Senior Resident Advisor

The University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Resident Advisor (SRA) is a live-in student position within Residence Life and Student Housing (RLSH), supporting the department’s goals of promoting residents’ educational, social, and personal growth and the values of Quality, Caring, Learning, and Community. The SRA helps create a comfortable, nonthreatening residence-hall environment for a diverse student population. The role calls for a student-centered approach, the ability to identify and address student needs, collaboration, strategic problem-solving, sound judgment, administrative skills, and timely responses to issues. SRAs work approximately 25 hours per week throughout the academic year and perform all Resident Advisor responsibilities, along with additional administrative duties supporting their assigned residential community. The anticipated start date is July 2026, unless an opening occurs sooner. Employment covers the entire academic year, including additional time at the beginning and end of each semester. Reappointment for subsequent academic years is possible but not automatic and depends on job performance and the application process. During the first semester, outside employment is not permitted; afterward, outside employment, paid internships, or student teaching are limited to three hours. External commitments must be discussed with and approved by a supervisor before the semester begins. Course loads are limited to 16 undergraduate or 9 graduate credit hours during the first semester unless otherwise approved. Those assigned to Lobo Rainforest, Redondo Village Apartments, or Student Residence Center Apartments must work at least half of the Winter 2026 break.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a degree-seeking program at the University of New Mexico.
Be enrolled at least half-time (six hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters; audit hours do not count.
If using Work Study, meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.
Submit an unofficial transcript and a resume with the application through UNM Jobs.
Complete a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

Maintain full-time enrollment in a degree-granting program at the University of New Mexico.
Earn and maintain at least a 2.75 semester and cumulative GPA.
Complete at least one semester of employment as a Resident Advisor before applying.
Be available to fill the position for the full academic year.
Be able to live on campus in a provided single room.

Responsibilities

Perform all responsibilities of a Resident Advisor.
In conjunction with the building coordinator, maintain accurate staff duty schedules in the software system.
Assist with administration of the general ledger and other P-card reports, including confirming receipts and program attendance lists.
Conduct a biweekly audit of all programming in the community.
Review program submissions weekly for quality and refer programs needing additional components to the building coordinator.
Co-advise the Community Association (CA) with the building coordinator.
Oversee CA Executive Board recruitment, training, and accountability efforts.
Meet weekly with the CA President to support communication and collaboration.
Oversee the creation, hosting, and evaluation of CA programs.
Communicate residents’ concerns raised at CA meetings to building coordinators and the RLSH management team as appropriate.
Maintain and regularly update building social media accounts.
Coordinate staff outings and team development with the building coordinator.
Maintain five weekly office hours for administrative work, including three hours during normal business hours (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday).
Perform other general job-related duties as assigned.
If assigned to Lobo Rainforest, Redondo Village Apartments, or Student Residence Center Apartments, work at least half of Winter 2026 break.