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Graduate Program Assistant (0.5 FTE)

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Metropolitan State University of Denver
Location
Denver, CO

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberA01228Position TitleGraduate Program Assistant (0.5 FTE)Position NumberE 1160Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $23,061 – $29,439. The final salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Employee CategoryAdministratorsDepartmentSoE - School of EdEClass CodeAdmin < FT with benefitsPosition Summary

The School of Education (SOE) at Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a part-time employee to support student and alumni engagement and general administrative functions of our graduate programs.

This is a half-time position with benefits.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer.
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Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description/Duties:

Student Recruitment and Admissions (65%):
•Marketing (working with SOE and OGS to maintain consistent marketing presence)
•Recruiting (collecting and documenting recruiting event info, requesting SOE representation for events from Department Chairs, collecting prospective student information from OGS, reaching out to prospective students, following up, tracking recruitment materials, organizing information sessions w/ alumni and faculty)
•Student excellence tracking (collecting and maintaining information on outstanding students and alumni in our graduate programs for potential marketing and other program involvement opportunities)
•Communication with MSU Denver alumni (reaching out to our alumni to keep in touch, invite to events, invite to participate in SOE functions as needed)

Program Support (35%):
•Organization of SOE Graduate Program information and procedures (internal documentation of procedures, consolidating ALP vs. traditional MAT program procedures, present to SOE graduate program team for review, maintain documentation as changes occur)
•Internal communication (communication liaison w/ OGS: disseminating updates and other important information to SOE graduate program team)
•Meeting attendance (attending meetings of the Graduate Best Practices Committee, the SOE Graduate Committee, and other relevant graduate program committees, either solo or accompanying other SOE graduate program team members, and distributing relevant information to SOE graduate program team)
•General administrative support for the SOE Graduate Programs (including additional program support during summer semester or any other period during which the Graduate Coordinator is off contract/on leave), as determined by position supervisor and work leaders.

Required Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
OR
•Any combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Note: If using the equivalency to determine qualified applicant status, the standard used is one year of education is equal to two years of experience.

•Experience in general administrative/clerical work.

Preferred Qualifications

•Experience with student engagement/outreach
•Experience with marketing educational programs
•Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
•Excellent organizational skills

Posting date07/09/2019Closing dateClosing InstructionsOpen Until FilledTo ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT)07/22/2019Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications received by July 22, 2019 will receive full consideration. Position is open until filled.

IMPORTANT: In order to be considered as an applicant you must apply via the online application system, www.msudenverjobs.com.

References refers to a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Diversity StatementApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  3. References
Optional Documents
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    1. * Thank you for considering employment at Metropolitan State University of Denver! We would like to know how you heard about MSU Denver and our Career Site. Please select the category below that describes how you heard about the position you are applying for.
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    Organization

    Metropolitan State University of Denver provides students with a transformative academic experience and serves the community as a courageous change agent and a gateway to opportunity. The University’s broad access, affordable tuition, quality academic experience and excellent outcomes add up to a high-value education.

    Founded in 1965, MSU Denver is a comprehensive university offering bachelor's and master's degrees on the Auraria Campus in downtown Denver. MSU Denver educates more undergraduate Coloradans than any other four-year institution in Colorado. 

    Make a difference with MSU Denver

    MSU Denver has served as a stepping stone toward the American dream for more than 102,000 alumni, 79% of whom stay in the state after graduation. The University injects hundreds of millions of dollars into the Colorado economy while serving a majority first-generation students, changing families and communities as the state’s third-largest public university. 

    Metropolitan State University of Denver is a leader and innovator in higher education, a university committed to fostering an equitable culture while offering a high-quality, accessible college experience.

    MSU Denver has one of the most diverse student bodies in Colorado. 50.3 % of MSU Denver’s undergraduate students are students of color. We are a Hispanic-Serving Institution, earned in February 2019, and are committed to serving DACA and undocumented students.

    The University’s Board of Trustees issued a resolution in June of 2020 committing to engaging in the anti-racism work necessary to dismantle institutionalized create systemic change. Trustees pledged to dismantling institutionalized racism and bring together civic, industry, public and nonprofit community to address the most pressing issues of racial justice.

    One of MSU Denver’s 2030 Strategic Plan goals is to be Colorado’s most desired place of employment. The University will continue to improve compensation, benefits, professional development and infrastructure while becoming a more representative workplace and enhancing the inclusive leadership environment that allows leaders to lead from all levels of the University

    Fell valued

    Every day we are inspired by the students we serve– many of whom are low-income or first-generation– and the impact they will make on the future of Colorado. Regardless of role, our employees lead with a collaborative approach to ensure all of our students succeed.

    At MSU Denver, employees are engaged, valued, and celebrated. According to the latest MSU Denver university wide engagement survey, 84% of employees feel valued, would recommend MSU Denver as a good place to work, and take pride in their work.

    The diversity of faculty, staff, and students provides a rich working and learning environment where we strive to ensure that all are valued.

    Experience work life balance

    MSU Denver is committed to our employees’ quality of life. We understand that work should not replace life, and offer flexibility around school schedules, family obligations, and for the moments that come up in our professional and personal lives. Our flexible work arrangements are perfect for the working parent. We offer hybrid work arrangements, completely virtual work arrangements, and even flexible work hour arrangements.

    Company info
    Telephone
    3036150999
    Location
    890 Auraria Parkway
    Denver
    CO
    80204
    US

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