RSO Graduate Assistant

Center for Student Organizations and Leadership, Washington State University

Position Overview

The RSO Graduate Assistant will play a pivotal role in managing and supporting Registered Student
Organizations (RSOs) within the Center for Student Organizations and Leadership. This position
encompasses RSO management, event planning and execution, and various administrative tasks
to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the office.

Key Responsibilities

70% RSO Management:

  • Provide exceptional customer service to RSOs and students through online, in-person, and
    phone interactions.
  • Approve and troubleshoot RSO requests via our third-party management platform.
  • Serve as the in-house expert on RSO processes and procedures as detailed in the RSO
    manual.

10% Event Planning and Execution:

  • Plan and execute events for 200-600 attendees, including leadership conferences, open
    houses, "Get Involved" events, fundraisers, and award ceremonies.

20% Administrative Tasks:

  • Review and manage budgets.
  • Streamline office processes to improve efficiency.
  • Order necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Oversee staff scheduling and tabling events.
  • Inventory and manage excess supplies.
  • Train student staff on office processes and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role reports directly to the Leadership and Organizations Coordinator and works
closely with Student Engagement Services staff. They would co-manage a student staff of
5-8 people, so having strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills is a
must.

Work Schedule:

This role requires a commitment of 20 scheduled hours per week during the school year
(office located in the Compton Union Building) as well as some weekend, evening, and
specified hours during school breaks.

Qualifications:

  • Leadership-driven individual with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Exceptional communication abilities.
  • Knowledgeable about general campus resources.
  • Commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
  • Genuine desire to work with students and invest in their growth.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Monthly Salary: $2,318.50 (August 15, 2024-May 15, 2025)
  • Health Insurance: Estimated at $3,277.00 (available for 0.50 FTE appointments only)
  • Resident Tuition Waiver: Estimated at $12,666 ($6,333.00 per semester) for 2024-2025
  • Non-Resident Tuition Waiver: Estimated at $15,622.00 ($7,811.00 per semester) for 2024-
    2025

Application Process:

To apply for the RSO Graduate Assistant position, please submit a resume and short responses
(less than 500 words) to the following questions to haley.yamane@wsu.edu.

  1. What interests you about this role and why would you be a good fit?
  2. What experiences do you have that are most relevant to this role?
  3. How would you describe your leadership style?

The posting will remain open until filled with candidate reviews starting as early as 4/19/24. A
mutually agreed-upon start date will be determined between the candidate and the manager, with
the potential to begin as early as summer 2024.
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Additional Information:

Per Graduate School policy, employment eligibility for this position is contingent upon the following
requirements:

  • Remaining enrolled full time (a minimum of 10 credits) during the period of the appointment
  • Maintaining a 3.0 cumulative GPA during the period of the appointment
  • Progress toward degree remains satisfactory as determined by the academic home
    department
  • Meeting all conditions of employment and training requirements
  • Maintaining satisfactory progress in fulfilling assistantship service requirements and duties
  • Availability of funds

Student Health Insurance Plan

A 50% graduate assistant appointment is eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Detailed
information about this plan can be found on the Cougar Health Services website.

Tuition Waiver and Mandatory Fees

Resident and non-resident (if applicable) tuition waiver of the operating fees, and student health
insurance plan premiums as indicated. ASEs are required to pay additional assessed fees. Please
see the Tuition and fee rates website for current fees.

Background Check

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, certain positions are required to complete a sexual misconduct
declaration prior to hire. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may affect final
employment, up to and including withdrawal of offer of employment.

Union Affiliation/Collective Bargaining Agreement

This position is union represented and governed by the WSU/ United Autoworkers collective
bargaining agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Washington State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action educator and employer.
Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era,
recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age
40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must
show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs,
activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability
accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v),
Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388,
509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu