| Contact Name: | Talladega College Office of Human Resources |
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| Contact Email: | hr@talladega.edu |
Position Overview
The Graduate Assistant in the Office of Institutional Advancement supports fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship, communications, and advancement operations while pursuing a master’s degree at Talladega College. This position provides hands-on professional experience in higher education advancement and supports the College’s fundraising, engagement, and institutional visibility goals.
Graduate Assistantship defined
A graduate assistantship is a structured appointment in which a graduate student is employed by the college while enrolled in a master’s or doctoral degree program. In exchange for performing assigned duties such as administrative support, teaching assistance, research, or professional services, the student receives compensation, which may include hourly wages, a stipend, tuition remission or reduction, and/or other educational benefits. Graduate assistantships are designed to provide financial support, professional development, and practical experience aligned with the student’s academic program and the institution’s operational needs.
Appointment Term
Twelve-month academic year appointment, renewable based on performance, enrollment status, and institutional needs.
Work Schedule
Up to 30 hours per week
Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments
Graduate Enrollment Requirement
The Graduate Assistant must be enrolled in one of Talladega College’s approved master’s degree programs. Continued eligibility for the assistantship requires maintaining enrollment in good academic standing.
Tuition Benefit
A fifty percent (50%) tuition reduction is available after successful completion of the first semester.
Tuition benefit is subject to institutional policies, funding availability, continued enrollment in an approved master’s degree program, and satisfactory job performance.
Primary Job Responsibilities
Advancement Operations and Administrative Support
Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Office of Institutional Advancement
Support gift processing, data entry, and donor record maintenance in the College’s advancement system
Assist with the preparation of reports, tracking metrics, and organizing advancement data
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of donor and institutional information
Fundraising and Donor Engagement Support
Support annual giving, campaigns, and special fundraising initiatives
Assist with donor acknowledgments, stewardship correspondence, and impact reporting
Conduct basic prospect research under supervision
Support preparation of fundraising materials and donor communications
Alumni Engagement and Event Support
Assist with alumni outreach, engagement initiatives, and communications
Support planning and execution of alumni events, donor receptions, and institutional programs
Assist with event logistics, registration tracking, and post-event follow-up
Marketing, Communications, and Content Support
Assist with advancement-related communications, including newsletters, emails, and digital content
Support coordination with the Office of Communications and Branding on advancement messaging
Assist with social media content scheduling and engagement related to advancement initiatives
Research, Projects, and Special Initiatives
Assist with research related to grants, corporate partnerships, and philanthropic opportunities
Support special projects aligned with institutional priorities, campaigns, and board initiatives
Perform other advancement-related duties as assigned
Compensation Structure
Hourly Rate
$20.00 per hour, based on qualifications, experience, and graduate program alignment
Estimated Annual Earnings
Based on up to 30 hours per week over a 12-month academic year:
Approximately $24,000–$31,000 annually, depending on average weekly hours worked.
Minimum Qualifications
Admission to and enrollment in a Talladega College master’s degree program
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in higher education administration, nonprofit management, communications, or fundraising
Experience with databases, CRM systems, or administrative support
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional office environment
Supervision and Evaluation
The Graduate Assistant reports to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement or designee. Performance is evaluated each semester to determine continuation of the assistantship and eligibility for tuition benefits.
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