Housing Resident Advisor

● Current enrollment as a student at Allegheny College that has matriculated prior to the fall of 2027. 

● Good academic standing with a minimum GPA requirement of 2.0. If a GPA falls below 2.0, the staff member may be removed from their position. 

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse groups of students. 

● Demonstrated leadership experience and a commitment to promoting inclusivity, respect, and personal responsibility within the residential community. 

● Availability to fulfill on-call duties and attend required meetings, training sessions, and programming events.

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Community Development:

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive community within the residence hall by organizing and facilitating social and educational programs that promote engagement, connection, and cultural awareness. 
• Build positive relationships with residents through regular interactions, providing support, guidance, and referrals to campus resources as needed. 
• Collaborate with fellow RAs and Residence Life staff to coordinate community-building initiatives, such as floor meetings, group outings, and community service projects. 

2. Student Support: 

• Serve as a visible and approachable resource for residents, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and providing guidance on campus policies and procedures. 
• Assist residents with roommate conflicts, academic challenges, personal crises, and other issues, referring them to appropriate campus resources for additional support when necessary.
• Conduct regular check-ins with residents to assess their well-being, academic progress, and satisfaction with the residential experience. 

3. Crisis Management: 

• Serve as a first responder to emergencies and crises within the residence hall, following established protocols and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. - Participate in on-call duty rotations, responding to after-hours emergencies and providing support and assistance as needed. 
• Collaborate with campus partners, including Campus Safety, Counseling Services, and Student Affairs, to address emergencies and provide timely support to residents. 

4. Administrative Duties: 

• Assume duty responsibility on a schedule assigned by their supervisor. Specific duty schedules and responsibilities vary by residential facilities. However, staff members on duty typically need to be available between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
• Complete administrative tasks related to the residence hall's operation, including room inspections, maintenance requests, incident reports, and programming documentation. 
• Attend regular staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development workshops to enhance leadership skills, knowledge of campus resources, and understanding of relevant policies and procedures. 
• Serve as a liaison between residents and Residence Life staff, communicating important information, policy updates, and campus events to residents. 
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Current enrollment as a student at Allegheny College that has matriculated prior to the fall of 2027. 
• Good academic standing with a minimum GPA requirement of 2.0. If a GPA falls below 2.0, the staff member may be removed from their position.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse groups of students. 
• Demonstrated leadership experience and a commitment to promoting inclusivity, respect, and personal responsibility within the residential community. 
• Availability to fulfill on-call duties and attend required meetings, training sessions, and programming events.