Graduate Assistant for Community Engagement and Experiential Learning

JOB SUMMARY

At Saginaw Valley State University, the Center for Community Engagement and Experiential Learning (CCEEL) supports meaningful partnerships, civic engagement, and high-impact learning experiences that connect students with the community through experiential education opportunities. CCEEL seeks a Graduate Assistant to support the work of the Center for Community Engagement and Experiential Learning (CCEEL). As departmental efforts continue to expand, this role will help sustain and deepen community engagement and experiential learning initiatives in ways that are meaningful for both students and community partners.

This position is designed to provide a meaningful professional development experience for a graduate student interested in higher education, student engagement, experiential learning, leadership development, nonprofit work, or community partnership initiatives. The Graduate Assistant will contribute to community engagement programming, assessment efforts, outreach initiatives, and student support while developing professional skills in collaboration, communication, event coordination, program management, and civic engagement practices.

This appointment is for a maximum of two calendar years.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the coordination of community-based and service-learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty integrating experiential learning and community engagement into academic coursework.
• Assist with maintaining and strengthening relationships with community partners and external organizations.
• Support communication and outreach efforts related to CCEEL programming and initiatives.
• Assist with tracking participation, student engagement, outcomes, and program impact data.
• Contribute to assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist with planning and implementation of programs, workshops, trainings, and special events connected to CCEEL initiatives.
• Help maintain program records, resource materials, and documentation.
• Support student engagement efforts and provide assistance to students participating in experiential learning opportunities.
• Participate in departmental meetings, student success initiatives, and related activities as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling student and university information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.