Residence Life Resident Assistant

Universities of Wisconsin•Superior, WI

1d•$325•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves serving as a Resident Assistant within the Residence Life department. The role focuses on community development, educational enrichment, upholding residence hall policies, and administrative duties. The Resident Assistant is expected to be accessible to residents, provide guidance, plan programs, and act as a role model. Key responsibilities include attending training, participating in meetings, working desk duty, enforcing policies, assisting with hall operations, and handling emergencies. The role requires living in an assigned on-campus room and a commitment of 10-15 hours per week, including nights and weekends. Mandatory training sessions are scheduled before the fall and spring semesters.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled UW-Superior student with/maintain cumulative GPA of 2.75 and a semester GPA of 2.5 and must be returning for the full academic year
Complete a housing and meal plan contract on Live@UWS for upcoming year and all other appropriate paperwork
Energy and enthusiasm for assisting students
Ability to effectively mentor students in the areas of personal and academic related issues
Demonstrate effective team work, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to exhibit professional conduct at all times
Must be available to work nights and weekends
Must be available for Fall Training: TBD – approximately 2 weeks prior to the start of fall classes
Must be available for Winter Training: TBD – approximately weekend prior to the start spring classes
Employment will require a criminal background check.
Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Nice To Haves

Experience living on campus is preferred

Responsibilities

Being available and accessible to residents by spending a maximum amount of time on the floor and regularly interacting with the community.
Having one on one interactions with residents.
Advising students, within the limits of training and capacity, on personal, social, and academic concerns while maintaining strict confidentiality and making referrals when necessary.
Developing personal relationships with each student on your floor and developing a floor community.
Helping develop an atmosphere on the floor in which students have a concern and respect for the rights and privileges of others, as well as maintaining an atmosphere conducive to study and community living.
Planning programs that expose students to new ideas, promote social interaction, and offer an opportunity for individual growth, education, and development.
Serving as a role model for other students by: Treating all members of the community with respect, including appreciate for individual differences; Confronting and documenting inappropriate behavior in an assertive and responsible manner; Taking a responsible and active role in the hall and campus community; Adhering to all University and Residence Life policies; Continuing to act in an ethical and responsible manner both on and off campus.
Attending and participating in all Residence Life and Student Affairs training(s) and in-service workshops.
Attending and participating in weekly hall meetings.
Meeting biweekly with the building’s respective Supervisors.
Working as a desk staff member at the front desk of the respective building on scheduled duty nights.
Ensuring students are aware of their rights and responsibilities they share within the community.
Confronting and documenting students who violate community standards and/or University policy.
Assisting in the opening, closing, move-in, move-out, and room change procedures of residence halls.
Completing administrative and paperwork duties as assigned in timely manner.
Assisting in handling emergency situations.
Reporting any damages or maintenance needs and/or completing work orders.
Live in assigned room on campus.
Hold (3) weekly contact and (2) study hours a week.
Other duties as assigned.