Alternate Resident Assistant; RA - Institutional Student Worker

Job Title

Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) - Institutional Student Worker

UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Temporary

Part-Time

283542

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG s Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an  Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) - Institutional Student Worker on the Dahlonega campus. The Alternate Resident Assistant is a live-on liaison between the Student Affairs Staff and UNG residents. The Alternate Resident Assistant s primary function is to assist Residence Life and attend Fall/Spring RA Training to be prepared to step into the role of Resident Assistant (RA) if/when the opportunity arrives.

Alternate RAs must also demonstrate a commitment to the goals of the Residence Life Program as well as an adherence to UNG Policy.

• Sitting desk duty inside a residence hall.
• Participate in training and opening/closing activities within each semester.
• Enforce community standards and Residence Life policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, strong interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of others, assertiveness, enthusiasm, creativity, time management, good judgment, strong oral and written communication skills; computer skills; teamwork skills.

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in the minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA while being in good standing with the University of North Georgia (financial, judicial and/or academic).
• Must attend at least 1 New RA Interest Session, attend Phase 1 & Phase 2 Individual Interview(s) during New RA Applicant Process.
• Must complete a housing contract and assume all financial/legal obligations related to the contract.
• At least one (1) semester living inside a residence hall required.

• Prior leadership experience, experience with event planning and working with budgets is preferred.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2. Additionally, Freedom of Expression is supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

The University of North Georgia is a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college. It provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found in the university materials.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in the application materials, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This role is considered a position of trust.

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