Resident Assistant

Residence Life - Resident Assistant (R.A.)
Charleston Southern University

Position Overview:

The Residents Life Department at Charleston Southern University seeks passionate and dedicated student employees to fill various roles that support the residential community and student life on campus. These positions offer students the opportunity to serve their peers, develop leadership skills, and gain valuable hands-on experience within a dynamic and supportive living environment. Each role contributes to the success of Residents Life programs, including community engagement, resident support and the overall enhancement of the student living experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities vary by role and may include, but are not limited to:

1. Resident Assistant:
   • Facilitating Events: Organize social, educational, and community events that encourage student interaction in the resident’s hall.
   • Peer Support: monitor and guide residents on personal, academic, and social matters.
   • Conduct routine room checks
   • Route On-call shifts for late-night emergencies or monitoring

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A heart for ministry and a desire to serve others.
• Proficiency in relevant technology and tools (e.g., social media platforms, office software, maintenance tools, etc.).
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Hours:

Part-time, approximately 0-15 hours per week.

Compensation:

Hourly wage, based on university student employment guidelines.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should apply, resume, cover letter, and references through Paycom on the CSU Student Employee Website. Interviews will be conducted by Res Life.

Additional Notes:

• These roles are intended to provide students with a meaningful employment experience that contributes to both their personal and career development.
• Resident’s Life Student Employment reports to Brittney Greer, Dylan Margolis, Anna Maybin, Zachery Howell, and/or Sarah Hosack.
• Students enrolled in courses during the semester they are working are FICA exempt.
• Students not enrolled in the semester are required to pay FICA taxes.
• Students are not permitted to work during scheduled class times.

Eligibility/Requirement(s):

•           Effective and clear communication

•           Experience planning and hosting events

•           Experience working with a diverse team

•           Passion for supporting students and cultivating community

•           Attention to detail

•           Understanding and knowledge of the CSU Student Handbook

•           Strong work ethic, showing initiative, and willingness to help when needed

•           Commitment to excellence and upholding the mission of Residence Life

•           GPA 2.0 and making Satisfactory Academic Progress

•           Clear discipline record

Student Employee:

• Must be an active student at Charleston Southern University.

Federal Work-Study:

• Must be a currently enrolled student at Charleston Southern University.
• Must have completed all documentation required by Financial Aid.
• Must have accepted their financial aid award.

Charleston Southern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.