College of Business and Economics
Graduate Assistant for Business Student Success and Engagement

POSITION

The College of Business and Economics at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Graduate Assistant for Business Student Success and Engagement to support the Business Advising Center's efforts to promote undergraduate student success, engagement, and academic progress, through research, data analysis, program assessment, educational resource development, and specialized student success projects.

Working collaboratively with the director, assistant directors, and professional advising team, the Graduate Assistant provides graduate-level professional and technical support for projects designed to evaluate advising programs, examine student success trends, and identify opportunities to enhance the student experience. The position responsibilities emphasize research, program evaluation, student engagement assessment, educational resource development, and structured student-facing activities associated with assigned projects.  The Graduate Assistant may engage directly with students through structured educational activities, focus groups, feedback sessions, and student success initiatives. These activities are intended to support program development, assessment, and student learning. 

Work Schedule: 20 hours per week between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Student Success Research and Data Analysis

• Collect, organize, and analyze student success data, including enrollment trends, academic progress, advising participation, and student cohort information, to identify patterns that inform advising programs and services.
• Research student success trends and summarize findings related to first-time freshmen, transfer students, and students experiencing academic progress challenges.
• Develop data summaries, reports, and presentations that communicate research findings and support data-informed decisions regarding student success initiatives.
• Assist the Assistant Directors with specialized research projects related to academic advising, student engagement, and undergraduate student success.

Advising Program Assessment and Special Projects

• Assist the Assistant Directors with the development and evaluation of advising programs, outreach initiatives, and student success strategies to assess their effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop assessment materials, surveys, and data collection tools to evaluate student engagement, advising accessibility, and program outcomes.
• Analyze program participation, student feedback, and assessment findings to identify opportunities to improve advising services and student engagement initiatives.
• Prepare assessment reports and recommendations for review by the Assistant Directors and advising leadership.

Student Engagement and Educational Program Development

• Assist with the development of educational materials, presentations, and multimedia resources designed to support undergraduate student success, academic progress, and transitions to the university.
• Support the development and assessment of student engagement initiatives, including New Student Orientation, Experience CSUF: Become a Titan, and other student-centered programs.
• Facilitate structured student focus groups and feedback sessions to gather information about students' advising experiences, transition challenges, and access to campus resources.
• Participate in educational workshops and small-group discussions designed to help students understand published academic policies, university processes, and available campus resources.
• Engage with first-year and transfer students through structured transition activities to gather feedback and identify opportunities to improve student success programming.

Student Engagement & Program Support

• Assist professional staff with the development, preparation, and delivery of student engagement programs and educational resources designed to support the academic success and transition of business students. Programs may include New Student Orientation, Experience CSUF: Become a Titan, Commencement, and other student-centered initiatives throughout the academic year.
• Assist Assistant Directors with the development and preparation of program materials, presentations, and educational resources to support student engagement and academic success.
• Assist with the development of audio, video, and other multimedia educational resources used to communicate program information and support business students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Equivalent to completion of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree and currently enrolled in a CSUF Master’s degree program related to higher education, counseling, behavioral sciences, or a related field. Students enrolled in credential programs are not eligible for this position.
• Good academic standing and eligible for GA employment. For the initial appointment, evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work. For subsequent appointment, evidence of satisfactory progress toward completion of the degree.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, student development, academic success, and higher education programs.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and summarize data and research findings.
• Ability to assist with program assessment, report development, and preparation of educational materials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to facilitate structured student discussions and communicate research findings.
• Excellent attention to detail, punctuality, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including applications used for data analysis, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards when working with student information and institutional data.
• Strong self-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, meet project deadlines, communicate effectively with supervisors, and demonstrate accountability for work performance.

HOW TO APPLY

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial transcripts

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to: Dianne Mazzey at dmazzey@fullerton.edu   

COMPENSATION

All Graduate Assistant appointments are made under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the United Auto Workers. For the initial appointment, evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work. For subsequent appointment, evidence of satisfactory progress toward completion of the degree.

Classification Range: $3,408 to $6,072 per month
Anticipated hiring range not to exceed $3,800 per month

The full-time monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the time base assigned.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE

This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Please note, that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Graduate Assistants rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check.

OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.

TITLE IX

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

EDUCATION CODE 89521 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.