bloomsburg.

Requirements: All applicants must have a bachelor's degree. We seek candidates who have a strong background in NCAA collegiate athletics, excellent communication skills, and are well organized.

Supervisor Contact Info
Elijah Morgan
emorgan@bloomu.edu
5703894371

Department/Office: Athletics

Job Title
Graduate Assistant Business Education

Number of positions available
1

Location of GA Position
Bloomsburg

Semester(s)
Fall 2025, Spring 2026

Responsibilities
The graduate assistant will be responsible for assisting with research and various events for the Zeigler College of Business. One of the primary events is the annual Husky Dog Pound competition that is held in the spring.

Requirements
Organized, great oral and written communication skills, and experience with MS Office and Google suite

Supervisor Contact Info
Christina Force
cforce2@commonwealthu.edu
5707645100

Department/Office
Business, Innovation & Technology

Number of positions available: 1

Location of GA Position: Bloomsburg

Semester(s): Fall 2025

Responsibilities
- [This is a single position for 10 hours split between two professors -- Drs. Beth Rogowsky and Craig Young.]
- Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support such as filing, data entry, photocopying, and organizing documents.
- Research Assistance: Conduct research as needed, gather information, and compile reports under the guidance of the supervisor.
- Course Support: Assist in the development and organization of course materials and other class-related items.
- Special Projects: Participate in special projects as assigned by the supervisor or department head.

Requirements
- Enrollment: Must be a currently enrolled student at Commonwealth University.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Organization Skills: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Technical Skills Support: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, and other relevant software.
- Dependability: Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to fulfilling assigned responsibilities
- Availability: Ability to work face-to-face and Zoom for at least 3-5 hours weekly -- particular need on Monday mornings.

Supervisor Contact Info
Craig A. Young, PhD
cyoung@commonwealthu.edu
570-389-5180

Department/Office
K12, HPE, Middle, & Secondary Education

Number of positions available: 1

Location of GA Position: Bloomsburg

Semester(s): Fall 2025

Responsibilities: 
- The Strength and Conditioning Graduate Assistant will serve as the primary support for the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach.
- The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for a few sports assigned by the Head Strength Coach as well as programming, coaching, equipment maintenance, data recording and entry and anything else needed to effectively complete the days tasks.

Requirements:
- Bachelors in an Exercise Science or related program
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of a 3.0 or higher
- CSCS or SCCC
- PR/First Aid/AED
- Acceptance or pending acceptance into a Graduate Program
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience working with diverse groups of athletes

Supervisor Contact Info:
Andrew Foran
aforan@bloomu.edu
5703893908

Department/Office: Athletics

Job Title
Zeigler Institute for Professional Development Graduate Assistant

Number of positions available
2

Semester(s)
Fall 2025, Spring 2026

Responsibilities
This position will assist with program management, events and an annual conference, part of the Zeigler Institute for Professional Development. The position will provide support to ZIPD students and will track progress in the point system.

Requirements
Must be an enrolled student at Commonwealth University with strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be organized with some technical skills. Knowledge of business and professional development preferred.

Supervisor Contact Info
Rebecca Toth
rtoth@commonwealthu.edu
5703894855

Department/Office
Zeigler Institute for Professional Development

The HOPE Center (Haven Outreach Programs for Empowerment) exists to support, empower, and enlighten all CU-Lock Haven students about issues of sex, gender, sexual violence, personal safety and health, social justice and educational equity.

Graduate Assistant Job Description: 

• Assist DEIB staff in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of HOPE Center signature programs that engage, empower, and educate the CU campus community

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive HOPE Center Outreach initiatives (including resource tabling/fairs, social media campaigns, HOPE 101 presentations, etc.) 

• Facilitate or co-facilitate educational workshops regarding gender equity, gender diversity, and sexual violence/misconduct 

• Assist with departmental assessment and data collection/tracking 

• Handle general office tasks and responsibilities related to daily operations 

• Assist with training and development of student leaders (student staff and student ambassadors) 

• Build meaningful relationships and collaborations with campus and community partners 

• Provide excellent customer service to patrons of the HOPE Center 

• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications: 

• Have a working knowledge of women’s issues, gender equity, and sexual violence topics and have a passion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice 

• Have a professional and educational interest in Higher Education, Women’s Studies, Social Work, or a related field 

• Ability to facilitate interactive and engaging programs, events, and workshops for students, faculty, and staff 

• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills 

• Be a self-starter with the ability to work independently or on a team 

• Have experience working in a diverse, fast-paced environment Requirements: Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program (Education, Social Work, Sociology, or a related program preferred) during the 2025-2026 academic year

Information coming soon.

• 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.
• CU assistantships are half-time (20 hours per week), quarter-time (10 hours per week), or eighth-time (5 hours per week). Students are required to work 15 weeks in the Fall and Spring semesters, and 12 weeks in the Summer semester. Eighth-time and quarter-time assistants must carry a minimum of nine (9) credits of graduate coursework 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 and eighth-time assistantships provide a three (3) credit tuition waiver [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.

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.

• 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