The UNC Charlotte master’s program in higher education is offering a coordinated hiring timeline for Graduate Assistantship positions. This process will allow admitted master’s students who apply by the priority deadline of January 15 to apply for and receive offer(s) for GA positions by April.
Note: Admitted students who apply to the program by the secondary deadline of March 1 can still apply for posted GA positions throughout the spring and into the summer via Hire-a-Niner. However, they may not be admitted in time to utilize the coordinated hiring timeline.
Master’s level GA positions at UNC Charlotte typically span the 9 months of the academic year (August 15-May 15), include an hourly wage or stipend, and most do not include tuition remission. Most higher education administration/student affairs assistantships at UNC Charlotte are classified by Human Resources as temporary student employment. Some offices provide additional benefits to GAs such as professional development funds. Students applying to GA positions are encouraged to reach out to hiring offices individually to determine details of the positions related to job duties, compensation, and benefits.
The timeline for the coordinated GA hiring process is:
- January 15: Priority deadline to apply for the M.Ed. program and participate in the coordinated hiring process.
- February: Admitted students will receive access to the Hire-a-Niner web portal upon admission and will be able to search for GA postings.
- March: Offices review applications, contact top candidates for interviews, and extend offer(s) by April 1.
- April 15: Deadline for candidates who received offers to submit their decisions.
Please note that there are offices at UNC Charlotte with openings for GA positions, but they may not have participated in the coordinated hiring timeline outlined above.
GA postings Available for Fall 2026
Graduate Assistant: Leadership Development
The Graduate Assistant for Leadership Development will report to the Assistant Director for the Leadership & Community Engagement. This is a 20-hour per week position starting in mid-August and ending Mid-May. This position is dedicated to working with our leadership development programs, including but not limited to: students in the Leadership Journey Learning Community (LJLC), the PILOT certificate program, LEAD Team, and the TEDxUNCCharlotte program. This position will have a focus in planning, programming, recruitment and program/event management.
Graduate Assistant: Graduate Hall Advisor
Join the UNC Charlotte Housing and Residence Life team as a Graduate Hall Advisor (GHA) to help build safe, welcoming communities that drive student growth.
In this 10-month, live-in leadership role, you may supervise Resident Advisors, manage hall operations, and facilitate intentional programming, all while gaining vital experience in crisis management and professional supervision. This role empowers you to directly influence the student journey by fostering welcoming environments and providing the mentorship necessary for our students to thrive academically and personally.
Learn More Here: https://housing.charlotte.edu/employment/graduate-hall-advisor-gha
Graduate Assistant: Student Centers Training and Development Grad Assistant
This position will work directly with the Assistant Director for Student Experience and Staff Develop to support the Student Centers Student Employee Experience Program. This includes planning all staff trainings, supervising a student employee team, and overseeing the Career Readiness Program designed specifically for Student Centers student employees.
The Student Centers mission is to provide services and spaces that create a welcoming environment for the university community to support student success. Our team cultivates student potential by providing meaningful employment opportunities and integrated support services and programs. The GA focus area will be the Student Employee Experience Program. Opportunities to gain experience in Student Centers operations is also available depending on student interest.
Graduate Assistant: Graduate Assistant – SAFE Program
Graduate Assistant: SAFE Program – this position will serve as an integral leader in the administration of the SAFE Program.
Under the direction of the Program Director, the Graduate Assistant (GA) will aid in the administration, facilitation of education, training & development, and programming in Leadership and Community Engagement for the Students Achieving First-Year Excellence (SAFE) Program. As the SAFE Program Graduate this position will serve as an essential member of the SAFE Leadership Team (SAFE LT) by collaboratively leading and supporting programs and initiatives for the 36 undergraduate mentors and 180 first-year mentees.
Graduate Assistant: Graduate Assistant for Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution
Graduate Assistant for Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution; The SACR GA supports the administration of student conduct, academic integrity, and alternative resolution processes at UNCC while serving as a resource to campus stakeholders and engaging students, staff, and faculty in both structured and unstructured settings.
Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution fosters a culture of integrity and personal accountability by helping students understand the impact of their choices on themselves and their community. Through fair and impartial processes, we uphold institutional standards and ensure students are heard, respected, and treated with dignity. We transform challenges into opportunities for learning, personal growth, and responsible decision-making that contribute to a more supportive campus environment. ; The GA position focus is supporting SACR through adjudicating student conduct and academic integrity cases, advising hearing panels, and assisting with the coordination of workshops and accountability boards. The role also includes providing policy guidance and training to students while supporting case management, research, and daily office operations.
Please note: The positions listed above are anticipated, but not guaranteed. This is presented for informational purposes only. Hiring offices will make all decisions related to GA posting and employment. In the past, multiple offices in Student Affairs and Academic Affairs have hired graduate assistants from the master’s program in higher education.
Prospective students and GA hiring officials: If you have any questions, please contact the higher education program director at higher-ed@uncc.edu