Resident Assistant

Resident Assistants (RAs) are integral to the success of KSU’s Housing and Residence Life by fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive community within the residence halls. The RA supports students’ personal, social, and academic growth through direct engagement, programming, and resource facilitation. RAs play a critical role in supporting students' overall well‑being and contributing to a thriving campus environment.

• Community Building:
  Facilitate learning and a positive community among residents, actively promoting a safe and comfortable living environment.
• Resident Interaction:
  Engage regularly with residents through the Residential Engagement Model, understanding their needs and providing guidance to foster a supportive community.
• Programming &
  
  Activities:
  
  Design and implement activities that align with the department’s learning goals and cater to residents’ needs and feedback.
• Resource Connection:
  Inform, refer, and connect residents to KSU resources, promoting academic, personal, and social success.

• On-Call Duty:
  Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours crisis situations, which may include weekends and holidays.
• Crisis Management:
  Follow established crisis response protocols, including escalating issues to professional staff when necessary.
• Conflict Resolution:
  Adhere to guidelines for de-escalating, confronting, and documenting incidents, assisting residents in resolving conflicts as needed.

• Promote Inclusivity:
  Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all residents, and develop initiatives that reinforce this inclusivity within the community.
• Professional Conduct:
  Serve as a representative of KSU and the department, modeling respectful, professional, and positive behavior at all times.
• Personal Development:
  Exhibit time management skills to balance the demands of the RA role with academic and personal commitments, ensuring these do not interfere with performance.

• Policy Adherence:
  Uphold the KSU Student Code of Conduct, Peak Made’s Associate Handbook, Housing Contract, and departmental standards, ensuring residents also adhere to the KSU guidelines.
• Resident Accountability:
  Address violations of conduct policies within the residence halls, holding residents accountable for their actions while promoting a respectful living environment.

• Record-Keeping:
  Complete all required forms, including but not limited to duty logs, floor gathering proposals, owl chat forms, and roommate agreements.
• Room & Space Management:
  Inspect and assess room conditions during opening and closing periods to maintain a high standard of residential facilities.
• Wellness Checks:
  Conduct wellness checks as assigned by the Residential Care Team to support resident health and well‑being.
• University Events:
  Support campus-wide events and initiatives, such as Move-In/Move-Out, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming, Fire Watch, and KSU Athletics, contributing to community‑building efforts.

• Meeting Attendance:
  Attend required meetings, including one‑on‑one check‑ins with supervisors, staff meetings, and scheduled training workshops throughout the semester.
• Continuous Learning:
  Participate in department‑led trainings, workshops, and development programs to enhance knowledge and skills related to the RA role.

• Enrollment:
  Must be an enrolled student at Kennesaw State University.
• Leadership & Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated ability to engage and connect with diverse student populations.
• Conflict Resolution
  
  Skills:
  
  Competency in managing conflict and crisis situations with calm and professionalism.
• Time Management:
  Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, including academics, the RA role, and personal interests.

• Previous experience in leadership or community‑building roles is advantageous.

• RAs must reside in the assigned residence hall and be prepared for irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, as the role requires a commitment to on‑call duty and response to after‑hours emergencies.