Graduate Assistant, Academic Advising, Coachingand Transfer

Department: AcademicAdvising, Coaching and Transfer

Location: Wellesley Hills

MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region’s economic development.

Massachusetts Bay Community College values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We strongly encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply to join our community.

Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will join a vibrant and inclusive educational community,and have a desire and ability to work with a diverse population. This is apart-time, non-unit position with no benefits.

MassBay Community College is seeking a dedicated and motivated GraduateAssistant to support academic advising, coaching and transfer, including butnot limited to retention outreach and transfer services. This position provides an excellentopportunity for a graduate student interested in higher education, studentaffairs, or academic advising to gain hands-on experience in a communitycollege setting. The Graduate Assistantwill work closely with students, advisors, and faculty to enhance studentretention, engagement, and academic success.

This position offer hands-on experience in academic advising and studentretention strategies, as well as professional development opportunities,including training and mentorships. Scheduling is flexible to accommodate graduate coursework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with academic advising sessions by providing students with information about self-service tools and college other college resources;
  
  
• Support retention initiatives by tracking student progress, conducting outreach, and identifying students in need of support;
  
  
• Facilitate workshops and presentations on topics such as study skills, time management, and academic success strategies;
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions and assist in generating reports to assess student progress and program effectiveness;
  
  
• Conduct proactive outreach through phone calls, emails, texts and meetings to encourage student engagement and persistence;
  
  
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to connect students with appropriate campus resources, such as tutoring, financial aid, and counseling services;
  
  
• Assist with event planning for academic advising and retention programs, including new student orientation and advising fairs;
  
  
• Perform administrative duties related to advising and retention, such as scheduling appointments, maintaining databases, and preparing materials.

Commitment toEquity:

• Support MassBay’s commitment to the Equity Agenda; collaborating with faculty, staff, and students on the College’s strategic initiatives dedicated to closing the equity gap related to student outcomes;
  
  
• Support MassBay’s commitment to being anti-racist; embracing a community free of bias and inequality;
  
  
• Contribute to discussion and review of applicable College policies with a critical lens toward diversity, equity, and inclusion;
  
  
• Engage with the Office of Diversity on issues related to underserved student success;
  
  
• Further the examination of pertinent practices that are culturally responsive and reflective of inclusive perspectives; and
  
  
• Engage in conversations with colleagues and students regarding best practices within the discipline or programmatic related to equity and inclusion.

This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. Asupervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster themission of the College.

All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegiallyand collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates diversity.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or a related field;
  
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and support diverse student populations;
  
  
• Experience in student services, academic advising, or a related field is preferred;
  
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment;
  
  
• Commitmentto student success, equity, and inclusivity in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action and workforce diversity;
  
  
• Experience working in a diverse environment;
  
  
• Demonstrates commitment to working with underserved students;
  
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with student information systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Banner, Navigate).
  

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $19 to $20 per hour

Classification: Part-time, Non-Unit

Source of Funding: Local Funds

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

Deadline: 26th of July, 2025, or thereafter until filled.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts Bay Community College isan affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability,religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or relatedconditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexualorientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil RightsAct of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The Collegeprohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerningdiscrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College’sAffirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator (Lisa MacDonald, lmacdonald@massbay.edu (781) 239-3147), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the EqualEmployment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department ofEducation’s Office for Civil Rights.