Graduate Assistant: Retention and Student Success
DATE: 4/24/2026
POSITION: Graduate Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Retention and Student Success
JOB PURPOSE: This position will support all aspects of the Office of Retention and Student Success daily functions and support new student orientation. This role will help office members provide a more holistic, student-centered approach to retention and student success.\
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide proactive outreach and interventions to students who participate in student success programs or present academic challenges.
Educate undergraduate students about skills needed for success (for example, positive attitude, time management, study skills, career readiness, etc.).
Provide administrative support to the Office of Retention and Student Success, including coordinating test proctoring, collecting and analyzing graduate destination/outcomes, office communications, and more.
Contribute to developing and facilitating student success programs and activities to support student persistence and success.
Assist in the planning and implementation of new student orientation and welcome weekend.
Engage in conversations with incoming students and their families regarding the new student transition and the Keystone College experience.
Provide leadership, guidance, and training to the orientation leaders.
Additional duties as assigned
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
Acceptance into one of Keystone College's Masters programs.
TO APPLY: Please send resume, cover letter, and names, addresses & phone numbers of three professional references to: Human Resources * Keystone College * One College Green * La Plume, PA 18440-1099 * email: humanresources@keystone.edu