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Student Accountability Graduate Assistant- 9 Month

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 09, 2026
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Closing Date: 05/16/2026 Type of Position:Graduate Assistant Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Academic Term (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Student Conduct Office Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:The Graduate Assistant (9-month) for the Office of Student Accountability (OSA) supports the mission of the office by serving as an integral member of the team. The Graduate Assistant serves as a hearing officer, facilitating educational conversations, informal resolutions, and adjudicating violations of the Code of Student Life. The Graduate Assistant supports the student process advocate program by facilitating training and coordinating assignments. The Graduate Assistant will collaborate with professional staff and students to support conduct investigations and contribute to the development and growth of educational initiatives offered through the office. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position will develop UA Career-Ready Skills such as Communication, Professionalism, and Perspective Awareness. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Enrollment in a Graduate degree-seeking program at the University of Arkansas A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA At least one year of relevant work experience Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience serving as a hearing officer Prior experience handling confidential or sensitive information Familiarity with University of Arkansas campus departments Prior experience in a customer service role Preferred Graduate Programs: Counseling/Counselor Education Higher Education Human Resources Social Work, or related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience working on a college campus Strong written and verbal communication skills Exceptional interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work well with a variable student population Ability to maintain attention to detail and confidentiality Ability to navigate conflict and facilitate productive conversations Ability to multi-task in a high traffic area with constant interruptions Ability to think critically and logically to solve problems as they arise Additional Information: Required License(s), Training, Certification(s), & Background Checks: Background Check Sex Offender Registry Compensation & Benefits: $14,445 salary for a 9 month appointment Tuition paid - A 50% graduate assistantship and six hours of class credit is considered fulltime graduate status Partially funded student health insurance available Hours and Schedule: The position is designed to be a 20 hour per week in-person commitment The scheduled hours vary based on the needs of the community Occasional evenings and weekends may be required Employment Timeline: The anticipated start date is August3, 2026, and this is a 9-month position Supervision: Case Manager, Office of Student Accountability This job will provide experience to develop the following UA Career-Ready Skills: Communication \| Professionalism \| Teamwork Ability to Use Oral Communication: Ability to effectively convey information and meaning through speech, that is, easy to understand, engaging and employs proper tone Ability to Demonstrate Dependability: Act as a dependable, diligent member of a work environment by being present, prepared, responsible for your actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions and showing attention to detail Ability to Build Relationships for Collaboration: Ability to build strong, positive work relationships with colleagues, supervisors and customers and demonstrate agility to accomplish common goals Application Instructions and Required Documents: Please contact Jess Claire (jclaire@uark.edu), with additional questions Resume, cover letter, 3 professional references Application documents must be submitted in Workday Application deadline is May 15, 2026 Salary Information: $14,445 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Jess Claire Case Manager Office of Student Accountability University of Arkansas 479-575-5170 jclaire@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:No