Alternate Resident Assistant; RA - Institutional Student Worker

Position: 2025-2026 Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) - Institutional Student Worker

Overview

Job Title:  Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) - Institutional Student Worker

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 283542

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG s Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a  Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) - Institutional Student Worker on the Dahlonega campus. The role of the Alternate Resident Assistant (RA) is that of a live-on liaison between the Student Affairs Staff and UNG residents. The Alternate Resident Assistant s primary function is to assist Residence Life and attend Fall/Spring RA Training to be prepared to step into the role of Resident Assistant (RA) if/when the opportunity arrives.

Alternate RAs must also demonstrate a commitment to the goals of the Residence Life Program as well as an adherence to UNG Policy.

Responsibilities

• Sitting desk duty inside a residence hall.
• Participate in training and opening/closing activities within each semester.
• Enforce community standards and Residence Life policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, strong interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of others, assertiveness, enthusiasm, creativity, time management, good judgment, strong oral and written communication skills; computer skills; teamwork skills.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in the minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA while being in good standing with the University of North Georgia (financial, judicial and/or academic).
• Must attend at least 1 New RA Interest Session, attend Phase 1 & Phase 2 Individual Interview(s) during New RA Applicant Process.
• Must complete a housing contract and assume all financial/legal obligations related to the contract.
• At least one (1) semester living inside a residence hall required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership experience, experience with event planning and working with budgets is preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia s Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at the USG policy manual.

Institutional

Values

The University of North Georgia is a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, providing a culture of academic excellence and leadership development in a student-focused environment. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found on UNG s site.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check and confirmation of credentials and employment history. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. UNG is a federal contractor and supports priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This role is considered a position of trust.

Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.

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