Resident Assistant or Moderator-SW

Ohio Wesleyan University; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, OH invites applications for the Resident Assistant or Moderator-SW role in Residential Life. The position supports a inclusive campus by fostering belonging among residents through programming, mentorship, and crisis response.

Responsibilities include building community, maintaining a safe living environment, supporting the residential curriculum, serving on-duty, and assisting residents.

Qualifications

• Live on campus for the duration of Fall and Spring semesters.
• Strong commitment to helping students and acting as a role model.
• Must be in good academic standing: minimum GPA 2.75, preferred GPA 3.0.
• Must be in good standing with the Office of Community Standards and Conduct.
• Evidence of good communication, organizational and time-management, interpersonal, reliability, and leadership potential.
• Successfully pass a background check.
• Must be available for the entire academic year (Fall and Spring).
• Attending training in August and participating in the Residential Life Leadership Summit.

Responsibilities

• Develop a sense of belonging and community amongst residents.
• Contribute to a safe and welcoming living environment in our residential communities.
• Support the residential curriculum through individual interactions, planning events, and promoting skill development.
• Serve in an on-duty capacity; respond to urgent situations as they arise.
• Offer support to residents when they require assistance.
• Serve as a desk assistant at the Late-Night Desk.
• Complete administrative tasks that contribute to the overall success of the University and Residential Life.

Skills

Live on campus

Communication skills

Time-management

Leadership potential

Background check

Academic year commitment

Training participation

Education

Minimum GPA 2.75

Job description

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Resident Assistant or Moderator-SW

Residential Life - 530000 Student Delaware, OH, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1926

Purpose/Objective of the Role:

This position is for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028. The role of the Resident Assistant is to support the residential university by creating inclusive communities in the halls and fostering a sense of belonging among students residing on campus. RAs achieve this through programming, community development work, crisis response and support, and by advancing the mission and goals of the University, Student Engagement and Success, and Residential Life. RAs are an integral part of the Residential Life staff team and are supervised by a professional Residential Life Coordinator, gaining transferable skills in community development, leadership, communication, crisis and conflict management, and more.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop a sense of belonging and community amongst residents.


• Contribute to ensuring a safe and welcoming living environment in our residential communities


• Support the residential curriculum through individual interactions with students, planning events on your floor or in your community, and promoting skill development with residents


• Serve in an on-duty capacity; responding to urgent situations as they arise


• Offer support to residents when they require assistance


• Serve as a desk assistant at the Late-Night Desk


• Complete administrative tasks that contribute to the overall success of the University and Residential Life

Qualifications/Skills:

• Live on campus for a minimum of one year


• Strong commitment toward helping students and acting as a role model


• Must be in good academic standing: minimum GPA 2.75, preferred GPA 3.0


• Must be in good standing with the Office of Community Standards and Conduct


• Evidence of good communication skills, organizational and time-management skills, interpersonal skills, reliability and dependability, and leadership potential


• Successfully pass a background check


• Must be available for employment for the entire academic year (Fall and Spring semesters)


• Successfully attend training in August and participate in the Residential Life Leadership Summit

The skills learned as a Resident Assistant or Moderator lend themselves well to professional career paths. In this role, you’ll learn how you can contribute to critical communication paths, learn problem solving skills, and engage with students in critical conversations that highlight your ability to provide good customer service while providing them appropriate referrals to help solve their problems. You’ll also learn how to work in a dynamic environment.

NOTE:

Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.