Job Details
Job Title: Graduate Assistant for ITS (Networking) (Beg Fall 2026)
Location: UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 298676
Job Summary
Key responsibilities for this position include the following:
- Maintenance and repair of network infrastructure (copper/fiber cabling) 25%
- Installation and configuration of networking equipment (switches, APs, routers) 25%
Technical support for telecommunications systems (VoIP, etc.) 10%Maintenance of network locations (data closets, server rooms, data center) 10%Network architecture planning and documentation 5%Switch configuration, VLAN setup, and basic routing 5%Creation and upkeep of technical documentation 5%Leadership and guidance of Student Assistants 10%Collaboration with other IT teams on cross-functional projects 5%Required Qualifications
To be considered for a graduate assistantship at the University of West Georgia (UWG), students must meet the following criteria:
- Be fully admitted to a graduate degree program at UWG. Please note: Students admitted provisionally are not eligible for assistantship positions.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (IT-related field) from an accredited institution.
- Be enrolled full-time in a UWG graduate program during the assistantship period.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in all previous and current graduate coursework and remain in good academic standing.
- Meet eligibility requirements for employment in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Network Infrastructure background knowledge
- Licensed driver
Proposed Salary
- A monthly stipend of $1,000.00 per month
- A tuition waiver, reducing your semester rate to $25 plus mandatory fees as long as you are employed in your assistantship.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Class Schedule
- UWG Graduate School acceptance letter
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- This position will consist of both desk work and field work.
- Hours will need to be completed in person, not remotely.
- Able to lift 40lbs
- Able to climb ladders not in excess of 8ft
- Able to identify colors found within standard network cabling
- Hold a valid US driver's license
Contact Information
For questions or further information about this position, please contact Samuel Thompson at samuelt@westga.edu.
