Graduate Assistant of Assessment

San Jose, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Marketing

Job Summary

Position Type:
Marketing/Information Assistant

Date Posted:
12/4/2025

Location:
San Jose CA

Job Title: Graduate Assistant of Assessment
Classification Title: Student Assistant IV
Job Code/Grade: Hourly Non-Exempt
Department: Programs Marketing & Assessment
Supervisor: Director of Programs Marketing & Assessment
Location: Student Union Administration Office

The Student Union of San Jose State University is 501(c) (3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains two major facilities at San José State University in downtown San José California. These facilities include the Diaz Compean Student Union Building the Provident Credit Union Event Center and the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Student Union functions as part of the Student Affairs Division on campus and is governed by a Board of Directors made up of a student majority faculty and administrators.

Mission
The Student Union Inc. of San Jose State University supports the development growth and well-being of students and the campus community by providing diverse programs desired services and quality facilities to enhance the collegiate experience.

Job Summary
The Graduate Assistant for Assessment will work with various areas of the department to provide assessment of activities programs and services. Through data collection analysis and reporting information will be provided to staff and departments in Student Union Inc. area to drive improvements in our various operations. This position will also aid in assessing learning outcome sand experiences provided for SU student employees. The level of analysis for this role does not rise to the level of scientific or research-based scrutiny but provides solid data and results which can be interpreted accurately.

Essential Functions and Tasks

In conjunction with direction from department and area leadership conduct assessments (qualitative and quantitative) of Student Union Inc. programs operations and services.
Create a regular calendar of assessments for the department; work with department leaders on timing methodology and incentives for assessment.
Compile and analyze data against benchmarks trends historical data.
Create analysis and results in user-friendly formats for utilization and decision-making.
Work with Student Affairs in aligning Student Union Inc. assessments with division goals and directives.
Participate in department staff meetings organization-wide trainings and development activities.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Experience in computer applications such as: Google Suite (Gmail Docs Slides Sheets Forms etc.) and Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint etc.).
Ability to be organized manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of program policies and procedures and ability to manage situations which require resolution and problem solving.
Experience with assessment methods analysis data collection interpretation and results.

Minimum Qualifications and Specifications

Must be a matriculated SJSU graduate student and continuously enrolled at least half-time during the academic term.
- (4 credits for graduate)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The position works in an office environment.
1. The physical demands of this position are described below:
  1. Sitting walking twisting bending climbing pulling pushing squatting crawling kneeling balancing reaching and coordination (eye hand foot)
  2. Stand or sit and view a computer screen for an extended period of time (up to 4 hours)
  3. Lifting and carrying occasionally up to 25 pounds
  4. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or over the telephone
  5. Dexterity of hands fingers and wrist to operate a computer keyboard and calculator

Minimum Hourly Salary: $21.50 - Maximum Hourly Salary: $24.25

This position is non-exempt from the provisions of Section 1 of the California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.
In general the position works a schedule based on business needs between 9am to 5pm.
When school is in session student assistant may work up to but not in excess of 20 hours per week (among all concurrent positions).
When classes are not in session (i.e. summer break) student assistant may work up to but not in excess of 40 hours per week.

Benefits
This position is employed through Student Union at San Jose State University which offers employees to receive 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
The Student Union of San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin age sex marital status pregnancy disability veterans status or sexual orientation consistent with applicable federal and state laws. The Student Union and SJSU have a firm and unambiguous commitment to the active elimination of discrimination and the affirmative recruitment of a diverse multi-racial community of students faculty and staff.

California State University (CSU) Learning & Development
Within the first month all employees are required to complete the following compliance online training sessions through CSU Learn the Universitys employee training platform. Employees will be enrolled in the training soon after their appointment is processed and will be notified via email from

CSU - Injury and Illness Prevention Program - one time course
CSU - Preventing Discrimination and Harassment for Non-Supervisors required every two years
CSU - Sexual Misconduct Prevention Program (Title IX) - required every year
Data Security and FERPA - required every two years

Background Check and Fingerprinting
Student Union employees are required to undergo and completed a successful background check that includes verification of employment and education as well as a check of criminal records for employment. Candidates for positions where the employee will come in regular contact with minors and cash management will be required to be fingerprinted. This policy includes emergency hires and may also be applicable to volunteers depending on the work they will be doing.

In some cases the background check will include a credit check and/or a Department of Motor Vehicles check as well as a check of licenses and certificates when applicable. All background checks are conducted through the Student Union third-party vendor Accurate Background.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
All Student Union at San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Position Type:Marketing/Information AssistantDate Posted:12/4/2025Location:San Jose CAJob Title: Graduate Assistant of Assessment Classification Title: Student Assistant IV Job Code/Grade: Hourly Non-Exempt Department: Programs Marketing & Assessment Supervisor: Director of Programs Marketing & Asse...