Resident Assistant

Resident Assistants (RAs) are student leaders who create a positive and inclusive living environment in EOU residence halls. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and organizational skills while building meaningful connections within the campus community.

Supervisors Name & Title	Jeremy D. Jones, Director of Housing and Residence Life
Student Job Title	Resident Assistant (RA)
Department	Residence Life
Position Funding	Funded by free room and board
Number of Student Positions	15
Job Category	Student employee
Wage & Job Level	Free room and board, Level 5
Job Location	On-campus, in-person
Job Duration	2025-2026 Academic Year
Type of work schedule	Flexible schedule – agreed upon
Estimated numbers of hours per week	20 hours/week a. Duty- 30% (1 to 2 nights per week and participate in weekend rotation) b. Resident Interactions – 20% c. Supervisor 1:1s & Weekly Staff Meetings- 20% d. Programming- 15% e. Administrative Tasks- 10%
Experiential Learning:	Through this role, RAs gain hands-on experience in community building, conflict resolution, event planning, and leadership. These experiences are directly applicable to academic courses and future careers, helping students develop key employability skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and time management.
Professional Development:	RAs receive specialized training, including the Spring RA Leadership Course, Fall training sessions, and ongoing support from Residence Life staff. These trainings focus on leadership development, crisis management, and communication, preparing RAs for success in any professional setting.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Build and maintain a positive and inclusive community atmosphere. – Serve as a resource for residents and connect them with campus support services. – Plan and implement programs that foster academic, personal, and social growth. – Enforce university and residence hall policies. – Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to emergencies. – Assist with residence hall openings, closings, and administrative tasks.
Minimum Qualifications:	– Currently enrolled at EOU with at least 6 undergraduate credits or 9 graduate credits. – Minimum GPA of 2.5 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate). – At least sophomore standing (45 credits) and one year of college experience by Fall 2024. – Must reside in assigned housing. – Pass a background check pending employment offer.
Preferred Qualifications:	– Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds. – Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet community goals. – Leadership potential demonstrated through academic, extracurricular, or community activities. – Organizational and time management skills for balancing responsibilities. – Communication skills for managing conflicts and facilitating programs.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Familiarity with community-building principles. – Crisis management and problem-solving skills. – Positive and approachable demeanor to create an inclusive environment.
Required Application Material:	Resume, Application link: https://forms.gle/FMMC7AGXe8Z5S7hf8
Send Application Materials To:	Go through application link!
Job Opening Date:	01/24/2025
Job Closing Date:	02/25/2025
First Day of Application Review:	02/25/2025
Estimated Start Date:	Fall 2025, following RA training and the Spring RA Leadership Course.
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
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