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Colorado Christian University · 1 day ago

Graduate Assistant for Residence Life and Summer Conferences

Lakewood, CO

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad

$15.16/hr - $15.16/hr

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado, and they are seeking a Graduate Assistant for Residence Life and Summer Conferences. This role involves planning, promoting, and executing a Summer Conference program while assisting with community support in the Residence Life department.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Contribute to CCU’s mission: Christ-centered higher education, transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Graduate Assistant contributes to the mission by supporting the Residence Life office that facilitates opportunities for students to engage in Christ-centered community that will foster their spiritual development and engagement on campus and worldwide

Supervise and execute the Summer Conference program, which includes serving as the primary liaison between clients and key stakeholders within the university to ensure the mission and vision fit with CCU and create growth strategies and marketing content accordingly

Develop and execute contracts and operational processes related to Summer Conferences

Collaborate with various campus departments, including (but not limited to) Campus Activities & Leadership, Event Services, Facilities, and Security, to create a cohesive summer conference experience

Organize, input, and maintain accurate data using 25Live, and StarRez software

Advertise, hire, and provide direct support and supervision to the summer conference student workers and the student manager team

Purchase inventory based on summer needs and standards of care for guests

Contribute to the on-call rotation with Residence Life professional staff for emergency response protocols

Qualification

Key Performance IndicatorsDatabase skillsStrategic thinkingFinancial analysisTeam-buildingExcelMS Office SuiteVerbal communicationWritten communicationCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree and acceptance into one of CCU's graduate programs (required)

A vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ

Strategic and innovative thinking skills

The ability to develop and implement Key Performance Indicators following the CCU University Performance Model

A commitment to supporting, respecting, and empowering the contributions of management and staff, while honoring the broad-ranging needs of a diverse population

Team-building skills that foster engagement, collaboration, and effective knowledge-sharing across divisional structures

Strong verbal and written communication skills, combined with critical thinking and a proven ability to move ideas forward collaboratively

Strong database skills, including advanced experience with Excel and MS Office Suite

Ability to execute financial analysis and planning

Ability to work a minimum of 25 hours per week while enrolled in a graduate degree program at CCU and be flexible with days/hours as needed

Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming 'born again' thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God

Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University

Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education

Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU's Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University