<p>About the Job</p> <p>The Graduate Assistant (GA) - Campus Store Manager is a part-time, on-campus position reporting to the Student Life Office. This GA will play a lead role in helping to create, launch, and operate Colorado Christian University's new Campus Store, known as the CCU Swag Store. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate student seeking practical experience in entrepreneurship, retail management, marketing, and leadership, while contributing to the vibrant student life culture at CCU.</p> <p>Job Location</p> <p>Fully on-site - must reside and work legally in the U.S. Regular work location: Lakewood, Colorado</p> <p>About CCU</p> <p>Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world-class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.</p> <p>Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU's motto is--grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." (ESV)</p> <p>CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.</p> <p>Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.</p> <p>CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars-competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.</p> <p>A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master's granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.</p> <p>CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.</p> <p>What is most appealing about working at CCU?</p> <ul> <li>Faith-friendly: CCU's culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values? </li><li>Conventionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word. </li><li>Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. </li><li>Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities. </li></ul> <p>We're looking for candidates who have:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree and acceptance into one of CCU's graduate programs. </li><li>Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and time management skills. </li><li>Experience in retail, customer service, or marketing preferred but not required. </li><li>Creative, self-motivated, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. </li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace; experience with inventory systems or online sales platforms is a plus. </li><li>Strong interpersonal communication skills. </li></ul> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Mission Contribution</p> <p>Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the GA helps embody and promote school spirit through managing a retail experience that supports CCU's Christ-centered identity.</p> <p>Store Development & Operations</p> <ul> <li>Assist with the planning and launch of the CCU Swag Store, including merchandise layout, inventory selection, and vendor coordination. </li><li>Oversee daily operations of the store, including restocking, point-of-sale system, and customer service. </li><li>Support online and on-campus sales through inventory tracking and order fulfillment. </li><li>Manage and train a team of student workers (if needed). </li><li>Maintain accurate records of sales, purchases, and inventory. </li><li>Serve as the point of contact for the store and respond to questions or concerns from students, staff, or guests. </li><li>Ensure all activities and operations of the store reflect CCU's values, brand standards, and Christ-centered mission. </li><li>Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Student Life Office regarding inventory, sales trends, and store improvements. </li></ul> <p>Collaboration & Marketing</p> <ul> <li>Partner with Student Life, Athletics, and other campus departments to develop and promote branded merchandise. </li><li>Coordinate marketing efforts, including social media promotion, campus announcements, and event-based sales strategies. </li><li>Support campus-wide events (e.g., Week of Welcome, Parent Weekend, Preview Days) with pop-up store setup and product promotion. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. Tasks will involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Occasional local travel and irregular hours are possible, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.</p> <p>Graduate Assistant Program Details</p> <p>The Graduate Assistant position is a minimum of a two-year commitment and coincides with the entrance into and completion of a graduate program at CCU. Students may take 2-3 years to complete their academic program, depending on the program selected. Graduate Assistants are expected to complete a minimum of two years of service, and to stay in their role through the end of the fiscal year (June 30) in which they complete their graduate program.</p> <p>The Graduate Assistant must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university and be accepted and enrolled in one of CCU's graduate programs. A complete listing of degree opportunities and admissions requirements is posted at http://www.ccu.edu/ccu/grad/. The standard workweek is 25 hours per week and will not exceed an average of 29 hours per week during the year.</p> <p>Compensation includes a wage of $14.81 an hour and tuition waiver for completion of a master's degree through Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies. The recipient is responsible for student fees each semester. Any selected graduate assistant is required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have results sent to CCU for review.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>Applications will be accepted until position is filled.</p>