Graduate Student Engagement Programmer – Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity

Job Number: REQ_0000045290

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Job Description: The Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity in the Division of Student Affairs at The Pennsylvania State University seeks to fill part-time Graduate/Professional Student Engagement Programmer staff positions.  

Duties will include, but are not limited to: 

• The support and creation of community circles for graduate students; including dedicated time for graduate students to meet and build community with one another 

• Creation of Socials/Mixers that are specifically for LGBTQA+ graduate students 

• Assist in the creation of graduate student or teaching assistant inclusivity workshops

• Facilitation of graduate student discussion groups 

These positions will also assist in the support of the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity mentorship program, network with Alumni, Center, Graduate, and Undergraduate advisory boards, and provide Center support where needed.  

Other general office responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  

• Preparing workshop materials 

• Assisting with general office support such as answering phone calls, replying to emails, and greeting visitors in a positive and professional manner 

• Attending staff meetings 

• Staffing informational tables 

• Planning, coordination, and staffing of Signature Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity events (i.e., Pride Month, Transgender Awareness Month, LGBTQ History Month, etc.) 

• Other duties as assigned 

This position is a part-time position without benefits. Applicants must currently be enrolled as a graduate student at Penn State University. Interested students must submit a resume and cover letter as part of a complete application. Hours for each position will vary. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

University Park, PA