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SUNY Buffalo State Graduate Assistant 10 Months in Buffalo, New York
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About Buffalo State
Buffalo State is the largest comprehensive college in the State University of New York system. As a civic, urban, and engaged campus community, we pride ourselves as having small college learning environments coupled with large university opportunities. We are a diverse and inclusive college committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Our mission is to transform lives, to empower students to succeed and to inspire a lifelong passion for learning. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, and professional studies, each year nearly 10,000 students choose Buffalo State for its broad array of high-quality academic programs, diverse and creative environment, hands-on learning opportunities, affordable SUNY tuition, NCAA Division III athletics, and prime location in Buffalo’s cultural corridor. We welcome applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Department Exceptional Education
Local Title Graduate Assistant
Budget Title Graduate Assistant 10 Months
Rank/Grade T8
Line Number 90010
Salary Range $3000.00/semester; $6000.00/academic year
FTE Part-Time
Negotiating Unit GSEU
FLSA Exempt
Department Website
https://exceptionaleducation.buffalostate.edu/
Brief Job Description
The tuition scholarship will cover up to 9 credits of tuition at the in-state rate for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters. The position requires 20 hours per week.
The Exceptional Education Department is seeking a graduate assistant to:
Assist in preparations for Advisement Week, campus Week of Welcome, new student orientations, information sessions, awards ceremonies and student presentations
Assist with coordination of USG student group events
Assist in maintaining social media presence
Assist with design and assembly of departmental bulletin boards and glass showcases
Assist with the coordination and facilitation of joint departmental events (brown bags, etc.) and faculty meetings
Conduct academic research
Develop and facilitate seminars and presentations
Complete written articles or reports
Compile and edit newsletters
Collaborate with unit faculty and staff on projects
The assistant may, under the direction of the dean’s office, be asked to serve as a student representative on teacher education related committees.
Required Qualifications
Current or entering full-time (6 credit hours) matriculated graduate student at Buffalo State University.Demonstrate knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office programs. Demonstrate ability to successfully navigate and communicate on web-based platforms. Demonstrate knowledge and use of various social media programs. Demonstrate excellent organization and communication skills, especially the ability to write clearly and effectively. Demonstrate ability to work well in a collaborative professional higher education office.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience writing articles, descriptive essays, and/or reports. Experience using graphic design programs such as the Adobe Creative Suite. Education background.
Anticipated Date of Hire 09/01/2025
Priority Review Date
Application Deadline Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/7814
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at warnesje@buffalostate.eduor call (716) 878-4822.
Background Investigation Statement
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.
Clery Statement
Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333.
New York State Executive Order 161
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Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
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