2026-2027 Resident Assistant - Benfica

Saint Leo University Brasil•San Jose, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year. The Resident Assistant (RA) position is arguably the most responsible student job on our campus. It directly supports the academic and developmental mission of the University. RAs serve to facilitate a cooperative, considerate group living/learning environment. As an RA, you articulate for students the philosophy and policies of the Office of Residence Life and Saint Leo University. You represent the Office of Residence Life and Saint Leo University by serving as the primary role model for students. The six basic RA job responsibilities include: 1. Community Development 2. Administrator 3. Team Member 4. Programmer 5. University Representative 6. Policy Enforcer This position is subject to a Level 2 background check as part of the onboarding process.

Requirements

Climbing, standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, close visual acuity.
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
Ability to move furniture with appropriate handling equipment and lift 50 pounds.
Class Enrollment - you must enroll in and maintain at least 12 undergraduate credit hours or 6 graduate credit hours while serving as a RA. A class load of 18 credit hours or greater must be approved in advance by the Director of Residence Life.
GPA Requirements - you are expected to remain in good, full-time academic standing with the University and have a minimum 2.75 semester and minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA, including the semester prior to employment.
Conduct Standing - you are expected to be in good conduct standing with the University at the time of hire, from hire to employment and throughout your employment.
Community Living - all applicants must have lived on campus for at least two semesters prior to term of employment.
Must submit cover letter and career services approved resume.

Responsibilities

Supervision of Benfica residents one night a week (2 hours) at the Wellness Center.
RAs are required to build communities on their floors, in their buildings and across campus.
Should have basic knowledge of campus to serve as a referral agent to provide residents with the support to find the appropriate campus and community resources when needed.
RAs should be willing to take on responsibility for helping maintain a safe and inclusive community by working in an administrative capacity, by serving on a duty rotation, programming and being a positive team member.
Resident Assistants must be willing to work varied hours.
RAs are asked to return for training up to two and a half weeks before school begins each semester and to remain on campus several days after halls close at the end of each semester.
RAs are asked to work evenings and weekend hours.
Accept responsibility for understanding, adhering to, and enforcing all University and Residence Life policies.
RA’s serve as role models and leaders for all students.

Benefits

Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).
FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees
Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
Employer-provided life insurance
Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
Nationwide Pet Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
403b Retirement Plan
Wellness Center Eligibility based on meeting required service period