Graduate Assistantship - 0101-GAS20 Office of Learning Services - Tutoring

Graduate Assistantship – 0101-GAS20 OLS (Tutoring)

Position Type: Graduate Assistantship

This form is used to collect application information for the Graduate Assistantship – 0101-GAS20 OLS (Tutoring) position. Please review the position details and eligibility requirements below before submitting your application.

This assistantship is governed by Graduate School policies on assistantships, workload, and eligibility.

Position Code	0101-GAS20
Term	Fall/Spring 2026-2027
Department / Unit	OLS (Tutoring)
Supervisor	Casey Towne
Supervisor Title	Associate Director
Supervisor Department	OLS
Supervisor Email	casey.towne@oswego.edu
Expected Weekly Hours	20
Work Location	Penfield Library 112-114
Can this position be performed remotely?	No
Compensation per academic year	Tuition: $3,000 Stipend: $7,500
Total Academic Year Compensation	$10,500
Application Deadline	July 8, 2026

Eligibility Requirements

To hold this assistantship, students must:

• Maintain a minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0.
• Be registered for at least 9 graduate credits during each term of the assistantship.
• Be enrolled as a full-time graduate student in good academic standing.
• Current enrollment in a graduate degree or certificate program

Additional eligibility or program-specific requirements may apply as outlined by the Graduate Department and the appointing department.

Position Overview

OLS Weekend and Evening Supervisor
Schedule: Part-time; Sundays (11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) and select weekday evenings (4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., based on availability)

The OLS Weekend and Evening Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Office of Learning Services during designated weekend and evening hours. This role ensures a welcoming, organized, and effective learning environment by supporting staff, managing tutoring services, and coordinating student engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Open, operate, and close the Office of Learning Services on scheduled Sundays throughout the semester
• Provide evening supervision and operational support on select weekdays, based on availability
• Assist Desk Attendants in resolving complex or escalated student and operational issues
• Manage drop-in tutoring sessions, including tracking attendance and ensuring smooth workflow
• Oversee the OLS Beverage Bar, maintaining organization, supplies, and cleanliness
• Coordinate and manage Laker Life events related to drop-in tutoring and review sessions
• Support a positive, student-centered environment that promotes academic success

Required Qualifications

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a student services or academic support setting preferred

Additional Information: Sunday shifts follow a set schedule on designated dates throughout the semester. Evening hours are flexible and will be determined in collaboration with the selected candidate.

Behavior Expectations:

• The GA will follow all OLS policies and procedures in regards to time and attendance, communication and reporting.

List any Learning Outcomes related to the GAs Academic Program

• The GA will demonstrate professionalism in a student-facing environment by communicating clearly and respectfully with peers, staff, and students, while maintaining accountability, reliability, and appropriate workplace conduct during all supervised shifts.
• The GA will apply foundational management skills by overseeing daily operations of the Office of Learning Services, including coordinating drop-in tutoring sessions, supporting staff (e.g., Desk Attendants), and ensuring an organized, efficient, and welcoming learning environment.
• The GA will utilize problem-solving strategies and appropriate technology to address operational and student-related challenges, including managing attendance systems, supporting event coordination (e.g., Laker Life), and troubleshooting scheduling or service issues effectively and independently.