Residential Advisor

Student Intermediate Level

Requisition

Working Title:

Residential Advisor
Pay: $14.00 Hourly
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department:
Native American Programs (569A)

Employment Type:

Student Employment
Student Type:
Student Employment
Status:
Non-Exempt
Background Check

Required:

Yes
For Best Consideration Date: 2/6/2026

American Indian Student Services (AISS) is seeking candidates for Residential Advisors for the 2026 American Indian Summer Bridge(AISB) Program. The AISB Program is designed to immerse incoming American Indian/Indigenous students into the rigors ofcollege life while providing academic, financial, and social preparation forthe first-year university experience. AISB will consist of a three-week immersion session allowing participating students to earn up to 3 college credit hours while strengthening time management and study skills.

Residential Advisors will support incoming first-year American Indian/Indigenous students’successful transition into college.
The successful candidates will serve as mentors and provide supervision for the duration of the program. Under the guidance of the AISB Program Coordinator, the Residential Advisors have primary responsibility for providing tutoring support services;living on campus with AISB participants; planning and supervising all activities(including evenings and weekends); transporting students to all scheduled events; conducting small group discussions on a variety of topics relevant tocollege life;

and other duties as assigned. Residential Advisors receive extensive training prior to the start of the session – in-person attendance is mandatory and non-negotiable. Residential Advisors are expected to demonstrate high levels of responsibility, project an attitude of commitment and sensitivity toeach individual student, and demonstrate an awareness of intersecting identities. Must be ableto differentiate learning styles and work effectively with AISB students and faculty, and AISB & AISS staff.

Residential Advisors will work an averageof 35-40 hours per week.

$14.00 per hour

• Weekday meals (only during the three-week session) – Total Approx. Value = $752.67
• On-campus housing from June 1 to July 13, 2026 – Total Approx. Value = $627

June 1, 2026 to July 24, 2026

Equivalencies not found for this position

• Applicant must have completed a minimum of one academic year (two full semesters with a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester) at UNM-Main Campus by the end of Spring 2026.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License. If selected, you are required to submit a copy of your Driver’s License.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Minimum required work hours:
• Must be available from June 1, 2026 – July 24, 2026.
• Training:
  Monday, June 1, 2026 – Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Weekly 1-hour meetings with AISB Coordinator for duration of AISB.
• Additional tasks and hours, as assigned.
• Applicants may NOT enroll in Summer 2026 courses or hold other job(s) that would interfere with the position for the duration of the employment term:
  June 1, 2026 to July 24, 2026.

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• Must be a returning student to UNM-Main Campus for the  Academic Year.
• Candidates who demonstrate strong mentoring and teamwork skills, as well as a vibrant personality.
• Candidates who demonstrate an understanding of diversity; particularly for American Indian/Indigenous students from diverse backgrounds and tribal affiliations.
• Previous AISB RA or participant experience desired.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. To receive full consideration for this position, an applicant must:
1. Complete Online Application
2. Attach/upload Resume
3. Attach/upload a Cover Letter (see Cover Letter instructions below) Incomplete Applications may not be considered. Cover Letter Prompts:
Why are you interested in the AISB Residential Advisor position? Highlight the experience, skills, and knowledge that you anticipate contributing to the AISB Team. Emphasize your talents and abilities in customer relations. Explain how this position fits in with your overall career goals.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.