Residence Life Graduate Assistant
Monticello, AR 
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master's degree programs.

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Department:Dean of Students


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Summary of Job Duties:The Graduate Resident Director (RD) is a live-in position with a limited 2 year appointment that oversees and manages an assigned residential area within the Department of Residence Life. Duties include community development and student learning initiatives, frequent and meaningful interactions with residential students, staff supervision, student conduct and incident response, administrative and project management tasks and other general responsibilities within the scope of the position. Supervise a team of undergraduate Resident Assistants (RAs) to implement residential curriculum strategies, build relationships with residents, respond to incidents, and fulfill all RA position expectations. Perform on-call responsibilities for the residential system on a regularly scheduled rotation during the year, including all University break periods and holidays; including, being accessible by department issued cell phone and remaining within required radius of campus during periods of on-call responsibility.

Participate in selection and search processes for Residential Life full-time, graduate and undergraduate student positions. Facilitate and participate in staff meetings and training programs and provide on-going training for Resident Assistants and Student Workers.

Support Residential Life Operations by reporting maintenance issues, developing working relationships with hall maintenance staff and service desk staff, monitoring and administering resident occupancy processes, participating in residence hall opening and closing processes, and supporting health and safety inspections. Effectively plan work to ensure all responsibilities and projects are completed in a thorough and timely manner including thorough, timely and accurate completion of reports, documentation and other administrative tasks, per departmental standard operating procedures. Utilize electronic systems and databases as expected in completion of work tasks.

This role requires evening and weekend work, plus on-call/call-back duty. A fully furnished apartment, meal plan and tuition assistance are included with position.Qualifications:

*Bachelor's Degree

*One or two years of experience living in a residence hall system.

*One year experience as a Resident Assistant, student organization leader, and/or directly related work experience.


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Salary Information:

$8,500


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)


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Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Jessica Foxworth
Associate VC for Student Engagement & Dean of Students
foxworth@uamont.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.


The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Frequent Physical Activity:Occasional Physical Activity:Benefits Eligible:No
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1 to 2 years
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