Student Resident Life Assistant

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Student Life and Housing and the Residence Life Coordinator, the Residence Life Assistant performs varied administrative and clerical duties in support of the Residence Life program.

This is a student position that will work a minimum of 5 hours per week for up to 18 weeks in the semester. Work sites will include the three CMC residential campuses (Spring Valley, Leadville, and Steamboat Springs). This is a part‑time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek. CMC’s workweek is Saturday through Friday.

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position: incumbent must be full‑time enrolled CMC student pursuing a degree with experience working in residence life, student leadership positions, or other on‑campus positions involving strong student engagement and administrative skills. Must be a current Resident Assistant.

Applicants must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to assume a high level of responsibility for managing one’s own work, follow detailed directions and processes, maintain confidentiality, ability to engage and develop a positive rapport with students, and proficiency in basic computer skills.

Welcoming, Innovative, Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The hiring pay rate is $20.50 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on June 12, 2026 or until filled.

• Arrive two business days prior to RA team (or as determined by supervisor) to complete additional training and prepare for RA training each semester.
• Depart one business day after RA team to complete closing paperwork and other tasks as assigned.
• This position may take a lead role working with Residence Hall Association, educational programming, and other administrative projects such as Health and Safety checks.
• Work scheduled hours in the Office of Residence Life or Residence Hall Front Desk that support all campus operations.
• Front Desk administration, coordinate Health & Safety checks as directed.
• Complete administrative tasks & paperwork as assigned.
• Co‑advise & plan for Residence Hall Association.
• Scheduling & Forms.
• Assist with RA Programming and other creative components of the RA role (bulletin boards, etc.).
• Process hall opening & closing forms.
• Reconcile P‑card.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position reports to the Director of Student Life and Housing and Residence Life Coordinator.

Position has no supervisory responsibility.

Successful completion of a background check including a motor‑vehicles records report is required. Incumbents will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing, and driving; occasional handling of objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason, analyze, and…