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Stephen F. Austin State University Student Assistant - Residence Life Resident Assistant (Summer 2024) in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
THIS POSITION IS FOR SUMMER I and II.
In order to qualify for this position, you must complete ALL sections of the Human Resources application INCLUDING the reference section. In order for your application to be considered, we must have a completed reference on file.
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Job Title Student Assistant - Residence Life Resident Assistant (Summer 2024)
General Description
This is a live-in student position responsible for facilitating the social, educational, intellectual, and cultural development of each student through developing a community within SFA’s residence halls. Responsible for articulating the philosophy and policies of the Residence Life Department and SFA to students while representing the department as a role model in all facets of university life. This position is assigned to floors/areas of approximately 25 to 55 students. Works under close supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Job Duties
Understands, supports, follows, enforces, and educates students and staff about university objectives, policies, and regulations and Residence Hall Community Guidelines.
Maintains ongoing communication with departmental staff.
Displays a positive, professional attitude and support towards students, staff, and the department.
Works the residence hall front desk six hours each week.
Participates in weekly and weekend building duty rotation.
Makes self available and accessible to students by spending quality interaction time in designated residence halls during duty and non-duty hours.
Acts as a referral agent for students and staff to different campus and community resources.
Attends, participates in, supports, and recruits for Residence Hall Association ( RHA ) and other associations. Keeps residents and staff informed of activities.
Attends and participates in all staff training sessions including weekly staff meetings, extended training sessions, and others as assigned.
Assists in coordinating the programming needs assessment process in assigned halls.
Actively and appropriately addresses and documents all student conduct concerns.
Ensures building security and safety.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university and departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies.
Ability to handle stressful situations and display mature judgment.
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Ability to work extended hours including evenings, nights, and weekends as assigned. Also required to return approximately 5 days before beginning of each term and remain until after halls have closed for each semester.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University. Must be an active student in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher).
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Two semesters of residence hall living or related experience is preferred.
Physical Demands
Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SA2024-075
Number of Vacancies Various
Posting Open Date 04/04/2024
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date 07/26/2024
Work Schedule TBD; minimum 18 hours/week but not to exceed 20 hours/week
Min Pay Rate $50.00 monthly stipend
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
THIS POSITION IS FOR SUMMER I and II.
In order to qualify for this position, you must complete ALL sections of the Human Resources application INCLUDING the reference section. In order for your application to be considered, we must have a completed reference on file.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11386
Department Information
Department Residence Education
Contact Name Residence Life Selection Committee
Contact Phone (936)468-2601
Contact Email reslife_selection@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3 at SFA? If not, do you have an overall Transfer GPA of 2.3?
Yes
No
- Are you currently employed by the Residence Life Department?
Yes
No
- Please list all Residence Life experience including Position, Hall, and Year.
(Open Ended Question)
- Why are you interested in working as a resident assistant (RA)/senior resident assistant (SRA) this summer?
(Open Ended Question)
- if selected, there are two mandatory training sessions that you must attend in the spring semester. Would you be able to attend these sessions?
Yes
No
- What is your availability for the summer? Please select which summer sessions you are completely available to work: Maymester Summer 1 Summer 2
Maymester
Summer 1
Summer 2
- RAs/SRAs hired for the summer will need to be available for most of the summer. Please listed any planned vacations or other days you know you will NOT be available to work.
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you registered or do you plan to register for Summer 2024 classes? If yes, please list the session(s) you will be taking classes and how many hours you plan to take each session.
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you have any on- or off-campus job(s) already scheduled for the summer? If yes, how many hours per week do you plan to work in that job/those jobs?
(Open Ended Question)
- When do you expect to graduate? Please provide semester and year.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
List of References
Letter of Recommendation
Transcript(s)
Optional Documents
Cover Letter