Family Housing Resident Assistant

Utah State University
Monthly Stipend amount based on selected compensation package
United States, Utah, Logan
Jan 22, 2025
Family Housing Resident Assistant Requisition ID: 2025-8755 # of Openings: 4 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Student Programs & Services Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: Student Affairs Department: Residence Life Advertised Salary: Monthly Stipend amount based on selected compensation package Overview The Resident Assistant (RA) is a full-time student who lives and interacts with their peers in a residence hall. The RA is a member of the Residence Life Staff and actively participates in the development of a vibrant and supportive living community. The RA will function as a peer resource, mentor, and advisor to residents. Therefore, availability, consistency and interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. The RA is expected to serve as a role model and abide by all University and Housing policies. Furthermore, the RA is expected to adopt the goals of maintaining a safe, secure and comfortable living/learning environment. As a role model and a programmer, the RA is further fulfilling the University's mission for education and service. The RA is expected to maintain high academic standards and continuing full-time student status. Responsibilities Community Development and resident support Conduct hall/floor meetings throughout the year as determined by supervisor Be familiar with campus and community resources and make referrals as appropriate Lead residents in establishing community standards Promote community development through programming, policy enforcement and involvement Monthly programming and initiative planning Involve residents in the planning and execution of programs Link programming efforts to guiding principles and programming requirements Create appropriate, effective advertising for programs and include Residence Life, Student Affairs, and Aggies Think, Care, Act logo as applicable Manage programming budget Policy enforcement Read and understand the Rules and Policies, Contract, Procedures, and Philosophy Educate residents about policies and provide clarification as needed Enforce any and all policies being violated - be proactive in responding to hearsay violations Submit incident reports and any other relevant documentation within 24 hours of responding to a policy violation Maintain objectivity and strict confidentiality regarding student conduct issues Conduct follow-up as needed or per instructions of supervisor(s) Administrative duties Safety and cleaning inspections Bulletin boards monthly Incident reports Office coverage, rounds and on-call shifts Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: All RA candidates and current RAs must be full-time USU students Full-time status is defined as 12 undergraduate credit hours per semester or 6 graduate credit hours per semester Student in Good Standing with University A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA is required. RA candidates and current RA's are encouraged to maintain both a cumulative and semeseterly 2.5 GPA. Two consecutive semesters of a GPA below 2.0 will affect continued employability or rehire status. RAs must qualify to live in Family Housing Be Married or Be single but have children or Be married and have children If married, both spouses must become RAs due to resident confidentiality concerns Both spouses MUST attend all required trainings and staff meetings Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: 1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" 2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 3. Other: https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9sGl7tyO1NOpew6 This form must be completed by both spouses separately to be considered for the position. This must be submitted along with both spouse's resumes and cover letters. Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Monthly Stipend amount based on selected compensation package ADA Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . updated 01/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/8755/family-housing-resident-assistant/job?in_iframe=1* Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-5d4b73e78a983a4ca2afbec735f2bf2f