We are seeking energetic individuals who are eager to help our students. Some of the skill sets we seek in the RA staff include: strong communication skills; leadership experience; the ability to build a sense of pride in the buildings; and the ability to exercise good judgment, especially in a crisis situation. The RA also enforces department and campus rules and regulations.
Please read this entire packet prior to submitting your application. The information in this packet will assist you during the application process. If you have any questions, or need further information, please contact Residence Life at (870)972-2042 or email us at
reslife@astate.edu
Arkansas State University- Jonesboro
Department of Residence Life
Student Union Suite 2053
P.O. Box 2774
State University, AR 72467
(870) 972-2042 phone (870) 972-2561 fax
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How to Apply for RA Fall 2013-Spring 2014
All applicants must submit a Resident Assistant Application and their resume to applyRA@astate.edu by February 8, 2013 at 3 p.m.
Appointment Period
Resident Assistants’ appointments are made for an academic year. However, based on justifiable reasons such as violation of policy, insubordination, etc., a Resident Assistant’s position may be terminated.
Academic Requirement
If a Resident Assistant’s semester grade point average falls between 2.00-2.24 for any given semester, the Resident Assistant will be given one semester to raise the average above a 2.25 while participating in the academic assistance program. At any point, if the cumulative GPA falls below 2.5, it will result in immediate termination.
Pay and Benefits (2013-2014)
Resident Assistants receive $2320.00 per semester disbursed in semi-monthly paychecks. As a condition of employment, staff will reside in a private room, based on availability, paid for by RA scholarship. Resident Assistants in CP, RWD, NPQ, RSC, and HLLC will be assigned to an apartment or suite with a roommate(s) you may select. Failure to select in a timely manner may result in the Department of Residence Life assigning someone. Staff members receiving the Astate Scholar, Astate Leadership, or Astate Pride scholarships do not receive the Housing Scholarship to cover their Room costs as the academic scholarship covers it. However those students will receive the amount of the RA scholarship in the form of an increased rate of pay depending on the amount of the RA scholarship.
Job Qualifications
In order to be considered for a Resident Assistant position you must:
~Have a minimum of one semester residence living on a college/university campus
~Be a full time student with at least 24 hours of college credit (60 credit hours for Collegiate Park & Red Wolf Den)
~Have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and maintain that along with a 2.25 each semester of employment
~Have the ability to relate to others
Interviews
All applicants must participate in the selection retreat and interview processes on Friday and Saturday March 8th and 9th.
RA Application 2013-2014
Deadline Reminder: The application and resume must be submitted by Friday February 8, 2013 at 3:00pm to applyRA@astate.edu .
Resume and Cover Letter Information
You must submit a cover letter and resume with the Resident Assistant application. Please respond to the information below when creating your cover letter and resume.
Cover Letter
The cover letter should be in standard business letter style. You should use the address provided on the application as the address that you wish to send the letter. The letter should be addressed to Nadia Eslinger Area Coordinator for the Department Residence Life.
- The first paragraph should state the reason for the letter and the specific position for which you are applying.
- The second paragraph should state why you are applying for the RA position. Briefly summarize your reasons for wanting a staff position. You will also want to describe your experience living in the residence halls.
- The third paragraph should state what extra-curricular activities you have participated in, why you chose these activities and what you have learned from them. How will what you have learned in these activities help you to be a better RA?
- The last paragraph should be the clincher paragraph. You will want to list your skills and traits that will make you a candidate we will want to hire. How will these skills contribute to your success as a RA?
Resume
Create a resume that expresses you. However, remember to stay within the business guidelines that govern traditional resumes. Your resume style may differ according to your major. Graphic design resumes will be more artistic and expressive, whereas a business major will usually have the one page traditional format. For assistance with your resume, visit the Career Management Center (formerly Career Services Office) for samples and critiquing.
The following four categories must be covered on your resume:
Education
What type of degree are you pursuing? What is your anticipated graduation date? What institutions have you attended/graduated from?
Related or Job Experience
List other jobs that you have had in the past (be sure to list the most recent position first). Include the dates of your employment. Please describe the responsibilities you had with these jobs. Mention any significant accomplishments and/or skills that you obtained.
Activities/Honors
List any campus activities that you have participated in at ASU or other institutions (including high school, if necessary). These can be clubs, fraternities, sororities, military service, athletic teams, etc. Emphasize activities/honors that could relate to the RA position.
Credentials/References
List names, address, phone numbers and email of at least three references.
Deadline Reminder: The application and resume by Friday February 8, 2013 at 3:00pm to applyRA@astate.edu.
Arkansas State University Department of Residence Life
Resident Assistant
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The RA position within the Department of Residence Life is a live-in position, which requires the RA to reside on a floor or in a building housing 25 to 65 students. The RA works under the supervision and direction of a Hall Director (HD)/Graduate Hall Director (HD/GHD) and an Area Coordinator (AC). Within his/her unit, the RA is responsible for creating and promoting a community environment that is conducive to and enhances the personal growth and development of all residents, utilizing educational and social programming, counseling and/or mentoring to residents, and promoting student responsibility, while fulfilling administrative expectations.
Responsibilities in the paid leadership position of RA are numerous, and the RA is the focal point for the day-to-day operation of his/her floor. The RA is at one time: student, community developer, referral agent, business manager, peer, friend, and disciplinarian. Simply stated, the RA position is the most comprehensive student leadership position attainable at Arkansas State University. This diversity of roles and responsibilities is challenging and calls on the RA to develop organizational and interpersonal skills. The position of RA provides an opportunity to maximize self-development, maturity, and confidence during the college years.
What You Will Learn:
1. Organizational and Interpersonal Skills
2. Self-Development, Maturity and Greater Confidence
3. Assessment of resident’s needs to build a community.
4. Leadership traits as active participants in your hall community with the staff and with formal organizations (Hall Council/RHA).
5. Build relationships with University staff and faculty outside of the classroom.
6. Development of helping skills, mediation skills, conflict resolution skills.
What Your Resident’s Will Learn:
1. They will meet many new people over the course of the year and learn about differences in a strong and involved community.
2. How to initiate programming for their community.
3. Leadership traits as active participants in their community and with formal organizations (Hall Council/RHA)
4. Build relationships with University staff and faculty outside of the classroom.
5. How to work through/solve personal concerns and problems in a multicultural society.
6. Interpersonal Skills
Live-In Component:
1. Visibility and Availability to your residents
2. On-Call and Emergency response
3. 24/7 Role Model
FURTHER DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES relating to the following topics can be found at the Department of Residence Life Website here:
I. Community Development and Programming:
II. Assisting Residents/Student Development:
III. Student Conduct Duties:
IV. Administrative Duties:
V. Staff Development
VI. Conditions of Employment:
VII. Compensation and Benefits:
VII. Re-Application/Re-Appointment Process:
Department of Residence Life
Mission Statement
Residence Life provides a safe, diverse, and well-maintained environment that complements and supports the academic mission of the University. We create a dynamic living/learning experience that promotes and inspires individuals to become empowered community members.
Learn. Inspire. Empower. Succeed.
Join the Department of Residence Life in fostering a diverse environment that nurtures academic success and empowers residents and staff to promote community standards.
Join Our Team!
Deadline Reminder: The application and resume by Friday February 8, 2013 at 3:00pm to applyRA@astate.edu.
RA Application Packet Info 2013-2014
RA Job description 2013-2014
