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Proposed Start Date 06/02/2025 Classification Title Administrative Support Rank N - No Rank Working Title Graduate Assistant Program Administrator Department 220101 - LAS Dean's Office Position Number D91048 Representation AU - AAUP Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable Position FTE 1.0 Tenure Status N - not applicable Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept Portland State University (PSU) is an urban university and Oregon’s largest, located in the heart of the vibrant city of Portland. PSU educates over 21,000 students and offers programs for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees. PSU is an internationally recognized urban university known for excellence in student learning, innovative research, and community engagement. PSU contributes to the economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and quality of life in the Portland region and beyond. Employees describe Portland State University as a vibrant, diverse, progressive place to work and an environment that welcomes process improvement and innovation. Portland State’s 50-acre downtown campus is located in the heart of one of America’s most vibrant centers of culture, business, and technology. Position Summary The CLAS Graduate Assistant Program Administrator will be responsible for overseeing the continuous hiring of 300 Graduate Assistants in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS). The Graduate Assistant Program Administrator will work closely with the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs to provide full cycle support to academic units in CLAS that hire Graduate Assistants. This will include developing processes, timelines and communication methods between the College and academic units and current/incoming Graduate Assistants. The Graduate Assistant Program Administrator will process all hiring documents (EPAF’s and Work Assignment Notices), tuition remissions and will work closely with units within CLAS, as well as partner units on campus (HR, Research & Graduate Studies, Office of Academic Affairs) to effectively hire, onboard and separate Graduate Assistants in CLAS. The Graduate Assistant Program Administrator will work with the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs and other faculty and staff to develop and coordinate a comprehensive teacher education program (including Certificate of Innovation in College Teaching and antiracism training), focused on Graduate Teaching Assistant success both in the classroom and in the students’ academic program. This position will also provide enrollment management support to the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs. This involves providing enrollment reports and analyses, and collaboratively communicating enrollment strategy to graduate programs.

Additionally, the Graduate Assistant Program Administrator will collect and report relevant information about graduate student career and workforce development with graduate student alumni engagement and provide operational support as needed to units in CLAS.

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-11/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Article%2018%20Watermark.pdf

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and 2 to 4 years in higher education Prior experience with project management and public outreach. Professional skills, experience, and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance our campus equity and inclusion efforts in alignment the PSU President’s strategic priority of Acting on Equity and Racial Justice. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, close attention to detail, and strong organizational and time management abilities. The ability to be self-directed, flexible, proactive, think creatively, and work as a part of an administrative team. Experience working with Graduate Assistant Employees Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Slate, Banner, and Datamaster Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm (In-person) Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement The starting annual salary for this position will be between $54,684 and $61,158 12-mo, 1.0 FTE. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator Application Instructions

Additional Information In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-11/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Article%2018%20Watermark.pdf

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Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please include the names, email addresses, and phone numbers for 3 professional references Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions Search Details

Posting Close Date 05/05/2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified Application screening begins 05/05/2025 Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/47215 Supplemental Questions

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