Graduate Assistantship – 0224-GAS20 Office of the Dean of Students, Basic Needs Operations
Position Type: Graduate Assistantship
This form is used to collect application information for the Graduate Assistantship – 0224-GAS20 Office of the Dean of Students, Basic Needs Operations 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 | 0224-GAS20 |
| Department / Unit | Office of the Dean of Students |
| Supervisor | April Lopez |
| Supervisor Title | Assistant Dean of Students, Basic Needs Case Manager |
| Supervisor Department | Office of the Dean of Students |
| Supervisor Email | april.lopez@oswego.edu |
| Term | Fall/Spring 2026-2027
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| Expected Weekly Hours | 20 |
| Work Location | Culkin 501 and Penfield 3 (SHOP) |
| Can this position be performed remotely? | Yes, 25% of the time. |
| Compensation Per Academic Year | Tuition: $7,500
Stipend: $7,500 |
| Application Deadline | August 1, 2026 |
Eligibility Requirements
To hold this assistantship, students must:
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Maintain a minimum cumulative graduate GPA of 3.0.
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Be registered for at least 9 graduate credits during each term of the assistantship.
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Be enrolled as a full-time graduate student in good academic standing.
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Current enrollment in a graduate degree or certificate program
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Successful candidates must be able to start August 17, 2026 and work
until May 15, 2027
Additional eligibility or program-specific requirements may apply as outlined by the Graduate School and the appointing department.
Position Overview
The Graduate Assistant will report to the Assistant Dean of Students, Basic Needs Case Manager and will work as part of the Office of the Dean of Students team.
The GA will either work out of the SHOP physical location in the Lower Level, 3 Penfield Library or the Office of the Dean of Students, in 501 Culkin. The Graduate Assistant works collaboratively with many offices and departments across campus, manages outreach and event planning, and supervises student volunteers and interns. The Graduate Assistant works during fall and spring semesters.
This is a 20 hours per week Graduate Assistantship for fall and spring semesters of academic advance year 2026-27. Duties require in-person and remote work as well as occasional weekend or evening work (including outreach or training efforts with staff) https://www.oswego.edu/student-affairs/dean-students-0
The Office of the Dean of Students is dedicated to providing programs and services to students that support healthy choices, support students in transition, and foster a community of mutual respect and integrity so that students can be successful. This position will support student success and in particular will provide information, resources and services to connect students to resources, programs and emergency funds that will support their academic, personal and professional success. SUNY Oswego’s Office of the Dean of Students (ODS) champions the student experience, ensures student success, and offers dynamic student engagement opportunities that ensure an inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environment for all students. Our team advocates for students as they navigate personal and educational challenges and responds to the emerging needs of our diverse students. The ODS supports a holistic network of care and cultivates collaborative partnerships to forward campus-wide efforts that integrate academic and student life; seeks to ensure that sufficient support networks for all students exist; engage with students in their campus communities; and support the implementation of a campus-wide focus on well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Duties (NACE Competencies listed in parenthesis)
As assigned, assist the Assistant Dean in the development of resources, programs, events, and services to support students' basic needs. (Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity and Inclusion, Leadership,
Teamwork)
Assist Assistant Dean in liaison work with SUNY Oswego, community agencies and schools to understand the basic needs of students (and soon to be students). (Communication, Professionalism, Teamwork)
Help with the management of the campus food and clothing pantry (SHOP). This includes supervision of student employees and volunteers, managing inventory and pantry visits through PantrySOFT, preparing
reports for the Basic Needs Advisory Board, doing outreach and programming for SHOP, and coordination of Food Bank of CNY deliveries. (Communication, Leadership, Professionalism, Teamwork, and Technology)
Collaborate in outreach and programming with Basic Needs Outreach GA to educate faculty and staff on resources and best ways to address the needs of students with basic needs insecurity issues. (Communication, Professionalism, and Teamwork) Attend SHOP team meetings as needed.
Support ODS functions (attend meetings, events, office hours, communication plans, and work with other staff, GA’s, student workers and volunteers). (Communication, Professionalism, Teamwork)
Support ODS services and programs (outreach, program development, tabling events). (Communication, Leadership, Teamwork)
Serve on campus committees coordinated by the ODS staff. (Communication, Leadership, Professionalism, Teamwork)
Expectations-
The GA will report to the Assistant Dean of Students and will attend regular meetings with supervisor
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Will attend Student Affairs and ODS staff meetings and training events
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Maintain good working relationships with staff, faculty, and students
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As schedule permits, participate in Divisional leadership training or other meetings
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Serve as liaison with student organizations and student leaders
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Attend meetings and campus programs as directed
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Support University Policies and guidelines
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Demonstrate professionalism
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Maintain confidentiality in a student-centered office
Required Qualifications
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Current enrollment, full-time in a graduate degree or certificate program Proficient attention to detail
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Evident leadership and organizational skills
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Ability to work independently/and within a team environment
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Ability to utilize software for data tracking, collection, and reporting (i.e. PantrySOFT, Google Suite, etc.)
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Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
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Consistency and dedication in time and effort needed to support SHOP
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Ability to lift 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications
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A valid driver’s license
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Proficient attention to detail
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Evident leadership and organizational skills
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Positive attitude
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Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
Behavior Expectations:
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Professional demeanor; able to keep confidentiality; will communicate on
a regular basis with supervisor and office staff about schedule and any
changes.
List any Learning Outcomes related to the GAs Academic Program
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Demonstrate operational management
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Coordinate educational programs and refine presentation/public speaking skills,
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Facilitate inventory control and data collection;
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Support the budgeting process
