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The UCSB Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Graduate Assistant for the 2016-2017 academic year. Applications are due by May 27.
The UCSB Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Graduate Assistant for the 2016-2017 academic year. The RCSGD Graduate Assistant will gain practical, hands-on experience, and collaborate with a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
Application
To apply, please send an email with the following documents to Dave Whitman, RCSGD Director of LGBT Services, david.whitman@sa.ucsb.edu
- letter of interest
- current resume or CV
- names and contact information of three references
The application deadline is Friday, May 27 by noon.
Qualifications
- Experience working with students of diverse educational, racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
- Knowledge of LGBTQ issues/concerns and an interest in working with LGBTQ students
- Ability to work 10-15 hours per week (including some evening and weekend hours)
- Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at the University of California, Santa Barbara
- Experience hosting social, educational and academic programs and providing mentorship is strongly preferred
Jâob Description
- Organize, host, and oversee quarterly LGBTQ graduate student mixers
- Meet with LGBTQ graduate students across disciplines to create initiatives and services based on specific needs
- Serve as liaison between RCSGD and Graduate Students Association and graduate student organizations
- Host annual LGBTQ research showcase and Out in Academe panel, and quarterly visits from scholars on intersecting LGBTQ research topics
- Work with academic departments and graduate-serving offices and organizations to create educational and visibility opportunities for teaching assistants, the graduate student community at large, and campus staff/faculty who work with graduate students
- Assist with the planning and execution of RCSGD events broadly and mentorship of undergraduate and volunteer staff, as well as other administrative duties as assigned
- Assist in benchmarking, research models for services and other data gathering activities for program and service development, including grant funding opportunities
- Represent the Center at various events and outreach activities geared toward graduate students
- Communicate clearly, thoughtfully, and professionally in all interactions and materials representing the RCSGD
More Information â
Contact Dave Whitman, RCSGD Director of LGBT Services, david.whitman@sa.ucsb.edu