Residential Program (Resident Assistant)
AÌýResident Assistant (commonly shortened to "RA") is a trained student leader charged with supervising
a residence hall. RAs have the largest impact on achieving this goal through their
interactions in the residence halls. RAs are responsible for getting to know the people
in their communities, supporting them, promoting a safe and comfortable living environment,
planning activities to help students grow and connect, directing them to resources,
and otherwise enhancing the experience of living on campus.
The RA selection and training processes are usually quite rigorous and intense.ÌýThe Assistant Director of Residential Life supervises the Resident Assistants.Ìý
COUNSELING CLASS
- NOTE:ÌýParticipating in the course does not guarantee anyone a position on staff or in a
specific hall/building. After the Spring semester midterms, class participants will
be interviewed, and they are welcome to express their preference for a building to
work in or a group of residents to work with.ÌýStaff are selected based on their experience,
leadership, and human relations skills, as well as the needs of the population of
a building where the open position is.
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A three (3) credit hour, Tuesday/Thursday, Spring only course, from 2 to 3:15 pm.
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The course is hidden to prevent registration by students who do not understand the
course, its intention, and its requirements.
- This course can be fun at times while, at other times, it discusses serious topics
in today's society.Ìý
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Understand that this course meets in person, requires in-class participation, and
has online forums, exams, and projects. This course is also like a pre-interview for
a position in that your participation, actions, grades, etc., may affect your interview
for a position.
- Applications for class enrollment begin on November 1, and those selected to enroll
will be notified on December 1.
- You will log in toÌý using your myÂ鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ login information.
- On the left hand side, you will see a form titled "RA Class Interest Form". Complete
this form and submit it to Residential Life Review.
- Our staff will review your responses throughout November and let you know on December
1 so that you can register for the course before the Fall semester ends.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student registered full-time.
- Must possess experience in service, participate as a team member, and have knowledge
of campus resources.
- Must be in good standing with the University.
- At the time of hire and throughout employment, the candidate must maintain a Cumulative
and Semester Grade Point Averages (GPAs) of at least 2.5 each semester.
- Must be enrolled or have completed the COUN 4033 class with a minimum B average.
- Understands and works within the philosophy of student development held by the Office
of Residential Life.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Work an average of 10-15 hours per week.
- Create programs and activities designed to meet the needs of residents on the floor.
- Connect residents to other campus opportunities to promote a positive Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ experience.
- Ensure there are no facility issues on their floor, including room inventory and safety
checks regularly.
- Attentive to resident safety and hall security and ensure residents follow University
and housing policies to maintain a respectful environment.
- Educate residents on their actions and decisions while informing them about how they
impact an entire community.
- Provide the primary response during routine duty nights and unexpected emergencies,
- Complete weekly reports and other department paperwork, administer surveys, and assist
with residents' check-ins and check-outs.
- Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.ÌýÌý
COMPENSATION
Compensation will be in the form of aÌýscholarship for the student's room and Maroon meal plan charge.
Arguably more important are the intangible benefits of the RA position, which include
training in crisis management, negotiation, advocacy, time management, leadership,
management skills, and community involvement as part of their collegiate experience.Ìý
Work Study Program (Desk Assistant)
A Desk Assistant (commonly shortened to "DA") is a trained student paraprofessional within the Office
of Residential Life.ÌýThe Front Desk Assistants are responsible for performing a variety of front desk and
clerical functions and providing quality customer service to our residents, their families and guests, and other members of the Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ community.
The DA is a primary source in the central office for information regarding Residence
Life and Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½.
The Housing Office Manager supervises the Desk Assistants.ÌýÌý
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student registered part-time or full-time.
- Must possess experience in clerical duties, participating as a team member, and have knowledge of campus resources.
- Must be in good standing with the University.
- At time of hire and throughout employment, candidate must maintain a Cumulative and
Semester Grade Point Averages (GPAs) of at least 2.5 each semester.
- Understands and works within the philosophy of student development held by the Office
of Residential Life.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Work an average of 8-13 hours per week.
- Provide assistance to the our residents, their families and guests, and other members of the Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ community,
theÌýResidential Life professional staff, maintenance crew, and cleaning crew.
- Possess a high degree of confidentiality related with working in this position.
- Greet, assist and refer all incoming students, faculty, staff and visitors to the
right direction.
- Assist with appointment scheduling.
- Perform general clerical duties including mailing, faxing, typing, and filing.
- Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the Office of Residential Life.
- Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.ÌýÌý
COMPENSATION
Compensation will be in the form of hourly pay.
Arguably more important are the intangible benefits of the DA position, which include
training in crisis management, negotiation, advocacy, time management, leadership,
management skills, and community involvement as part of their collegiate experience.Ìý
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