BOLD WLN - Graduate Assistant

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Position Information

Position Title BOLD WLN - Graduate Assistant Description of GA Assignment GA: Clinical Practice - The department will assign you to various tasks that will require you to provide professional service to MU students, clients of a MU Clinic, or other individuals in need of professional services provided by the office. Job Description Summary

Program Overview: The BOLD Women’s Leadership Network at Marshall was spearheaded by Alys Smith, First Lady of Marshall, and Wing-to-Wing Co-founder in 2024. This program is a member of the broader BOLD Women’s Leadership Network created by the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation. BOLD at Marshall is one of five institutions in the country to partner on this initiative, and the first of its kind in Appalachia.

Position Overview: The BOLD Graduate Assistant supports the Women’s BOLD Leadership Network at Marshall University by assisting with program organization, communication, and mentor network development. This position connects scholars with mentors, manages outreach, and helps plan events. The Student Assistant works closely with the BOLD Director and Advisory Board.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organizing program calendar across communication platforms.
• Collecting and maintaining program/event metrics.
• Setting up, tearing down, and staffing program events.
• Designing and distributing promotional materials (event graphics, Center Newsletter, etc.)
• Creating and scheduling social media content (Instagram, stories, reels, etc.)
• Organize and maintain an updated database of potential mentors, including professional backgrounds and contact information.
• Identify and connect with potential mentors through email or phone calls to share information about the BOLD program and invite them to participate.
• Communicating in a timely and effective manner.
• Working collaboratively with other staff members, the advisory board, and network affiliates.
• Demonstrating professionalism and quality service.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills And Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented and able to manage tasks with sensitivity and confidentiality when needed.
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with social media/scheduling platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
• Experience using Adobe Express and/or Adobe Photoshop
• Comfortable representing the Center at events, tabling, and outreach activities
• Interest in student engagement, event planning, and student success

Department Women & Gender Center - MU3020 Location MU - Marshall University Semester Fall Semester, Spring Semester Hours Per Week Full Time (20 hrs a week)

Qualifications Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Experience Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications Education

• Women’s Studies, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Anthropology, Psychology, Art, Graphic Design, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or related fields
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Experience Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MU3179GA Open Date 10/06/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and current class schedule with their application to be eligible for an interview.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents