Resident Advisors

JOB SUMMARY

NATURE AND SCOPE: The Resident Advisor (RA) is an upper-year student who is expected to act as a leader, role model, mentor, resource and support to students living residence. The primary objective of the RA and the Residence Life Department is to foster a community environment that eases the student transition into college/university and supports the personal and academic success of their students. The RA will live in an assigned residence room and be responsible for facilitating social and educational programs and creating a safe, respectful environment through the enforcement of the Residence Community Living Standards.

CONTRACT PERIOD: From the beginning of the Residence Life Staff Training Program in August (approx. August 14, 2010) until 24 hours after last scheduled exam in the Fall Semester AND from the time the Residences re-open in January until 24 hours after the last scheduled exam in the Winter Semester (approx. April 30, 2011). Note: The RA is expected to move in to residence early each semester to participate in training and assist with building preparation and orientation programming. The RA will also remain on campus after exams to assist with residence move-out processes.

REMUNERATION: RAs are compensated at a rate $10.25 per hour. All RAs will be paid for the full duration of the Residence Life Staff training program. During the academic year, Full-time RAs will be scheduled for approximately 16 hours per week and Part-time RAs will be scheduled for approximately 8 hours per week. The full value of the RA contracts is estimated to be approximately $5800 for Full-time and $3600 for Part-time RAs. Note: All RAs will be expected to follow all residence application and admission procedures, including paying all residence fees prior to moving into residence.

ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS: RAs will report directly to the Residence Life Coordinator (or designate) who will provide training, support and assistance in the execution of the RA’s responsibilities. Resident Advisors work in co-operation with other staff including but not limited to; the General Manager (GM), the Assistant General Manager (AGM), Customer Service Representatives (CSR), other residence and college staff, student leadership groups and community partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum academic achievement of C+ (65%)
• Must be enrolled as a full-time student
• A passion for leadership
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Team player
• ‘Standard First Aid’ & CPR Level “C” (Must be valid for the duration of the contract)
• Valid Criminal Record Check (will be conducted by Residence Management)
• Any other Institutional requirements deemed necessary