Resident Assistant (RA) - Academic Year 2026 - 2027

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

57d•$650•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. A Resident Assistant at the University of North Dakota (UND) is a student who lives on the floor/wing to serve as a primary resource for building community and fostering student learning and growth. Resident Assistants are responsible for building a positive community on their floor and within the building; assisting residents with both personal and academic concerns' helping residents connect with each other and UND; being an educator by promoting and supporting intentional learning through our residential curriculum; knowledge and upholding University policy; and serving as a resource and liaison for the University. The Resident Assistant reports directly to their Resident Director (RD) and reports indirectly to the Associate Director of residence Life and Director of Housing & Residential Life. They serve on a staff ranging from four to nine RAs, depending on the hall. Resident Assistants work approximately 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Must be enrolled as a full-time student at UND for Fall 2026
Must have lived in on-campus housing for at least one full semester prior to starting the position
Must meet residence hall eligibility requirement and reside in assigned room throughout the terms of their employment
Must be 18 years of age or older by August 1, 2026
Ability to stand 3-4 hours at a time
Ability to lift/move 30-45 pounds
Ability to use stairs
Ability to withstand loud noises and blinking lights (for fire drills and evacuations)
Ability to walk for 1-2 hours at a time
Ability to perform job tasks during late evening and early morning hours as needed
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
Applicants may not hold outside employment, internship, CFI, or student teach during their term of employment.
Verification of college course cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher at start of employment
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience

Responsibilities

Act as a peer mentor to residents on their wing/floor/hall
Reach out to residents, participate in meetings, and work on a team
Write concise, factual, and non-judgmental incident report forms and other administrative tasks
Recognize and respond to emergencies and resident concerns, and connect students to campus resources
Plan, budget, and organize programs and activities for residents to build community and a sense of belonging