Resident Assistant

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University is seeking a Resident Assistant (RA) to support a safe, inclusive living-learning community in campus housing. You will mentor residents, foster belonging through activities, and help enforce campus policies while partnering with Residence Life staff to promote student success.

Responsibilities include building community, resolving conflicts, documenting incidents, responding to emergencies, and participating in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Must be a current, full-time Texas Wesleyan University student at the time of application.
• GPA requirements: cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Respect privacy and FERPA regulations in handling student information.

Responsibilities

• Build a sense of community among residents through activities and programming.
• Mentor residents and provide guidance in academic, personal, and social matters.
• Address conflicts and mediate disputes within the residence hall.
• Enforce university policies related to safety, conduct, and community standards.
• Respond promptly to emergencies following established protocols.
• Complete administrative tasks and document incidents as required.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Community building

Conflict resolution

Team leadership

Privacy/FERPA

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Student support

Education

TWU student

Job description

The Resident Assistant (RA) plays a vital role in fostering a supportive living environment within the university residence halls. This position involves serving as a resource, mentor, and leader for a designated group of students within the residential community. RAs are responsible for building relationships, promoting community engagement, and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Building Community: Foster a sense of community among residents through organized activities, events, and programming.
• Mentorship and Support: Serve as a resource and mentor for residents, offering guidance, advice, and support in academic, personal, and social matters.
• Conflict Resolution: Address conflicts and concerns within the residence hall, mediating disputes and facilitating open communication among residents.
• Policy Enforcement: Enforce university policies and regulations within the residence hall, including those related to safety, conduct, and community standards.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergencies and crises within the residence hall, following established protocols and procedures.
• Administrative Duties: Complete administrative tasks such as documenting incidents, maintaining records, and submitting reports as required.
• On-Call Responsibilities: Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support and assistance to residents as needed.

Education, Certifications and/or Licences

Experience

• Must have and maintain both a cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5
• Must be a current, full-time Texas Wesleyan University student

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal and community building skills.
• Effective team member participation and leadership.
• Ability to resolve conflicts while being fair and consistent with students especially in discipline matters.
• Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to be discrete in handling confidential matters, while complying with privacy ( FERPA ) regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate a cooperative attitude while working with student population.
• Possession of organizational skills.
• Ability to discern student needs and respond in a caring manner.
• Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations or emergencies.
• Ability to encourage others and participate in the community.
• Knowledge and ability to complete given tasks and assignments thoroughly, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to ask questions to help solve issues, problems, and or conflicts.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate information and directives.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write standard correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to current and prospective students and University employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work with a rotating schedule consisting of weekends, late nights, and holidays.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.

Posting Number

Posting Open Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

• Please provide your definition of integrity and how you would apply that to the RA role.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Based on your experience and skills, what population of students do you think would benefit most from you as an RA and why? (i.e. first year, transfer, international, upperclassmen, student athlete, etc.)

  (Open Ended Question)

• Please provide a detailed program idea that would best help develop community within your floor/residence hall.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Class Schedule (Student Employment Only)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation