Resident Advisor (Part-Time)

Great Basin College•Elko, NV

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Advisor (RA) facilitates students’ social, academic, and personal adjustment to the residence hall and College. The RA develops a sense of community among residents as members of the residence hall and active participants in the residence life system, serves as a positive role model to residents and peer staff, enforces GBC Housing and College rules and policies, and acts as a liaison between residents and College administration. This part-time, semester-based appointment is located at the Elko Campus and is not benefits eligible. The RA works 10–30 hours per week, including weekends and varied hours, and is expected to respond to requests and emergencies during duty hours. Compensation includes private housing, utilities, and cell phone use for GBC housing business only, plus $2,500 per semester. The position reports directly to the Housing Coordinator.

Requirements

Be enrolled in at least 9–12 GBC degree-seeking credits.
Enrollment in more than 12 credits requires prior written approval from the Housing Coordinator.
Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 and remain in good standing.
Offer and acceptance of employment are contingent on a clean background check.
Be able to work 10–30 hours per week, including weekends and varied hours.

Nice To Haves

Completion of 12 credits is preferred.
Having stayed at least one semester in GBC Housing is preferred.
Willingness to learn, good judgment, experience, and maturity are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising residence facilities and respond to requests and emergencies during duty hours.
Design and implement experiences that enhance residents’ social, educational, community, and personal development.
Serve as a liaison between the housing program and Housing residents.
Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
Serve as a positive role model and ethical decision maker.
Perform other tasks as required.