Resident Assistant-Boca

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

6d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Resident Assistant. - Boca Raton, FL The Resident Assistant (RA) is a student staff member responsible for promoting a safe, healthy, and welcoming community by creating a sense of belonging among residents through individual, floor, and community-wide interactions.

Requirements

FAU degree-seeking undergraduate student with a minimum of six credit hours (twelve if international); or graduate student with a minimum of five credit hours (nine if international).
A minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA for UG students and minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA for graduate students.
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OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Responsibilities

Required to live on campus.
Providing immediate assistance and contacting appropriate authorities or resources when needed.
Implementing the Atlantic Experience residential curriculum with residents.
Assisting in resolving conflicts between residents, whether related to shared responsibilities or interpersonal issues.
Enforcing and documenting residence hall policies to maintain a safe and respectful living environment.
Assisting in emergency drills and educating residents about safety protocols.
Rotating on-call duty shifts to be available for emergencies and late-night assistance.
Serving as a first point of contact for residents in crisis or emergencies.
Helping residents during the move-in process by providing information, assistance, and support.
Conducting regular safety inspections and reporting any maintenance or security concerns.
Participating in ongoing training, workshops, and meetings to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the RA role.
Completing administrative duties like documenting incidents, maintaining records, and managing paperwork.