Student Worker - Resident Assistant (Mid-Year Hire)

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

33d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking a Resident Assistant (RA) to play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment within the residence halls. The RA will be responsible for treating everyone with respect and inclusivity, upholding and enforcing policies consistently, and fostering a sense of belonging for all students. This role is ideal for a full-time student at UNR who is committed to community development and student support.

Requirements

• Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno as a full-time student for duration of employment.
• Candidate must have completed at least two semesters at the university/college level (High School dual enrollment does not qualify).
• Candidate must successfully complete a minimum of 15 credits per semester of employment (Credit-load is limited to 17 credits per semester. Those who wish to request enrollment in less than 15 credits or 18+ credits may do so by gaining approval).
• Candidate must maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average (both semester and cumulative) while holding the Resident Assistant position.
• Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
• Contact Information for Two References – (required) Please include name, contact information, and relationship. Reference can be a professor, former or current supervisor, or your current RA. A current GRD/RD, relative may not be used.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model on and off campus.
• Document policy violations.
• Represent the university positively to various stakeholders.
• Engage and connect with residents through intentional interaction.
• Actively participate and be visible in the community.
• Foster healthy relationships and demonstrate an ethic of care with residents.
• Promote inclusivity and equity within the community.
• Encourage resident involvement in leadership activities and groups.
• Promote and empower residents to engage in leadership opportunities within the hall community.
• Develop and implement programming in line with community development guidelines.
• Maintain all paperwork systematically, keeping it thorough, neat, and consistent.
• Utilize designated programs (StarRez, Microsoft Office) for required paperwork, such as weekly reports, program proposals, funding requests, study hour attendance, hall currency, marketing requests, end of year reports, and incident reports.

Benefits

• A single occupancy room in the assigned residence hall and utilities. (RAs in Canada Hall would have suitemates.)
• Academic Year meal plan, which includes options for weekly meals in dining venues across campus and an allotment of Food Bucks.
• Partial tuition waiver ($14 a credit for up to 15 credits) for those who successfully complete at least two semesters as a Resident Assistant.
• Meals will be provided by the department during Winter Training (tentatively scheduled for January 7-16, 2027).
• During breaks, dining operations will be limited. Resident Assistants required to work and/or serve in an on-call capacity will receive a meal or funds to purchase food over break. Break periods include: Spring Break (March), Spring Closing (May).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed