Graduate Assistant, Human Resources

Position Title: Graduate Assistant, Human Resources
Supervisor: Director of Human Resources

Duties and Responsibilities
• Maintain the University mission statement
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Support the daily management of the HR office operations
• Provide customer service to Cumberland University employees
• Assist with onboarding and orientation procedures for new employees
• Perform regular administrative functions including phone calls, emails, scheduling appointments, distributing documents across campus
• Assist with updating/maintaining the HR database
• Compile/prepare reports and spreadsheets
• Prepare and organize files
• Participate in select projects related to employee relations, training/development, benefits, and payroll/accounting
• Successfully perform duties with limited supervision
• Assist with other projects as determined by the Office of Human Resources

Desired Skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Record keeping and reporting skills
• Excellent Organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Basic data analysis skills preferred
• High level of discretion
• Strong attention to detail and strong work ethic
• Basic data analysis skills preferred

Qualifications
• Must maintain a 3.0 or above overall GPA
• Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Cumberland University
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Must possess a high level of discretion

Anticipated Start Date
• Summer or Fall 2026

Compensation
• Full tuition waiver (no stipend, housing, books or fees)
• Professional growth opportunities

Hours
• Required 20 hours a week during regular business hours