Resident Assistant: Community Builder & Student Leader

New Mexico Highlands University; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Las Vegas, NM 87701 seeks a part-time Resident Assistant to foster a safe, inclusive residential community that supports student success.

As a student leader, you will mentor residents, plan educational and social programs, conduct rounds and safety checks, respond to emergencies, and connect residents with campus resources. Training, staff meetings, and departmental initiatives are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student at New Mexico Highlands University.
• Maintain good academic and conduct standing throughout employment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call duty rotation.
• Successfully complete all required training before and during employment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe, inclusive residential community to support student success.
• Plan and implement educational and social programs.
• Conduct regular community rounds and safety inspections.
• Respond to emergencies and provide resources and referrals.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and departmental initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Confidentiality

On-call readiness

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School or GED

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Las Vegas, NM 87701 seeks a part-time Resident Assistant to foster a safe, inclusive residential community that supports student success.

As a student leader, you will mentor residents, plan educational and social programs, conduct rounds and safety checks, respond to emergencies, and connect residents with campus resources. Training, staff meetings, and departmental initiatives are part of the role.