Res Asst - Summer; Student Position

Position Title: Housing and Residence Life Student Housing Asst (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI

Department: Housing

Advertised Salary: $13.73 per hour, plus room and meal plan (when available)

Summary of Position: The Housing Summer Assistant is a paraprofessional staff member within the Office of Housing and Residence Life. This position works to prepare residential buildings for occupancy prior to the start of the fall academic year.

• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to role model and promote the University’s mission and vision.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to walk up and down multiple flights of stairs and remain on their feet for extended periods of time.
• This position is a 3-month position, running from May to August with dates that are negotiable.
• Up to 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Prepare residential buildings for occupancy prior to the start of the academic year.
• Complete Room Condition Reports (RCRs).
• Ensure rooms contain the correct furniture and are properly set up.
• Verify that all rooms have functioning keys.
• Work within closed residence halls across campus.
• Maintain a professional presence while working in student residential spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

Number of Positions Available: 2

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/Class Schedule

Job Close Date: February 27, 2026

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