Residential Advisor Campus Engagement

Residential Advisor for Campus Engagement

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Residential Advisor for Campus Engagement plays a vital role in enhancing student life through dynamic programming and student-centered support within the residential environment. This live-in role would be perfect for a student in a master’s program in a related field! This position focuses on fostering a vibrant residential community by assisting with the planning and execution of residential procedures and operations.

Additionally, the advisor contributes to residential staff efforts and participates in a week-long crisis response rotation, helping to create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive campus environment. The compensation package includes on campus housing and a $14,000 yearly stipend.

• Serve as a live-in staff member within the residence halls.
• Serve on a week-long crisis response rotation, responding to student concerns and incidents.
• Support residence hall community-building efforts in collaboration with Resident Assistants.
• Serve as an after-hours point of contact for housing-related concerns.

• Support and advise the Student Activities Board (SAB) in planning and executing campus-wide events and traditions.
• Assist with evening and weekend programming to increase student engagement.
• Collaborate with the Director of Campus Life on major programs, homecoming activities, and late-night initiatives.
• Provide on-site event support and logistical coordination as assigned.

• Respond to student behavioral, safety, and wellness concerns using a student-centered approach.
• Assist professional staff with documentation, referrals, and follow-up related to incidents.
• Uphold university policies and contribute to a safe residential environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required; active pursuit of a Master’s preferred in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in student programming, leadership development, or housing and residence life preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Student activities and engagement best practices strongly preferred.
• Student work and leadership experience on a collegiate campus setting within a private institution or college within Higher Education preferred.
• Knowledge of the trends in engagement and student attractions and partnership building for Higher Education. Event planning experience is a plus.
• Ability to produce training materials in a variety of formats using the latest industry tools.
• Knowledge of modern computing, networking and communications systems and skill in use of technology applications.
• Ability to adapt and flexibly serve various university constituent groups.
• Familiarity with copyright and intellectual property standards for course development.
• Knowledge of ADA requirements in collegiate facilities.
• Effective communication both verbal and written in English.
• Be innovative, strategic, and leverage technology to assist with building, developing, and facilitating a successful residential education program.
• Work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior.

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.

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