Resident Assistant at Utah Non Profit Corporation Salt Lake , UT

Location & Type

On-Site | Various positions in Salt Lake City, West Valley City, and Ogden

Part-Time | After-Hours Coverage | Housing Benefit or Stipend Included

Utah Nonprofit Housing Corporation (UNPHC) is the state’s largest nonprofit provider of affordable housing.

We’re seeking a Resident Assistant (RA) to serve as an on-site presence at select residential properties. This unique role is ideal for someone responsible and community-oriented who is looking to contribute to housing stability while living on-site.

• After-Hours Emergency Response – Respond to urgent resident needs including medical pull-cord alarms and lockouts. Contact emergency services, on-call staff, or management as needed. Document all incidents and submit reports to the Property Manager.
• Security and Safety Monitoring – Conduct regular rounds of the building and grounds. Check doors, parking areas, and monitor for unauthorized activity or violations. Report safety concerns, suspicious activity, or maintenance needs promptly.
• Maintenance Support – Coordinate after-hours entry or elevator assistance during move-ins/outs. Provide light support with common area cleanliness and set-up as requested. Assist with vendor deliveries or access under special arrangements.
• General Resident Support – Be a positive presence in the community. Distribute notices or communications from management. Maintain resident confidentiality and uphold all house rules.

• A strong sense of responsibility, calm under pressure, and good judgment.
• Ability to respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies.
• Good written communication for incident documentation.
• Familiarity with property safety, building systems, or resident services is a plus.
• Willingness to live on-site (housing benefit provided).
• Ability to respectfully enforce community guidelines and engage with a diverse resident population.

• Part-time, on-site role with housing benefit.
• Flexible structure - may be shared between a couple living on-site.
• Some light physical activity (walking building, lifting small items, etc.).
• Training provided; backup coverage available for time off.
• Exposure to emotionally sensitive situations (e.g., medical issues, aging residents).
• This role is critical to the safety and wellbeing of our residents.

If you’re someone who cares deeply about community and creating a safe home for others, we’d love to hear from you.