Community Scholars Resident Director/Graduate Assistant

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant (GA) position will compromise two parts: assisting the leadership of the Community Scholars Program in preparing for the incoming cohort of students for Summer 2024 and serving as the Resident Director during the Summer 2024 program. Prior to the program (June 3 - July 4, 2024), the GA will provide administrative and programming support in the CMEA office. During this time, the GA will prepare travel and programming logistics, as well as prepare to assume the role of supervisor to six Community Advisors (CAs). During the next six weeks (July 5- August 9, 2024), the GA will serve as the Resident Director and will live in the residence hall with the students. The GA will be responsible for the management of the residential aspect of the program. The GA is expected to serve as an scholar practitioner by developing the leadership of students, and encouraging community building and involvement. This position requires a great deal of flexibility, as work hours during the program will include evening, weekend, and overnight shifts. In addition, this position requires a great deal of patience, conflict resolution skills, a deep understanding of diversity and social justice, and the ability to respond quickly to emergency situations.

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in or have recently graduated from a Master’s degree program in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field
Move into housing on Georgetown campus on Monday, June 3rd before 4 PM
Depart from residence hall on Saturday, August 9, 2024 after 4 pm
Spend every night at the residence hall from Sunday, June 30, 2024 - Saturday, August 9, 2024
Follow all the CSP rules and regulations expected of program participants related to conduct and behavior
Attend all training sessions scheduled by CMEA, the department of Residential Living, and the Division of Student Affairs
Attend all CSP and CMEA meetings, programs, and events scheduled throughout the summer
Display leadership skills and acts as a role model for CAs and program participants at all times

Nice To Haves

substantial experience in residence life
extensive involvement in multicultural affairs
program planning experience
a commitment to leadership development

Responsibilities

Prepare travel and programming logistics
Serve in the role of supervisor to six undergraduate Community Advisors (CAs)
Revise Community Advisors training manual and protocol, define expectations and assign duties for CAs, and prepare workshops for CA training week (June 30- July 4, 2024)
Serve as the Resident Director and will live in the residence hall with the students.
Be responsible for the management of the residential aspect of the program and take part and oversee duty rotation
Attend meetings with CSP leadership, deans and program faculty and in any administrative duties assigned by the Assistant Director of Academic Success