Career Development

The UCSB Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Graduate Assistant for the 2016-2017 academic year. Applications are due by May 27.

By Kyle Crocco, Writing Peer
Friday, May 13th, 2016 - 3:49pm


The UCSB Resource Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (RCSGD) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Graduate Assistant for the 2016-2017 academic year. The RCSGD Graduate Assistant will gain practical, hands-on experience, and collaborate with a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.

Application

To apply, please send an email with the following documents to Dave Whitman, RCSGD Director of LGBT Services, david.whitman@sa.ucsb.edu

  • letter of interest
  • current resume or CV
  • names and contact information of three references

The application deadline is Friday, May 27 by noon.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with students of diverse educational, racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
  • Knowledge of LGBTQ issues/concerns and an interest in working with LGBTQ students
  • Ability to work 10-15 hours per week (including some evening and weekend hours)
  • Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at the University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Experience hosting social, educational and academic programs and providing mentorship is strongly preferred

J​ob Description

  • Organize, host, and oversee quarterly LGBTQ graduate student mixers
  • Meet with LGBTQ graduate students across disciplines to create initiatives and services based on specific needs
  • Serve as liaison between RCSGD and Graduate Students Association and graduate student organizations
  • Host annual LGBTQ research showcase and Out in Academe panel, and quarterly visits from scholars on intersecting LGBTQ research topics
  • Work with academic departments and graduate-serving offices and organizations to create educational and visibility opportunities for teaching assistants, the graduate student community at large, and campus staff/faculty who work with graduate students
  • Assist with the planning and execution of RCSGD events broadly and mentorship of undergraduate and volunteer staff, as well as other administrative duties as assigned
  • Assist in benchmarking, research models for services and other data gathering activities for program and service development, including grant funding opportunities
  • Represent the Center at various events and outreach activities geared toward graduate students
  • Communicate clearly, thoughtfully, and professionally in all interactions and materials representing the RCSGD

More Information ​

Contact Dave Whitman, RCSGD Director of LGBT Services, david.whitman@sa.ucsb.edu