About San Francisco Bay University:
San Francisco Bay University (SFBU) a nonprofit WASCaccredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont California seeks an innovative and experienced Student Assistant Resident Assistant. SFBUs mission is to offer inclusive innovative and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.
At SFBU students come first. We prioritize students needs by fostering personal engagement among students faculty and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity equity inclusion and social justice.
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To be a positive role model for the residents and to help foster a safe and inclusive living environment. RAs are to work collaboratively with the Residential Community Coordinator (RCC) Housing Staff Facilities and the Dean of Students to promote the mission of the university and promote a safe and inclusive environment. The position is a livein parttime position and RAs will receive housing as compensation. RAs must be fulltime SFBU students.
This is a parttime nonexempt student position. The role is designed to support fulltime students enrolled at SFBU and complies with applicable educational exemptions under California law. RAs are expected to dedicate approximately 1015 hours per week to their responsibilities and housing is provided as compensation in accordance with California labor code guidelines. A written housing agreement will outline the voluntary nature of this arrangement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support a group of residents ranging from 12 22.
- Conduct checkins with residents. The purpose is to ensure they are getting connected aware of resources courses are going well and they are referred to any necessary departments for support. Checkins can be done via phone WhatsApp or in person.
- Conduct biweekly checkins with residents starting the first week of class:
- August and September and January and February
- Conduct a check in once time month for the remaining months in the semester:
- October November March April
- Summer: June July when applicable
- Promote and participate in campus program attendance and participation.
- Facilities Issues/Concerns When reported by the resident ensure the resident is aware of the proper way to report the concern and follow up to ensure the problem is resolved.
- Host community builders/social programs throughout the semester.
- Take students to campuswide programs and events throughout the semester.
- Participate in Residence Life and Housing Orientation as scheduled.
- Support MoveIn and MoveOut process.
- Participate in RA Training.
- Check Email regularly and respond to messages from the Dean of Students Residential Community Coordinator Housing and Facilities as needed.
- Participate in biweekly Residence Life and Housing staff meetings as scheduled.
- Facilitate roommate agreements with assigned residents.
- Conduct Health and Safety Checks as scheduled.
- Serve as a first point of contact during minor conflicts escalating serious concerns to the Residential Community Coordinator or Dean of Students as appropriate.
- Adhere to and enforce all university housing policies and code of conduct within residential areas.
- Participate in crisis response or emergency procedures as trained including fire drills wellness checks or safety evacuations.
- Document and report any violations of housing policies safety concerns or incidents in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student issues conduct or wellness in accordance with FERPA and university policy.
- Estimated time commitment for core RA duties ranges from 1015 hours per week subject to periodic variation based on semester needs. Any duties exceeding this scope will be tracked and compensated in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled as an SFBU undergraduate or graduate student.
- Undergraduate GPA requirement 2.5 GPA unless scholarship or visa standing requires a different GPA above a 2.5.
- Graduate GPA requirement 3.0 GPA unless scholarship or visa standing requires a different GPA above a 3.0.
- Good Academic Standing and Good Conduct Standing.
- Sophomore/2ndyear student standing and above UG student or completed one year of masters level coursework.
- Available to perform in the position for the full Academic Year (AugustMay)
- Be able to participate in and complete RA training in August.
- Live in assigned residential facilities.
- Demonstrated maturity accountability and good judgment in decisionmaking.
- Must be in and maintain compliance with all student housing agreements and campus health/ safety protocols as applicable.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information in a professional manner.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
- Enthusiastic approachable and patient demeanor.
- Knowledge of campus resources and student services (preferred)
Work Environment & Physical Demands (Examples listed below)
- Job duties typically performed in an office environment.
- Physical demands may include lifting up to 50 lbs bending sitting driving.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit or stand for long periods.
Salary Range (Required): RAs will receive housing as their compensation.
- RAs will receive housing as their primary form of compensation. In addition to housing RAs will be paid an hourly rate of $20 for hours worked beyond the estimated 1015 hours per week.
- In compliance with California labor regulations and Fremonts current minimum wage of $16.80/hour (effective July 1 2024) the fair market value of the housing provided is estimated at $1200/month and may be credited toward compensation.
- This compensation structure is designed in accordance with California Labor Code 1182.8 and applicable wage and hour laws. RAs will not be required to perform oncall duties or respond to emergencies outside their scheduled responsibilities unless separately compensated.
- A written housing agreement outlining the voluntary acceptance of housing in lieu of wages will be provided and must be signed prior to the start of the position.
Anticipated Start Date: August 1 2025
Application Process:
- For full consideration please submit your completed application by May 30 2025. As part of the onboarding process candidates will receive documentation outlining the value of housing compensation estimated work hours and terms of voluntary participation.
This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
In accordance with federal and state disability laws San Francisco Bay University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the application or interview process please contact SFBU Human Resources at .