Resident Assistant

The Resident Assistant (RA) position is vital to the on-campus living experience. This position builds community, fosters relationships, and provides opportunities to learn and connect with residents and the vibrant UF community. Students in this position can expect to improve leadership skills, gain valuable mentorship experience, build connections and develop transferrable skills that will complement future career aspirations.

Responsibilities

Enhance and maintain a sense of shared community in the designated residential area by facilitating intentional interactions, social activities, and other opportunities for residents to interact with each other
Assist residents in the assigned residential area acting as a referral agent to available resources, services, and facilities on campus
Foster a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures
Know and implement Housing & Residence Life crisis protocol within assigned area
Assist in conflict resolution among residents by educating residents about housing policies and the mediation process
Serve as a model of responsible behavior to assist residents in the transition to UF and throughout the collegiate experience
Create a residential environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages residents to utilize departmental and campus resources

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

This position is required to live in on-campus in a residence hall
Must be a current University of Florida student eligible for student employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review
Maintain a minimum cumulative UF GPA of 2.5 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate), as well as the required semester GPA.
Be available for 20-hours per week

Preferred Qualifications

Committed to facilitating interaction among members of the university community
At least one semester experience (online or in-person) at the University of Florida
Demonstrated ability to problem solve, manage time, and lead others
Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
Ability to work well within a team and with individuals

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