Resident Assistant

Position Information

Working Title Resident Assistant Department University Housing Type of Work Study Institutional Building/Office Location NC - Norse Commons Work Schedule

Approximately 20 hours/week

Hours to be arranged based upon course schedule and hall needs

Job Description

University Housing is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and support that facilitates the personal growth and academic success of our students. We strive to create meaningful engagement for students by educating, celebrating, and respecting the varied experiences that comprise the fabric of our residential communities.

Resident Assistants (RAs) are student leaders who live in the residence halls and play a vital role in building safe, inclusive, and engaging communities. As a member of the Housing & Residence Life team, RAs support residents by fostering a welcoming environment, promoting academic success and personal growth, and encouraging involvement on campus. RAs are given training every semester to learn the relevant information to perform their duties effectively.

Primary Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Create a positive and inclusive community for residents through relationship-building and programming
• Serve as a peer resource by providing support, information, and referrals to campus services
• Promote a safe living environment by upholding university policies and responding to emergencies
• Plan and implement floor- and hall-wide events that encourage connection, learning, and fun
• Collaborate with fellow RAs and professional staff to strengthen the residential experience
• Serve as a role model who exemplifies the values of leadership, responsibility, and integrity
• Conduct regularly scheduled room safety checks, perform resident check-ins/-outs, and attend scheduled staff meetings
• Work scheduled shifts at a residential desk and night/weekend duty on a rotating schedule
• Various duties as assigned
  
  

Benefits

• Leadership, networking, & professional development opportunities
• Valuable experience in teamwork, problem-solving, & conflict resolution
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the Home of the Dreamers and Do-Gooders
• Super Priority Registration
• Full housing & meal plan scholarship
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications

• At least 2.5 GPA
• Sophomore (or above) classification
• > 1 semester lived on campus
• Enrolled full-time
• Good Standing (financially, behaviorally, & academically)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to balance RA responsibilities and academics
• Prior leadership or campus experience preferred but not required
  
  

Due to the time commitment of the RA role, student athletes and orientation leaders are not eligible for this position.

Candidates who are offered an RA position must undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education Some College Pay Rate $2,000.00/AY

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 20261940 Job Open Date 04/20/2026 Job Close Date 05/01/2026 Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15556