Graduate Assistant Case Management

Graduate Assistant (GA) / Case Management - Dean of Students office

Job Description

Divisional and Departmental Overview

The Division of Student Affairs & Diversity empowers students to become engaged learners, critical thinkers, and global citizens. We provide inclusive, student-centered programs and services that promote academic achievement, personal growth, wellness, and social responsibility. 

The Dean of Students office works with you as you encounter milestones, achievements and challenges during your journey. We empower you with a supportive environment and sound advice. And if you don’t know who to contact for a specific situation, we are always a good place to start.

Learn more at: https://www.oakland.edu/deanofstudents/

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant (GA) provides direct support to students. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President & Dean of Students or designee and is designed to providea graduate studentwith meaningful, hands-onprofessional experience relatedto program development and direct support and care for students.

Position Description

The GA will assistin student case management that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment for students.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Follow-up meetings with students to help identify academic, personal, and social needs. 
• Collaborates with DOS, GHC, and OUCC to develop tailored intervention plans to support student success and well-being.
• Provides ongoing case management and support by monitoring student progress, coordinating campus and community resources, and advocating for necessary accommodations or services.
• Provides outreach education to the university community.

Minimum Requirements

• Completed bachelor’s degree
• Full-time enrollment (minimum 8 credits)in a graduate program at OU
• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and good academic standing
• Available to work 20 hours per week on campus
• Written approvalrequired from supervisor for other time-intensive activities such as internships or employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in student support programs and initiatives
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse groups
• Effective writtenand verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills
• Professional discretion and commitment to maintaining confidentiality

Remuneration

• Tuition waiver for up to 8 credits per semester(total of 16 credits annually)
• Monthly stipend