What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Advisor position at UWPKS University of Wisconsin Parkside?
Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students Position Title: Resident Advisor Job Category: Student Assistant Job Profile: Housefellow/Resident Assistant Job Summary: The Resident Advisor (RA) position is an important student leadership position directly supporting the academic and developmental mission of the University. Resident Advisors facilitate a cooperative group's living environment and promote co-curricular learning in the community. Resident Advisors help residents with personal and academic concerns and help resolve individual and group conflicts that arise. Resident Advisors promote and enforce standards for appropriate behavior. Resident Advisors develop and implement social and educational activities and programs. They serve as referral conduits for information about housing and campus life. Resident Advisors are vital members of the Housing & Residence Life team; work closely with and under the supervision of Hall Directors; and work with members of the Housing & Residence Life staff to serve residents’ needs. Most of all, Resident Advisors are expected to respect and care about the rights and dignity of all people, challenge and support growth in themselves and others, and strive to create a welcoming, positive living and learning environments for all residents. Resident Advisors are selected for their leadership potential, interpersonal abilities, positive and caring attitudes, and sense of responsibility. This position description serves as an overview of Housing & Residence Life’s expectations for both new and returning RAs. Additional community specific expectations will be provided by the RA’s supervisor (Hall Director). Returning RAs are selected because of their desire to continue as a positive role model in the residence halls and among their RA team. Key Job Responsibilities: Department: Housing & Residence Life Compensation: Resident Advisors receive a single bedroom in the assigned community and the Green/Black meal plan, approximately valued at $10,327.56. RAs also receive a stipend of $250 per semester paid in biweekly installments during class periods. Returning RAs receive an additional $50 per semester for each full returning year. Required Qualifications: Must be enrolled full-time at UW-Parkside taking no less than 12 credit hours as an undergraduate or 9 credits hours as a graduate student. Resident Advisors must be in good academic standing. During the semester of application, they must receive a 2.5 semester grade point average. In addition, their GPA from the previous semester as well as the cumulative grade point average must be at least a 2.5. No probationary period is permitted for new RAs. RAs must maintain a 2.5 grade point average each semester while employed as a Resident Advisor. A continuing RA will be permitted one employment probationary semester during their employment. If an RA’s GPA falls below 2.5, the RA will be placed on probation. Once on probation, the RA must receive a 2.5 or higher GPA the next semester or employment will be terminated. A cumulative GPA of below 2.5 will result in release from the RA position at the end of the academic year barring any approvals from departmental appeals processes. Resident Advisors must be in good conduct standing and not on Housing & Residence Life or University Probation. Preferred Qualifications: Should possess initiative, responsibility, and good judgment as well as the ability to act independently. A genuine interest in working with both students and administration. Previous community living experience and experience in leadership positions preferred. Willingness to accept responsibility, complete all training requirements, and learn on the job. How to Apply: To apply, click the Apply button at the top of this page. Please upload your resume. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until February 6th, 2026. Contact Information: Edgar Romero, romeroe@uwp.edu, 262-595-2698 Legal Notices and Important Information Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12) Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job. Reasonable Accommodations It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability. Parkside Crime Statistics Report In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report. Transcript Requirement Please note: Transcriptions will be required upon hire. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose-driven, people-focused, and committed to stewardship.
Salary : $66,000