Positions and Descriptions

If you have applied to the M.S. in Biology, your academic program application is also your application for a graduate assistantship in the Biology Department. You do not need to complete a separate Graduate Assistant application. If admitted into the M.S. in Biology program, your assistantship will be in the Biology Department.

Job Summary: Department of Biology Graduate Assistant

The primary responsibility of each GA is to provide support as a teaching assistant in our laboratory courses, and in the maintenance of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide in-class and/or online instructional support for students and assist instructors in delivering course content; this will include any preparation required to demonstrate knowledge and competency in the subjects being presented in lab (e.g., studying lab material, attending lectures).
• Providing logistical support outside of regularly scheduled laboratory classes for setup and teardown of weekly laboratories.
• Preparation and grading of weekly pre-lab and in-class assessment.
• Assist in preparation, proctoring, set-up/tear-down, and grading of midterm and final exams for lectures and labs.
• Maintaining 2 office hours per week for undergraduates to seek assistance with assignments, lab reports, and preparation for examinations, for the lecture and laboratory courses to which the GA is assigned.
• Provide mentorship for our undergraduates, and to serve as role models for our students.
• Monitoring and reporting instances of bias to instructors and administration.
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment and facilities.

Depending upon the course, additional work for GAs may include:

• Coordinating work responsibilities with all other GAs assigned to a given section of lab.
• Preparing detailed dissections of anatomical material to use for in-class observations, quizzes, and examinations.
• Maintenance and care of live animals used in our laboratories.
• Maintenance and care of live plants in our greenhouse.
• Depending upon the laboratory course, GAs may be required to maintain van certification to drive university vehicles for short-distance transportation during some field-based laboratory courses.

Required Qualifications

• Admission to a Biology JCU graduate program.
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations.
• Must maintain full time graduate student status.

Working Hours and Conditions

20 hours per week in Biology laboratory setting.

Contact Information
Dr. Ralph Saporito
Phone: 216.397.4492
Email: rsaporito@jcu.edu

Boler College of Business Graduate Assistants

The following positions are restricted to applicants admitted to or matriculated in a Boler College of Business graduate program. 

Applicants may indicate their interest in a specific position or multiple positions in their required GA Application.

Position Descriptions:

Boler Professional Development (BPD) Program Graduate Assistant

The primary duties of this position involve day-to-day management and execution of the Boler Professional Development (BPD) program curriculum and events. The position's primary responsibility is to ensure Boler students meet their BPD graduation requirements and have superior professional skills upon graduation. This position is a 20 hours per week graduate assistantship and reports to the Boler Professional Development Program Manager. 

Muldoon Center for Entrepreneurship Graduate Assistant

The GA for the Muldoon Center for Entrepreneurship assists in the operations of the entrepreneurship program. This includes academic programs, social ventures operated by entrepreneurship students, and community programs. Our team has the privilege of developing and implementing a variety of learning experiences and events for JCU and high school students, and the Greater Cleveland community. Our GA is an integral member of our team, assisting with all aspects of designing and implementing these experiences and programs. The Director of the Muldoon Center will work with our GA to identify skills they want to develop and plug them in to opportunities to do so. 

Boler MBA Programs/B_Inspired Marketing Studio Graduate Assistant

The GA for MBA Programs and the B_Inspired Marketing Studio will have the opportunity to acquire and hone marketing, event planning, administrative and management skills. There will be a total of 20 hours of work per week required between the two areas. Responsibilities within the B-Inspired Marketing Studio include agency promotions and engagement directed towards JCU students, assisting with agency operations related to student hiring and training, and managing the agency's promotional content. Responsibilities for the Boler MBA Programs include working closely with the MBA faculty and staff to plan, coordinate and execute initiatives and events that will support and contribute to achieving program goals in recruitment, enrollment, engagement, retention, marketing and brand awareness.

Contact Information
Tracy Patterson, MBA
Phone: 216.397.1970
Email: tpatterson@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Department of Counseling Graduate Assistant

Graduate assistants in the Department of Counseling are expected to support the research and scholarship of faculty members. Graduate assistants are also expected to help with recruiting/professional events as the Department of Counseling looks to expand and diversify its student enrollment and population. The ideal candidate will bring both professionalism and enthusiasm to this position as they gain professional and personal development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Aid faculty with research, including but not limited to: completing literature reviews, collecting data, analyzing data, and coding.
• Help with recruiting/professional events (may include some evening or weekend attendance).
• Assist with updating site directories for practicum and internship sites, as well as other Department of Counseling forms as needed.
• Support prospective students during the application process, such as answering questions about the program(s), providing tours, etc.
• Collaborate with faculty members for workshops/programs hosted by the Department of Counseling.
• Represent the Department of Counseling in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner when interacting with other professionals and students.
• Develop, maintain, and/or enhance information regarding the Department of Counseling (e.g., newsletters, website, social media, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility, self-motivation, creativity, organization, and professionalism.
• Able to use Google Account (e.g., Google Documents, Google Slides, Google Forms, etc.) and Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the counseling profession.
• Friendly and positive demeanor when working with faculty, staff, students, and prospective students.
• Admission to a JCU graduate program.
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations.
• Must maintain full time graduate student status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background or experience with research.
• Knowledge of data analysis programs (e.g., SPSS, Qualtrics, etc.).
• Previous experience with recruiting/event planning.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle.

Working Hours and Conditions

Graduate assistants in the Department of Counseling are expected to maintain a schedule each semester of their 20 hours of work per week. The Department of Counseling has a graduate assistant office that can be used Monday through Friday. Graduate assistants are not required to have set working hours on the weekends but may be asked to help with events that take place on the weekends or they may need to work independently on the weekends in order to complete tasks. Graduate assistants are expected to maintain regular communication with their department supervisor regarding the availability.

Contact Information
Dr. Martina Moore, Department Chair
Phone: 216.397.1916
Email: mmoore@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Department of Education Graduate Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with faculty and departmental scholarship and research. Duties may include:

• Writing abstracts for conferences
• Conducting literature searches
• Writing literature reviews or other parts of manuscripts
• Designing research
• Collecting data
• Analyzing data
• Identifying appropriate archival materials
• Finding data or other information online
• Presenting data (in written or oral form)
• Overseeing undergraduate research assistants
• Designing websites and online materials related to research
• Acting as a liaison between the department and other organizations
• Coordinating and applying for funding
• Helping to write grant applications
• Organizing and maintaining folders, drives, databases that house articles, data, write-ups, etc.,
• Completing IRB forms and maintaining and managing regulatory compliance
• Coding data or articles for meta-analyses
• Completing CITI Training
• Conducting interviews
• Responding to participant inquiries
• Conducting field research activities off campus
• Helping to conduct action research, focus group research, etc.
• Writing a monthly department newsletter
• Serving as a point of contact to prospective grad students
• Social and intellectual programming for current grad students
• Celebrating JCU ED alumni accomplishments and success stories in the field
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Full-time, matriculated graduate student in a degree seeking program
• Effective verbal, analytical and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Technology skills: Microsoft office, Canvas, social networking sites
• Friendly, reliable, and self-motivated
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Admission to a JCU graduate program
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations
• Must maintain full time graduate student status

Working Hours and Conditions

Monday through Friday 9-5 primarily, with some evening hours possible. Office work, primarily writing, analyzing data and collecting data in the field.

Contact Information
Dr. Yi Shang
Phone: 216.397.4767
Email: yshang@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Department of Exercise Science and Sports Leadership Graduate Assistant

The Department of Exercise Science and Sport Leadership is seeking a GA for AY 2024-2025  

• The Department of Exercise Science and Sport Leadership is grounded in the belief of the dignity of each person. We emphasize the value and importance of physical activity in all people’s lives, and the development of professionals prepared to help everyone achieve maximum individual potential. Our students have a wide range of opportunities to pursue careers in fitness and wellness, exercise science, allied health, or the sports industry. The Department currently offers two undergraduate majors (Exercise Science and Sports Leadership) and two graduate programs (Exercise Physiology and Sports Leadership). 
• The Graduate Assistant will report to the Masters in Exercise Physiology Graduate Program Director. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Exercise Science Lab with faculty, staff, and students in the department. 

• Preparation of lab activities, including set-up, clean-up, etc.
• Conducting fitness testing, entering data, and creating reports for various JCU and external community members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree 
• CPR/AED certifications
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) 
• Knowledge of basic Exercise Testing laboratory techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (ACSM and/or NSCA)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related degree, or 1-3 years related work experience
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and its maintenance.

Working Hours and Conditions

Hours within the normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00 pm. Must be able to work in person.

Contact Information
Dr. Jackie Zera
Phone: 216-397-1566
Email:  jzera@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Department of Theology and Religious Studies Graduate Assistant

The Department of Theology & Religious Studies seeks to fill two (2) full-time GA positions for the 2024-2025 academic year. TRS GAs work collaboratively with each other, faculty, and staff supporting the teaching, research, and service responsibilities of the department.      

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help faculty develop syllabi, design assignments, build Canvas sites, and other teaching-related activities, including holding regular office hours
• Research books for course adoption; assist with book orders
• Place items on reserve for courses
• Attend class to facilitate teaching
• Assist students with papers, exam preparation, and other tutoring-type activities
• Proctor make-up quizzes/exams for undergraduates as necessary
• Correct quizzes and exams; assist with grading of essays and grade entry
• Occasional classroom teaching
• Active research support (bibliographic searches, literature reviews, tracking down needed books/articles, inter-library loan orders, etc.)
• Proofreading, abstracting, and reviewing books, articles, films, and other teaching or research resources
• Assist with copy-editing and online publication of faculty research
• Occasional photocopying or scanning of sensitive research/teaching materials
• Help plan and host special professional events and conferences
• Support faculty university service (e.g., assist with departmental committees)

Required Qualifications

• Full-time, matriculated, degree-seeking graduate student in the Theology & Religious Studies M.A. program
• Evidence of academic excellence in undergraduate work
• Strong writing, editing, and speaking skills
• Facility in MS Office and Google Suite applications
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and student assistants
• Admission to a JCU graduate program
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations
• Must maintain full time graduate student status

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in theology, religious studies, or cognate fields
• Prior teaching and/or tutoring experience
• Facility in graphic design software and familiarity with a range of social media platform

Working Hours and Conditions

GAs are expected to be available on campus up to 20 hours per week, in order to assist faculty during normal business hours Monday through Friday. TRS provides GAs with a large shared office with individual work stations.

Contact Information:
Dr. Edward Hahnenberg
Phone: 216.397.1674
Email: ehanenberg@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Athletics Department Administration Athletics Assistant

The Athletics Administrative Athletics Assistant can expect duties to include maintaining our current sponsorship agreements, seeking new sponsorship partners, assisting in department operations, assisting in department programming for student-athletes, assisting in game/event management, and other duties assigned by the Director of Athletics.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communication with and management of our current sponsorship partners.
• Establishing relationships with new sponsorship partners.
• Operational assistance with game/event management, facility management and rentals. 
• Assistance with student-athlete programming, both within the department and across campus.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate comfortably in the local business community.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in athletics at either the high school or college level.
• A candidate who is interested in the administrative and business sides of college athletics.
• Someone who enjoys working as part of a team.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work some weekends.

Contact Information
Dr. Kerry Bebie, Deputy Athletic Director
Phone: 216-397-1997
Email: kbebie@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Baseball Athletic Assistant

The Baseball Athletic Assistant can expect duties to include coaching and recruiting student-athletes, athlete skill development, opponent study, gameday responsibilities, monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and commitments, and other duties assigned by the head coach.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily management and coaching instruction of student-athletes.  Position group to be determined.
• Opponent schematic and personnel study to be done throughout the season.
• Recruiting responsibilities that include evaluations and communication with prospects.
• Administrative duties that will include operational assistance, camps, fundraising, and academic support.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with students.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in high school or college.
• Previous coaching experience in high school or college.
• Familiarity with Hudl and uploading film.
• Ability to edit video or use photoshop for recruiting purposes.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work weekends in-season.

Contact Information:
Bobby Bell, Baseball Head Coach
Phone: 216-397-4660
Email: rbell@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Football Athletic Assistant (Defense)

The Football Athletic Assistant-Defense can expect duties to include coaching and recruiting student-athletes on the defensive side of the ball, athlete skill development, opponent film breakdown and study, gameday responsibilities, monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and commitments, and other duties assigned by the head coach.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily management and coaching instruction with a position group on the defensive side of the ball.
• Opponent schematic and personnel study to be done weekly.
• Recruiting responsibilities that include evaluations and communication with prospects.
• Administrative duties that will include operational assistance, camps, fundraising, and academic support.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with students.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in high school or college.
• Previous coaching experience in high school or college.
• Familiarity with Hudl and uploading film.
• Ability to edit video or use photoshop for recruiting purposes.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work weekends in-season.

Contact Information:
Jeff Behrman, Football Head Coach
Phone: 216-397-3040
Email: jbehrman@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Football Athletic Assistant (Offense)

The Football Athletic Assistant-Offense can expect duties to include coaching and recruiting student-athletes on the offensive side of the ball, athlete skill development, opponent film breakdown and study, gameday responsibilities, monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and commitments, and other duties assigned by the head coach.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily management and coaching instruction with a position group on the offensive side of the ball.
• Opponent schematic and personnel study to be done weekly.
• Recruiting responsibilities that include evaluations and communication with prospects.
• Administrative duties that will include operational assistance, camps, fundraising, and academic support.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with students.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in high school or college.
• Previous coaching experience in high school or college.
• Familiarity with Hudl and uploading film.
• Ability to edit video or use photoshop for recruiting purposes.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work weekends in-season.

Contact Information:
Jeff Behrman, Football Head Coach
Phone: 216-397-3040
Email: jbehrman@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Softball Athletic Assistant 

The Softball Athletic Assistant can expect duties to include coaching and recruiting student-athletes, athlete skill development, opponent study, gameday responsibilities, monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and commitments, and other duties assigned by the head coach.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily management and coaching instruction of student-athletes.
• Opponent schematic and personnel study to be done throughout the season.
• Recruiting responsibilities that include evaluations and communication with prospects.
• Administrative duties that will include operational assistance, camps, fundraising, and academic support.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with students.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in high school or college.
• Previous coaching experience in high school or college.
• Familiarity with Hudl and uploading film.
• Ability to edit video or use photoshop for recruiting purposes.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work weekends in-season.

Contact Information:
Alex Lagesse, Softball Head Coach
Phone: 216-397-3085
Email: alagesse@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Volleyball Athletic Assistant 

The Volleyball Athletic Assistant can expect duties to include coaching and recruiting student-athletes, athlete skill development, opponent film breakdown and study, gameday responsibilities, monitoring of student-athlete academic progress and commitments, and other duties assigned by the head coach.  These responsibilities will not interfere with the candidate’s academic pursuits in graduate school.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily management and coaching instruction of student-athletes.
• Opponent schematic and personnel study to be done throughout the season.
• Recruiting responsibilities that include evaluations and communication with prospects.
• Administrative duties that will include operational assistance, camps, fundraising, and academic support.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Admission into the graduate school at John Carroll University.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work with students.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in high school or college.
• Previous coaching experience in high school or college.
• Familiarity with Hudl and uploading film.
• Ability to edit video or use photoshop for recruiting purposes.

Working Hours and Conditions:

• Must be able to work in person.  Must be available to work weekends in-season.

Contact Information:
Michele Benoit, Volleyball Head Coach
Phone: 216-397-1562
Email: mbenoit@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Campus Ministry Office - Graduate Assistant/Resident Minister

The Graduate Assistant/Resident Minister is an important part of the University’s Campus Ministry program and represents the Campus Ministry Department in the Residence Halls. They work in collaboration with their supervisory campus minister to integrate faith with campus social and academic life. They establish an active religious presence in residential areas, and encourage faith development and religious practice in the lives of students. This graduate student serves as a resource for students of all religious traditions and lends support and strength to the programs and activities of the campus ministry department and the residential students.

Expectations of the Graduate Assistant/Resident Minister:

• Plan at least one major Campus Ministry program per semester
• Plan and implement hall-based programs
• Meet weekly with the GA/Resident Ministry team
• Meet weekly with the Campus Ministry staff
• Campus Ministry supervision on a bi-weekly basis
• Availability for evening and weekend programming
• Regular presence at JCU dining facilities
• Area Coordinator check-in on a monthly basis
• Mandatory training program in August, a mid-year and end of the year evaluation
• Participate in and help with Sunday worship (6pm or 10pm), and all major university liturgies

Primary Responsibilities

• To encourage and promote participation in campus ministry activities and justice opportunities
• To be available to the students in the residence halls on a regular and consistent basis, as well as being a pastoral presence in time of personal crisis
• To assist in the design and implementation of programs which benefit the moral and spiritual development of students in the residence halls
• Participate in weekly Campus Ministry and Resident Ministry staff meetings as required
• Worship with the JCU faith community and serve as a minister of hospitality
• Co-lead or lead at least one immersion experience (at the discretion of the Campus Ministry staff)
• Plan and implement First Year retreat experiences
• Significant contribution to at least one area of campus ministry programming (TBD)
• Compliance with university rules and regulations
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Ministry

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must live in the Residence Halls
• Admission to a JCU graduate program
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations
• Must maintain full-time graduate student status

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Campus Ministry as an undergraduate
• Prefer an individual with at least one year of post-graduate employment or volunteer experience

Working Hours and Conditions

Because the position requires live on campus, and includes room and board, the expectation is that this GA work 25 hours/week. Many of the duties entail evening and weekend hours.

Contact Information
Kathleen Sardon
Phone: 216.397.4766
Email: ksardon@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion- First Generation Blue Streak Program Graduate Assistant

The Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion (CSDI) is seeking a full-time GA to provide direct services to students from historically underrepresented backgrounds in order for them to become successful and fully engaged in all aspects of their educational experience at JCU. The GA is responsible for several on-going and short-term projects that advance the vision of the Center.  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of the programs and initiatives that provide support and advocacy for students who are the first in their families to attend college. 
• Responsible for the budget that helps operationalize the program, which includes programming and support services. 
• Supervise an undergraduate intern for the First Generation Blue Streak Program.
• Develop weekly and monthly programming aimed at addressing issues impacting first-generation students, especially sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
• Assist the Director in evaluating the program at the end of the year. 
• Provide advising for Cultural Student Organizations by reinforcing the cultural identity and leadership skill development of the multicultural student organizations connected to CSDI. 
• Record and help student leaders evaluate programming.
• Co-responsible for the $10,000 Community Development Activity budget used for small-scale cultural student organization programming; track expenditures, ordering, and purchase reconciliations. 
• Continue our collaboration with the Tri-Alpha Honor Society as First Generation Scholars. 
• Celebrate the identities of our students with programming in First Generation Celebration Day annually in November

Required Qualifications

•  The GA will possess a demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to social justice issues, show success in mentoring students, and demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 
• The successful candidate must have an appreciation and understanding of student development within the context of a Catholic Jesuit university.

Preferred Qualifications

• A practical understanding of issues and trends impacting historically underrepresented students at colleges and universities in the United States. 
• Demonstrated leadership experience in undergraduate student organizations, especially cultural student organizations. 
• Demonstrated experience and skills in event planning. 
• Demonstrated experience and skills in facilitating workshops, presentations, and trainings as they relate to diversity, social justice, and/or leadership development. 
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle.

Working Hours and Conditions

Hours within the normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00; however, this position will require work to be performed on a flexible schedule determined by the Director and GA. Must be able to work in person. Both parties will b

Contact Information 
Selen Zarrelli
Phone: 216.397.1505
Email: azarrelli@jcu.edu 

Job Summary: Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion- MELT Peer Mentoring Program Graduate Assistant

The Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion (CSDI) is seeking a full-time GA to provide direct services to students from historically underrepresented backgrounds in order for them to become successful and fully engaged in all aspects of their educational experience at JCU. The GA is responsible for several on-going and short-term projects that advance the vision of the Center.  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of the programs and initiatives that provide support and advocacy for students who are first generation, low income, LGBTQ+, and/or students of color. 
• Responsible for the $30,000 that help operationalize the program, which include compensation, programming, and support services. 
• Supervise and develop a team of 30+ Peer Mentors and evaluate performance each semester. 
• Supervise an undergraduate intern for the MELT program. 
• Develop weekly and monthly programming aimed at addressing issues impacting first year students, specifically mentees in the program. 
• Assist the Assistant Director in evaluating the program during and at the end of the year. 
• Research and benchmark the program with peer colleges and universities at the local, state, and national level.
• Provide advising for Cultural Student Organizations by reinforcing the cultural identity and leadership skill development of the multicultural student organizations connected to CSDI. 
• Advocate, as necessary, for individual students across campus.

Required Qualifications

• The GA will possess a demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to social justice issues, show success in mentoring students, and demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• The successful candidate must have an appreciation and understanding of student development within the context of a Catholic Jesuit university.

Preferred Qualifications

• A practical understanding of issues and trends impacting historically underrepresented students at colleges and universities in the United States. 
• Demonstrated leadership experience in undergraduate student organizations, especially cultural student organizations. 
• Demonstrated experience and skills in event planning. 
• Demonstrated experience and skills in facilitating workshops, presentations, and trainings as they relate to diversity, social justice, and/or leadership development. 
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle.

Working Hours and Conditions

Hours within the normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00 pm; however, this position will require work to be performed on a flexible schedule determined by the Director and GA. Must be able to work in person. Both parties will brainstorm, negotiate, and agree to the best dates, times, and manners to meet the GA’s weekly 20-hours. 

Contact Information 
Selen Zarrelli
Phone: 216.397.1505
Email: azarrelli@jcu.edu 

Job Summary: Office of Academic Affairs Graduate Assistant

The Office of Academic Affairs is seeking a GA for Academic Year 2024-2025.  

The VPAA’s Office seeks a graduate assistant to coordinate communications with campus colleagues and partners via a monthly newsletter, social media, and other channels. Secondarily, the graduate assistant will provide research and logistical support academic events and initiatives.

Duties:

• Compiles a monthly newsletter sent out to JCU faculty and academic staff;
• Interfaces with university Marketing office to develop, collaborate, and share content;
• Develops and maintains the VPAA’s Office social media presence, including LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. In this role, the graduate assistant should stay abreast of changes in social media platforms and how to leverage them to support student recruitment and retention;
• Develops promotional materials for faculty, staff, and student development opportunities;
• Builds relationships with VPAA office constituents and department chairs/program leaders to coordinate content delivery via multiple channels;
• Helps maintain VPAA office website;
• Leads logistics for DISCOVER, the university’s research day;

Required qualifications:

• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Basic knowledge of design platforms such as Canva;
• Experience using a range of social media platforms;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong independent creative problem-solving skills;
• Currently enrolled as a graduate student at JCU;
• Competent computer skills, including Google suite products;

Preferred qualifications:

• Some knowledge of best practices for institutional social media accounts and communications;
• Some knowledge of social media metrics;

Working Hours and Conditions

Hours typically within normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00 pm. Must be able to work in person. Occasionally, there will be need for support for special events during evening or weekend hours.

Contact Information
Rebecca Drenovsky
Phone: 216.397.4451
Email: rdrenovsky@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Residence Life Graduate Assistant

The Office of Residence Life is seeking a graduate assistant for the 2024-2025 academic year to engage in the development of the residential experience. This 20-hour/week assistantship will include the following responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a residential community of approximately 175-300 students living in one residence hall
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate 5-7 Resident Assistants (RAs), including 1 Senior RA
• Conduct bi-weekly one-on-one meetings with individual RAs and facilitate weekly staff meetings
• Oversee the planning and implementation of all programming and community development initiatives within the residence hall
• Advise and guide RAs on appropriate student and floor interventions
• Collaborate with campus partners to intervene with and support students of concern and students at-risk, including mediating elevated roommate conflicts
• Manage budget lines for community building, programming, and staff development
• Contribute to Office of Residence Life processes, which may include housing operations, training, recruitment and selection
• Because of the nature of this position, some hours may be worked on nights and during weekend
• This position will begin early-August so a successful candidate may participate in RA Training. This position will also extend in May to accommodate residence hall closing. More details will be provided during interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate student in the Master of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• GA must maintain a term GPA of 3.0 while in the position and hold no active academic probations
• Must maintain full-time graduate student status

The Office of Residence Life will also provide the following:

• The Office of Residence will provide apartment style on-campus housing      
• A commuter meal plan
• If living on campus and with a valid JCU parking permit, access to designated parking space
• Additional compensation (in addition to tuition award and stipend) available for participation in the on-call duty rotation. Options may be available for compensated work during university break periods.

Contact Information 
Amber Karel-Gerace
Phone: 216.397.1937
Email: akgerace@jcu.edu

Job Summary: Wellness Center Graduate Assistant

The Wellness Center is seeking a GA to assist the Assistant Director of Student Wellbeing.  The graduate assistant is a paraprofessional employee of the John Carroll University Division of Student Affairs. The GA works closely with the Assistant Director of Student Wellbeing as well as the second GA to develop and implement programs to promote health and wellness to students on the John Carroll University campus.  The GA will work with the Assistant Director of Student Wellbeing to hire, train, and supervise undergraduate student peer health advocates.  The GA will also assist with health information campaigns, campus-wide health and wellness initiatives, providing information and resources to students, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with creation and implementation of outreach and educational programs and trainings for campus groups, student employees, and classrooms. 
• Assist with assessment of educational programs that include creating pre- and post- program surveys to ensure learning objectives are met through educational presentations.
• Assist with creating and updating marketing and social marketing materials for Student Wellness that includes the website, Instagram, and other office materials. 
• Assist with recruitment, education, and professional development of Peer Health Advocates.
• Responsible for implementation of on-campus initiatives as well as social norming campaigns to reduce stigma surrounding health and wellness behaviors of college students.  
• Ensure that the Student Wellness Center has appropriate resources (up to date information and supplies).
• Serve on campus wide committees for health and wellness initiatives on campus. 
• Provide wellness coaching to undergraduate students on issues such as stress, substance abuse, and relationships.
• Meet with students after incidents involving alcohol or other drugs and using motivational interview practices.
• Maintain FERPA compliance and integrity of academic policies and procedures including Title IX.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in public health.
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong communication skills including: attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, active listening, small group and one to one interaction.
• Ability to work independently.
• Technology skills: Microsoft office programs, social networking sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred prior experience presenting to college-aged students. 

Working Hours and Conditions

• Hours within the normal business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00. 
• Must be able to work in person. 
• Occasional evening and weekend hours including weekly Tuesday night meetings. 

Contact Information 
Jamie Greenwolf
Phone:(216) 397-1973
Email:  jgreenwolf@jcu.edu