2027 - 2028 Resident Advisor

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Resident Advisors (RAs) are part-time student staff members within Housing and Residence Life who live and work in an assigned residence hall or community.

RAs play an essential role in supporting residents’ experience of campus life and creating communities where students feel connected, supported, and engaged. They take time to get to know their residents, build relationships with and among them, and serve as positive peer leaders.

RAs help maintain safe and respectful communities by upholding university policies, addressing concerns as they arise, and referring residents to appropriate campus resources. RAs utilize programming, initiatives, and intentional conversations to help residents build Growth, Perspective, and Community within the assigned residential community.

RAs are selected for their leadership potential, communication skills, positive attitudes, and commitment to helping others succeed at EKU.

Compensation for this position includes a $1500 stipend per semester and a credit to your student account to cover on-campus housing.

Candidates must complete their applications through both the Eastern Kentucky University Job Site and the Housing and Residence Life eRezLife System (https://eku.erezlife.com/) by the deadline of February 1st, 2027, at 11:59 PM. Only the completion of both applications will be considered for review.

For any questions or additional information about student staff employment with Housing and Residence Life at Eastern Kentucky University, please email hrlstudentstaffjobs@eku.edu. A member of the Student Staff Recruitment and Selection Committee will be happy to assist you.

Minimum Qualifications:

Licensure & Certifications: Maintain a minimum 2.50 Institutional GPA and be a full-time EKU student (enrolled in at least 12-credit hours as an undergraduate student and 9-credit hours as a graduate student).
Must be in good judicial standing with the University.
Must have a housing contract for the 27-28 academic year.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience living on a college campus.
Leadership experience through work, campus involvement, or community service.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Time management and organizational abilities.

Job Duties:

• Utilize residential curriculum strategies to actively engage residents, foster learning, and create community within their assigned residential community. - (Essential)
• Be visible, available, and accessible to residents in assigned community. - (Essential)
• Address safety, policy violations, and community conflicts fairly and according to Housing & Residence Life policies. - (Essential)
• Must be present and actively participate in key operational periods. This includes openings, closings, and breaks, as part of my responsibilities within Housing and Residence Life. - (Essential)
• Establish effective and professional lines of communication with residents, Housing & Residence Life staff, and other members of the community. - (Essential)
• Participate in community on-call rotations, as outlined by supervisor and Housing & Residence Life policies. - (Essential)
• Provide direction and information to students while communicating with Public Safety Officials during emergency situations such as fire alarms, weather emergencies, etc. - (Essential)
• Submit any administrative paperwork and communicate accurately and timely. - (Essential)
• Assist with maintaining residential facilities through routine rounds, inspections, and reporting maintenance concerns. - (Essential)
• Maintain appropriate use and full control of departmental keys, equipment, supplies, and access. - (Essential)
• Contribute 10 hours of work per week, including 4 hours at the community desk. - (Essential)