Given the financial uncertainties related to COVID-19, VCU continues to observe a limited hiring freeze for all currently unfilled VCU positions and any future openings (including graduate assistant positions). As the Division of Student Affairs receives approval for hiring graduate students, the job descriptions will be updated below with current details and application instructions.
Continue to check back throughout Spring 2021 for more information related to graduate student opportunities for 2021-2022.
The Dean of Students office is available to advocate for and assist students dealing with life situations that are impacting their academic and personal success at VCU. We help students with complex problems navigate resources at VCU. In addition to advocating for individual students, the Dean of Students office engages with student organizations, faculty/staff, and community partners to identify and address collective student concerns.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work, Psychology, and nearly all programs considered.
Compensation
Graduate students who are fully funded as graduate assistants or fellows must register for at least 9 graduate hours per semester (up to 6 hours during the summer if funded on a 12-month stipend).
Course work must be taken for credit. Departmental requirements may vary, so students should confirm enrollment requirements with their program directors. Tuition reimbursement is available for this position.
Hours & Responsibilities
20 hours per week, Schedule will vary according to program and position.
Assist in development and implementation of outreach programs and presentations for Dean of Students office, including the Ram Pantry and Off Campus Student Services. Provide organizational support for various Dean of Students office initiatives. Respond to requests for information from students, faculty, and staff. Assist with development, revision, and maintenance of protocols and procedures for the Dean of Students office. Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on interests and skills in a particular area.
Start & End Dates
August - May if tuition funded; July - June if hourly rate
Est. Recruitment
Currently open for applications as of March 2021
How to Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and general availability to Lisa Mathews-Ailsworth at: lmathewsails@vcu.edu
Helping new Rams and their families transition to Virginia Commonwealth University and connect with meaningful university engagement opportunities.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Counseling, Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Social Work or other related field
Compensation
$12-$15 per hour, or the stipend equivalent.*
On-campus housing may be available.
*Compensation will be finalized upon final offer.
Hours & Responsibilities
Up to 20 hours per week
Link to complete job description
Start & End Dates
May - August 2021 (Start and end dates are somewhat flexible).
Est. Recruitment
Preference given to applications received by April 12, 2021. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and positions will remain open until filled.
How to Apply
Application form: https://forms.gle/
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) is a resource for Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) students, faculty and staff. OMSA provides diversity, inclusion, and social justice education for VCU and the surrounding area; serves as student advocates; and offers opportunities for community building and identity affirmation for underrepresented students and student organizations.
Hiring for 2021-2022 not determined yet - please continue to check back.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education; Counseling; School of Business; daVinci Center; Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies; Social Work; Brandcenter
Compensation
$14/hour
Hours
20 hours / week
Start & End Dates
August - May
Est. Recruitment
Apply by July 24, 2020
How to Apply
To apply for this position, visit: https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/99414
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education; Counseling; Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies; Social Work; Brandcenter
Compensation
$15/hour $100 store credit to VCU Barnes and Noble or RamTech at the end of each semester (based on satisfactory performance evaluation)
Hours
20 hours / week
Start & End Dates
August - May
Est. Recruitment
Spring semester
How to Apply
Given VCU's current hiring freeze, applications are not being accepted at this time.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education; Counseling; School of Business; daVinci Center; Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies; Social Work; Brandcenter
Compensation
$14/hour
Hours
20 hours / week
Start & End Dates
August - May
Est. Recruitment
Apply by July 24, 2020
How to Apply
To apply, visit https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/99415
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Business Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Communications, or related field
Compensation
$15/hour $100 store credit to VCU Barnes and Noble or RamTech at the end of each semester (based on satisfactory performance evaluation).
Hours
20 hours/week
Start & End Dates
August 2020 - May 2021
Est. Recruitment
Apply by July 24, 2020
How to Apply
Given VCU's current hiring freeze, applications are not being accepted at this time.
Residential Life & Housing at VCU provides safe, inclusive, and well-maintained facilities where we work together to build intentional communities to empower residents in their academic excellence, citizenship, and personal growth.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work, preference for anyone with housing experience
Compensation
Hours
Start & End Dates
Est. Recruitment
Spring 2021 - exact dates TBD
How to Apply
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work
Compensation
Hours
Start & End Dates
Est. Recruitment
Spring 2021
How to Apply
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work
Compensation
Hours
The GA position requires a substantial time commitment, flexibility, and an open understanding of the sometimes unpredictable nature of fulfilling the duties of a student leader within RLH. The GA position is approximately 20 hours per week, but may fluctuate as responsibilities are determined by the needs of the residents. Key time commitments include office hours, meetings, training, facilitating OMSA initiatives, and overseeing student Diversity Ambassadors.
Start & End Dates
Est. Recruitment
Spring 2021
How to Apply
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work
Compensation
Hours
Start & End Dates
Est. Recruitment
Spring 2021
How to Apply
The mission of the VCU Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO) Office is to assist Virginia Commonwealth University in creating a learning environment where all students have equal access to every aspect of the University's programs, services, and activities. We do this through partnerships with students, faculty, and staff to promote students' independence and to ensure the recognition of students' abilities, not disabilities.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Psychology, Counselor Ed, Special Ed, Rehab Counseling, Social Work
Compensation
$13/hr + Professional development opportunities
Hours
15-20 hours/week
Start & End Dates
Fall and spring semester with initial training to occur in August
Est. Recruitment
Application opens mid-May and positions are open until filled
How to Apply
Positions to be posted on Handshake. Questions? Contact saeo@vcu.edu
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Psychology, Counselor Ed, Special Ed, Rehab Counseling, Social Work
Compensation
$13/hr + Professional development opportunities
Hours
15-20 hours / week
Start & End Dates
Fall and spring semester with initial training to occur in August
Est. Recruitment
Not currently available.
How to Apply
The VCU Student Media Center (SMC), located at 817 W. Broad St., houses various media outlets (student media organizations) that are run and produced by students.
The SMC and its student media organizations offer opportunities for involvement for a variety of interests, including writing, reporting, photography, design, music, fashion, culture, comics, web, audio, video, editing and more.
Check back for available positions.
The mission of the VCU University Student Commons and Activities is to support student development and build community through programs and services.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education
Position Summary
Support campus-wide initiatives during Weeks of Welcome, such as Find Your Fit Week and Student Organization Fair, as well as Leaders Unleashed and Student Leadership Awards.
Assist in the planning and execution of leadership and student organization workshops such as roundtables, finance trainings, officer transition, and the Transfer Student Leadership program.
Oversee the New Student Organization registration process through advisory meetings with new student organizations, verifying requirements, and registration approval.
Manage the Find Your Fit program and meet with students who are looking for ways to get involved on campus.
Collaborate on marketing & recruitment plans for programming series and unit newsletter.
Support ongoing program evaluation and assessment.
Represent USC&A in meetings and other relevant spaces by facilitating class presentations, conducting orientations, trainings, or University Open House, as needed.
Assist with supervision of the Leadership & Involvement Ambassadors, our undergraduate student employees.
Participate in graduate assistant and professional staff development meetings, professional development initiatives, and conferences
Other duties as assigned.
Compensation & Expectations
Must be enrolled full-time in VCU’s graduate program prior to entering the position.
Must maintain a semester grade point average of 3.0. A grade point average of less than 3.0 could result in probationary status. While time to improve may be awarded, this can potentially affect reemployment.
In addition to the specific responsibilities of this position, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for a variety of roles as a staff member within the USC&A Department.
$17,000.00 stipend for 9 months
Hours
20 hours per week, Schedule will vary according to program and position
Start & End Dates
9-month commitment from August into May.
Est. Recruitment
Applications will open in April and selections will be made in May/June
How to Apply
job posting link will be updated when available
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education
Position Responsibilities
Meet with Coordinator for Student Programming for weekly one on ones
Assist in the recruitment and training of GSPB staff members and volunteers
Attend bi-weekly GSPB board and general meetings
Help conduct assessment for programs and events
Attend and assist at GSPB events coordinated by students
Compensation
$17,000 stipend per academic year
Hours
20 hours per week, Schedule will vary according to program and position
Start & End Dates
9-month commitment from August into May.
Est. Recruitment
Applications will open in April and selections will be made in May/June
How to Apply
job posting link will be added here when available
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education , Counselor Education
Compensation
$15/hr
Hours
29 hours per week, Schedule will vary according to program and position
Start & End Dates
August 9, 2021 - May 6, 2022
Est. Recruitment
VCU's School of Education GA Virtual Interview Week in April 2021
How to Apply
Visit vcujobs.com and search for postings tied to the department of "Student Commons" for the most updated job posting.
Through sport, fitness, outdoor adventure, experiential leadership development, and instructional programs, Recreational Sports inspires and empowers the VCU community to commit to a lifetime of wellness.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Recreation, Physical Education or related field.
Compensation
$25,000 / annual salary
Hours
40 hours/week
Start & End Dates
This position is a three-year termed position.
Est. Recruitment
How to Apply
This position is currently filled.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Recreation, Physical Education or related field.
Compensation
$25,000 / annual salary
Hours
40 hours/week
Start & End Dates
This position is a three-year termed position.
Est. Recruitment
How to Apply
This position is currently filled.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Recreation, Physical Education, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
Compensation
$25,000 / annual salary
Hours
40 hours/week
Start & End Dates
This position is a three-year termed position.
Est. Recruitment
How to Apply
This position is currently filled.
Preferred Program (all programs considered)
Higher Education, Counselor Education, Recreation, Physical Education, Business or related field.
Compensation
$25,000 / annual salary
Hours
40 hours/week
Start & End Dates
This position is a three-year termed position.
Est. Recruitment
How to Apply
This position is currently filled.