|
Residence Life
Resident
Advisor
Job Description
Resident
Advisor (RA)
Resident
Advisors are usually the first residence life staff person that residents meet.
RA's are undergraduate students who have been selected and specifically
trained to assist residents within the halls. RA's are a vital link
between their peers on the hall and the Residence Life Office as well
as other departments around campus. RA responsibilities include:
Helping to develop a sense of community on the hall through social
events, educational opportunities and other activities; informing
residents about events happening on campus; enforcing College and
residence hall policies; acting as peer counselors; and assisting
professional staff in crisis situations.
RA
Selection Process
Applications
are made available for the upcoming fall semester mid-January. The
timeline for the application and selection process will be posted. The selection
process consists of 1)completing an application, 2) obtaining three
references, 3) attending a candidate meeting, 4) attending a group
processing activity, 5) an individual interview conducted by a current
RA's and RD's, and 6) a individual interview conducted by the
Associate Dean of students (by invitation only).
Back
to Top
Qualifications
and Requirements
-
Applicants
must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at
Lenoir-Rhyne College for the entire in-service academic year.
-
Applicants
must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 to apply.
-
Applicants
must have at least sophomore status by the prior fall semester.
-
Applicants
must have lived in a Residence Hall for at least 1 semester in
order to apply.
Back
to Top
General
Statement of Duties
The
Residence Life Department supports the philosophy that a college
education facilitates the development of the total person and
recognizes residence hall living as an integral part of the
educational process at Lenoir-Rhyne College.
It
is the responsibility of every staff member:
-
to provide assistance, support, and leadership to individual
students and student groups in the residence halls;
-
to promote educational growth and development among resident
students;
-
to foster interpersonal skills, appreciation of individual
differences, and responsibility within the community environment among
resident students;
-
to clearly communicate and consistently enforce policies within
the residence halls;
-
to ensure residence halls are appealing and safe places to
live.
Back to Top
Position
Requirements
-
RA’s are required to maintain a GPA of 2.5 per semester and
cumulatively.
-
RA’s are expected to be visible and available to their
residents on a consistent basis.
-
RA’s are not permitted to enter into any employment
situation, internship, student leadership role, or other significant
commitment (paid or unpaid, full-time or part-time) without a written
request to and approval from their Residence Director.
-
RA’s are required to attend designated training and staff
development workshops during Spring Semester, prior to the beginning
of Fall Semester, prior to Hall opening in January, and throughout the
year such as RA In-Service Training.
-
The RA Staff is responsible for sharing in nightly duty
coverage of the building on a rotating schedule. The RA on duty is
required to remain in the residence hall. Each Residence Director may
designate the specific location within the residence hall where the RA
must be while performing duty responsibilities.
-
RA’s accept full responsibility for any and all keys to which
they have access. The loss of any key may result in a charge for
re-keying affected doors and/or termination from the RA position.
Master keys may only be used for official purposes, which are
directly related to job responsibilities as instructed by professional
staff.
-
RA’s must remain in good standing with the College,
academically and judicially. RA’s must know, support, implement and
abide by College policies and regulations.
-
RA’s must limit weekends away (preferably once per month) and
must consult with his/her Residence Director before planning weekends
away.
-
RA’s must accept the building and room assignment given by
the Residence Life Department and acknowledge the right of the
Residence Life Department to make any changes in assignment as
necessary.
-
RA’s will comply with the guidelines established by
supervisors, this position description and the staff manual.
-
RA’s report directly to the Residence Director but also
maintain a close working relationship with the Associate Dean of
Student Affairs.
-
RA’s are full-time undergraduate students at Lenoir-Rhyne
College.
Back
to Top
Educational
and Community Building Responsibilities
-
Identify interests and needs of student by formal and informal
assessment/contact.
-
Be a resource person and referral agent for College and
community services by directing residents to other individuals,
organizations, and programs related to their interests and needs. Facilitate positive interactions among residents and staff.
-
Actively implement and/or present residence hall programs,
which broaden residents’ experiences and awareness. Over the course of the academic year, each RA must complete
the stated program expectations.
-
Promote student-faculty interaction through faculty involvement
in residence hall programs and activities.
-
Create and consistently update/change designated Bulletin Board
space (typically once per month).
-
Encourage and support Residence Area Council activities.
-
Become acquainted with all residents as early as possible and
establish relationships with each person on the floor so they feel
comfortable sharing areas of concern.
Facilitate positive interpersonal relationships within the
hall; make introductions, stimulate conversations.
-
Encourage residents to act with reason, to assume
responsibility for their own actions, and to be considerate of the
rights and freedoms of others. Maintain
an atmosphere appropriate for academic pursuits within the residence
hall.
-
Assist the floor in developing living expectations and
standards; establish policies to insure these expectations are met.
-
Be approachable and available to meet the needs of residents.
Assist residents with adjustment and emotional issues.
-
Respect the need for confidentiality in dealing with students
and other staff.
-
Set a positive example for others in personal, academic and
social behaviors on and off campus.
-
Perform other educational and community building duties and
expectations as directed by his/her Residence Director.
Back
to Top
Administrative
Responsibilities
-
Abide by and consistently enforce all College, Residence Life
policies, and state laws.
-
Assist the custodial staff in keeping hall facilities
functional for the use of all residents.
-
Investigate and report room, hall, and public area damage.
-
Assist with reports as required.
-
Assist in performing administrative duties.
These include completing room rosters, distribution of
information, and assisting with resident check-in and check-out each
term. This will involve
remaining in the building until closing and returning early to assist
with opening.
-
Make referrals to Residence Director in disciplinary matters.
-
Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings, RA
In-Services, and one-on-one meetings with your Residence Director.
-
Assist in the selection of new RA staff, as directed.
-
Be thoroughly familiar with all emergency procedures.
-
Serve on committees as needed.
-
Perform other administrative duties and expectations as
directed by his/her Residence Director.
Back
to Top
Remuneration
-
Each RA will receive a stipend for the academic year equal to the cost of a double room.
-
Each RA will receive a private room at the
cost of a double room, pending availability of housing space.
-
Each RA will receive one parking decal for
his/her personal car for the academic year at no cost.
Back
to Top
|
