Resident Assistant

Job Summary

The RA role is one of a community facilitator and educator. RAs provide leadership and assist residents in developing a positive learning community environment by building strong, healthy relationships. RAs are responsible for facilitating opportunities for formal and informal faculty and resident interaction, encouraging resident involvement, and creating a sense of investment among residents. This is completed within guidelines established by the College and the Office of Residence Life.

There are multiple communities across campus - each with its own unique history and needs. A list of each community type along with its needs is available below. Please note these communities change each academic year. This is a list of current communities for the  academic year. During interviews, applicants will be given an updated confirmed list of communities for the  academic year.

First Year Residential Experience (FYRE):
This community is designated for first year students to live together and adapt to college in a shared living environment. RAs working in this community can expect to provide support to students as they navigate the college environment for the first time and can expect a vibrant social community among residents.

Living Learning Communities (LLCs):
This cluster is comprised of language-based houses affiliated with an academic department, Intercultural Exchange program houses, and interest-based houses based on specific needs or interests created yearly by students.

• Language Houses
• Russia House – affiliated with Russian and East European Studies; RAs encouraged to speak Russian or have past/current coursework.
• French House – affiliated with the French and Italian Department; speaking French encouraged.
• Spanish House – La Casa Hispanica – affiliated with the Department of Hispanic Studies; RAs must speak Spanish at upper intermediate level.
• German House – Deutsches House – affiliated with the German Department; RAs encouraged to speak German or have coursework.

Identity Houses

• Women & Trans Collective – for folks who identify as women or trans.
• Lilac Hall – space for trans‑identifying individuals and allies.
• Roots in STEM – affiliated with STRONG Scholars program for students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM.
• Jewish Language and Culture House – for folks who identify as Jewish or are interested in Jewish culture.
• Afrikan Heritage House – affiliated with Africana Studies department; RAs serve on administrative team.
• Asia House – for folks with shared identities connected to Asian cultures.
• Latinx Heritage House – involved with Comparative American Studies department.

Interest‑based Communities (building locations vary by year)

• Noise‑Reduced – for those who want a quieter environment.
• Science Fiction and Fantasy (Sci‑Fi) – for enthusiasts.
• Cairn Wellness Community – for substance‑free lifestyle.
• Traditional Housing (TRAD) – for all class years; RAs serve as resource for navigation and community building.

Please review the RA Hiring Website which is available online at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./employment

Applicants must be current students in good academic and disciplinary standing. Anyone on disciplinary probation may not hold a student staff position, and students may not start the position while on academic probation. The Office of Residence Life will verify each applicant’s academic and disciplinary standing as part of the application process.

Due to the time commitments of this role, SSMs are discouraged from holding other student leadership roles or jobs that require a significant time commitment, including but not limited to: PAL, OSCA Leadership, Student Senate Executive Board, SFC Treasurer, etc.

RAs also receive a stipend twice a semester via direct deposit. The total stipend for the entire academic year is $6,500.

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• Full‑time

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