Resident Advisor

Under the direction of the USU Eastern Director of Campus Life the Housing Resident Advisor (RA) is a student leadership position responsible for fostering a positive inclusive and engaged residential community. This is a 4month livein contracted position with primary responsibilities focused on community building within Housing.

Compensation includes a private room meal plan and a monthly stipend. Resident Advisors are expected to work between 210 hours per week and are eligible for additional scholarships as well as other part-time employment opportunities on campus. This position will begin on August 11 2026.

• Serve on an on-call team with other Resident Advisors/Hall Directors.
• Perform Health & Safety Checks
• Report any incidents
• Build relationships with residents and be a resource to them
• Assist in the opening and closing of Residence Halls
• Stay for the duration of the Spring semester to complete the check-out process
• Making contact with prospective students through email phone calls and text.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Enrolled as a student at USU Eastern
• Have no active or pending conduct sanctions through the Director of Students Office
• Dependable
• Good communication skills

Along with the online application please attach:

• Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. This position requires moderate physical activity including the handling of objects up to 25 pounds and/or standing or walking more than one hour per day. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

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