Residential Advisor for Campus Engagement

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Residential Advisor for Campus Engagement plays a vital role in enhancing student life through dynamic programming and student-centered support within the residential environment. This live-in role would be perfect for a student in a master’s program in a related field!

About the Role

Serve as a live-in staff member within the residence halls. Serve on a week-long crisis response rotation, responding to student concerns and incidents. Support residence hall community-building efforts in collaboration with Resident Assistants. Serve as an after-hours point of contact for housing-related concerns.

Essential Job Functions

• Support and advise the Student Activities Board (SAB) in planning and executing campus-wide events and traditions.
• Aid in evening and weekend programming to increase student engagement.
• Collaborate with the Director of Campus Life on major programs, homecoming activities, and late-night initiatives.
• Provide on-site event support and logistical coordination as assigned.
• Respond to student behavioral, safety, and wellness concerns using a student-centered approach.
• Assist professional staff with documentation, referrals, and follow-up related to incidents.
• Uphold university policies and contribute to a safe residential environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree required, active pursuit of a Master’s preferred in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in student programming, leadership development, or housing and residence life preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses or Registrations: None

Other Competencies (skills, Abilities, Behavior)

• Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization.
• Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
• Knowledge of Student activities and engagement best practices strongly preferred.
• Student work and leadership experience on a collegiate campus setting within a private institution or college within Higher Education, preferred
• Knowledge of the trends in engagement and student attractions and partnership building for Higher Education.
• Event planning experience is a plus.
• Ability to produce training materials in a variety of formats using the latest industry tools.
• Knowledge of modern computing, networking and communications systems and skill in use of technology applications.
• Ability to adapt and flexibly serving various university constituent groups is key.
• Familiarity with copyright and intellectual property standards for course development.
• Knowledge of ADA requirements in collegiate facilities.
• Effective communication both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Writes and presents information in a clear and concise way. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding.
• Be innovative, strategic, and leverage technology to assist with building, developing, and facilitating a successful residential education program.
• Work cooperatively with others and demonstrates professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others.
• Capable of interacting pleasantly and positively with other to meet student, faculty, and staff expectations, and provide follow up with customers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and initiate follow-up action as necessary.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to audiences with varying levels of technology experience.
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite.
• Ability to perform duties in a diverse work environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day.
• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying.
• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

Pay

$14,000 yearly stipend

Schedule

Compensation package includes on campus housing.