Resident Advisor (Part-Time)

Great-Basin-College; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing

Utilities

Cell phone use for housing business

Job summary

Great Basin College in Elko, NV is seeking a Resident Advisor to facilitate social, academic and personal adjustment of students in the residence hall. You will foster a sense of community, enforce housing policies and act as liaison between residents and College administration.

Qualified candidates are enrolled in 9–12 GBC credits with a 2.75 GPA and preference for those who have completed 12 credits. This position offers a practical on-campus role with flexible hours and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in 9–12 GBC degree seeking credits.
• Preference for completion of 12 credits.
• Maintain a 2.75 GPA in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the residence facilities, responding to requests and emergencies during duty hours.
• Design and implement experiences for residents to enhance social, educational, community and personal development.
• Serve as liaison between housing program and residents, and between residents and College administration.
• Work 10–30 hours per week plus weekends, varied hours.
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Report directly to the Housing Coordinator.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Skills

GPA requirement 2.75

Good judgment

Maturity

Willingness to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in GBC program

Job description

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account.Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail] DescriptionThe Resident Advisor (RA) facilitates the social, academic, and personal adjustment of students to the residence hall and College. The RA develops a sense of community among residents as members of our residence hall and active participants in the residence life system. The RA serves as a positive role model to residents and peer staff members. The RA enforces the rules and policies of GBC Housing and the College. The RA acts as a liaison between residents and College administration.Qualifications:Preference to those who have completed 12 creditsIndividuals must be enrolled in at least 9-12 GBC degree seeking creditsEnrollment in over 12 credits is permitted only with prior written approval by the Housing CoordinatorPreference to those who have stayed at least one semester in GBC HousingMust have and maintain a 2.75 Cumulative GPA in good standingWillingness to learn, good judgment, experience, and maturity are a plusOffer and acceptance of employment is contingent upon a clean background checkResponsibilities:Assist in the supervision of the residence facilities, responding to all requests and emergencies during duty hours.Design and implement experiences for residents that enhance the social, educational, community, and personal development of residents.Serve as liaison between the housing program and Housing residents.Able to work 10-30 hours per week plus weekends, varied hours.Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.Always expected to be a good role model and ethical decision maker.Report directly to the Housing CoordinatorPerform other tasks as required.These positions are open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received .Salary and Benefits:Resident Fee Remuneration (provided private housing, utilities, and cell phone use for GBC housing business only), plus an additional $2,500 per semesterLetter of Appointment Positions (by semester), Non-benefits Eligible located at the Elko CampusExemptNoFull-Time Equivalent37.5%Required Attachment(s)Resume/CV - List a detailed description of the major duties you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.Cover LetterThree Supervisory References - Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.Posting Close DateNote to ApplicantA background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).About Great Basin CollegeLocated in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four-year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state-of-the-art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada’s colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada’s most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities.Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well-known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West.GBC provides a “private college” experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self-directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace.For more information visit GBC or the Area website.