Resident Assistant

Angelo State University; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Angelo State University is seeking Resident Assistants (RA) to foster a supportive on-campus community in the residence halls. RAs guide residents in line with Housing & Residential Programs policies and serve as role models.

Responsibilities include building a positive floor community, planning programs, participating in on-call rotations with campus partners, and assisting in hall operations while communicating professionally on behalf of the department and university.

Qualifications

• Full-time student, available entire academic year.
• Minimum of two semesters living on campus or comparable group living experience preferred.
• Be in good standing with the University.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned floor community, serving as a resource, person of support, and mentor to residents; plan programs, events, and activities to engage students.
• Participate in on-call rotations and coordinate with University Police, Health Clinic, Counseling Center and other campus resources during emergencies.
• Assist in managing hall operations and represent the department and university with professional, clear, and timely communication.

Skills

Community development

Student mentoring

Crisis awareness

Job description

Resident Assistants (RA) help facilitate a sense of community in the residence halls and to enhance the social, educational, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and environmental development of each resident. RAs articulate for students the philosophy and policies of Housing & Residential Programs and the university. They represent Housing & Residential Programs and act as role models for students.

• Expected to know all policies and procedures relevant to the University and residence halls, as well as a basic rationale for their existence. RAs are expected to abide by and address and/or report violations of department, university, state, and federal policies and laws promptly according to established reporting and response procedures.
• Manage assigned floor community, serving as a resource, person of support, and mentor to residents. Be open and available to residents and plan programs, events, and activities to keep students engaged; developing a positive, supportive community environment.
• Participate in on-call rotations and work cooperatively with University Police, Health Clinic, Counseling Center and other campus and community resources to provide assistance during emergency or crisis situations.
• Assist in managing hall operations and representing the department and university by acting and communicating professionally, clearly, and openly; disseminating information accurately and timely.

Required Qualifications

• Full time student, available entire academic year
• Minimum of two semesters living on campus or comparable group living experience preferred. Need not be a current resident.
• Be in good standing with the University

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Stipend

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at [phone] or email us at [e-mail] .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What do you have to offer Housing & Residential Programs?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
  • Resume
  • List of References
• Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Other