A graduate assistantship is a student employment opportunity for graduate students. These opportunities offer academic/practical work experience while you pursue your graduate degree. Graduate Assistants work a set number of hours per week and, in return, receive a tuition waiver.

Each assistantship has its own unique job description and duties as assigned by the department or supervisor.

Graduate Assistant Positions

  • GA for the University Library

    SCOPE OF WORK:

    To assist the Limestone University Library with smooth operations of computer systems and ensuring users get maximum benefits from them. Also, operations of computer software (Windows, remote access technology, Office 365, etc.) and assisting students with access and technical troubleshooting issues in person, email and over the phone. The Graduate Assistant will be able to communicate orally with customers and work closely with the library’s assistant director. This is an on-campus position.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Liaison to the Limestone IT Department
    • Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications
    • Monitoring and maintaining computer systems
    • Communicating to faculty, staff, or students, either face to face, phone, or email to resolve issues
    • Troubleshoot system and network issues and diagnosing hardware or software faults
    • Maintaining patron assistant reports for assistant director
    • Setting up new user accounts and profiles and troubleshooting password issues
    • Prioritizing IT open and closed library cases
    • Managing of library computer equipment supplies
    • Other duties as assigned

    HOW THIS EXPERIENCE WILL DEVELOP YOU PROFESSIONALLY:

     

    • Internet Technology employment and placements
    • Enhance analytical skills
    • Software Development
    • Project Management
    • Technology Management
    • Written and Oral Communications

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited College or University is required.
    • Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Limestone University.

    Contact information for inquiries about this GA position:

    Prof. Janet S. Ward, MLIS
    Office: 864-488-8351
    Cell: 864-492-5306
    jward@limestone.edu 

    GA Application
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    Limestone University is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

    This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Limestone University makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
  • GA for Office of Student Activities: Timken Center Manager

    Graduate Assistant will work 20 hours a week. Monday – Friday: 6 PM – 10 PM. This is an on-campus position.

    Scope of work:

    To assist the Office of Student Activities by supervising the student staff in the Timken Center along with daily tasks to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for our Limestone Community in the Timken Center. See the Duties & Responsibilities listed below for more detailed information on daily tasks. Assistance is needed in the Timken Center to ensure supervision that the Director of Student Activities cannot do along with their responsibilities as an advisor to the Limestone Activities Board (LAB) and Limestone Esports Team. Along with other duties such as managing Student Involvement organizations and providing revenue to Limestone University through Summer Camps and Conferences. This added help will ensure that our Timken Center operates safely and efficiently.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Create a work schedule for Work Study/Student Workers, based on their availability, each semester.
    • Research the Home games for Limestone University’s Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, Men’s Basketball, and Men’s Wrestling as the Timken Auxiliary Gym and Weight Room are to be closed during these games.
    • Communicate with Timken Staff regarding closures of the Timken Auxiliary Gym and Weight Room two weeks in advance of the closure.
    • Ensure that the Timken Staff are fulfilling their duties and responsibilities.
    • Open and close the Timken Weight Room and Front Desk during hours of operation.
    • Oversee Work Study/Student Worker timesheets by ensuring the accuracy of clock-in/clock-out times listed on their timesheets.
    • Turning in timesheets to the Director of Student Activities based on the Timesheet/Payroll schedule put forth by the Office of Human Resources and Office of Financial Aid.
    • Notifying the Director of Student Activities of any personnel issues regarding staff (continuous tardiness, missing shifts, not performing duties and responsibilities, etc.).
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Contact Information for inquiries about the position:

    Kelly Tillinghast
    Dean of Student Success
    ktillinghast@limestone.edu 
    864.488.4011 (Office)

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    Limestone University is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

    This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Limestone University makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
  • GA for Online and Graduate Programs: Customer Service Rep.

    Graduate Assistant will work 20 hours a week. The schedule will be determined based on the department's needs and the successful candidate's availability. The standard departmental schedule is Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM. This is an on-campus position.

    SCOPE OF WORK:

    As an Online and Graduate Customer Service Representative, you are the first impression for prospective students and foster advisor-student relationships. You connect with prospective online and graduate students to support them in making informed decisions about their college careers in order for students to achieve their educational goals and create meaningful futures at Limestone University. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Online and Graduate Programs, and it works collaboratively with Enrollment Counselors, the Registrar's Office, the Student Accounts Office, Financial Aid, and other university offices. This position is based on the main campus in Gaffney, SC.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Guide and assist prospective applicants and applicants through the admissions process, including answering questions related to academic program requirements, transfer credits, transcript submission, online and seated learning options, and other application-related tasks; communicate with new and prospective online and/or graduate students via outbound and inbound call contact (3+ hours of talk time per day).
    • As a member of a high-performing team, meet performance goals and respond to all prospective student inquiries via phone, e-mail, text, or other methods for the online and graduate programs.
    • Maintain proper communication and follow-up with all prospective students. Some form of communication is required for each prospective student inquiry daily.
    • Keep accurate and detailed records of student information observing confidentiality and following all university and federal policies.
    • Collaborate with Enrollment Counselors to maintain a friendly, service-oriented relationship with prospective students through effective phone, email, video conference, and face-to-face communication. 
    • Participate in department meetings as requested.
    • Work collaboratively with other staff members and various departments.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited College or University is required.
    • Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Limestone University.
    • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including confident, professional, and customer-friendly interpersonal skills; the ability to function in a team environment; a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
    • Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
    • Energetic, service-oriented, motivated, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with competing priorities and deadlines. Ability to work independently and as a team.

     

    There are two GA Customer Service Representative positions available for the Online and Graduate Programs.

    Contact information for inquiries about this GA position:

    Alex Carroll, Associate Vice President for Online and Graduate Programs
    864-488-4022
    acarroll@limestone.edu

    GA Application
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    Limestone University is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

    This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Limestone University makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

More Information about GA Policies & Procedures

For more information see:

Graduate Assistant Policy & Procedures