Mustang Card Program – Graduate Assistant

Educational Objectives

Provide the graduate student with practical experience in the development, promotion, and administration of a well-rounded One Card program. Emphasis will be on budget management, operational logistics and technical support liaison, staff development and supervision, vendor recruitment and service, safety and security management, and academic initiatives.

Specific Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Mustang Card Center Administrative Team to provide comprehensive and innovative leadership, advisement, supervision, and evaluation of student paraprofessional staff.
• Oversee logistical operations of the Mustang Card Office, including coordination of equipment and network support needs.
• Support marketing efforts to promote use of the Mustang Money program by students, faculty, and staff.
• Encourage vendors on and off campus to accept the Mustang Card and provide discount incentives for its use at their establishments.
• Assist in the overall delivery of daily Mustang Card services.
• Serve on various departmental and University committees as requested.
• Work on special projects related to the Mustang Card program as assigned by the supervisor.

Appointment

May 14, 2012–May 10, 2013. Average of twenty-five (25) hours per week. Summer 2013 employment may be available if agreed upon by both parties.

Compensation

Tuition waiver of up to 18 graduate credits per 12-month academic year, plus a stipend of $4,000 per semester. An additional $2,000 stipend is provided for summer work.

Supervision

The Mustang Card Center Coordinator will provide advising and training.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and admission to the MBA program at Southwest Minnesota State University are required. A degree in Business Management, Marketing, Accounting, or Information Management and experience with business operations, leadership development, and computer proficiency are preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required.

University & Community

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. SMSU prioritizes excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching and advising, and close student-faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, is to provide access to university-level programs in liberal arts and professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region, reflected in its curricula, cultural programs, diverse staff and student body, and cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 14,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.