Summer Resident Assistant Position Description
Responsibilities:
1.
Share evening hall coverage duties with other staff members, approximately one
night per week and one weekend per month.
2.
Prepare necessary reports and records as directed by the Summer Resident Director
and/or Senior Summer RA.
3.
Assist with check-in/check-out of residents.
4.
Establish and maintain a good rapport with students. Create and execute one social
program for residents.
5.
Be alert to problems or potential problems of residents; be able to confront and counsel
(through active listening, empathy and support) these individuals and refer to a
professional staff member when necessary. Respect confidentiality of personal
information shared by another student or staff member.
6.
Know and comply with Maryville College policies and procedures, explain and
implement them in the hall.
7.
Stress to residents the importance of cooperation and concern for others and actively
confront those students who fail to comply with residence hall policies or who violate
other resident's rights.
8.
The RA is considered an employee of Maryville College and should be a role model in all
aspects of college life both on and off campus. Any violation of college policy by an
individual RA will be considered grounds for possible removal from the position, as well
as disciplinary action.
9.
Serve as a campus resource for residents. Be aware of services provided by various
offices on campus.
10.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Residence Life Office, as well
as additional expectations requested by the Summer Resident Director, to ensure proper
functioning of the residence hall.
Summer Resident Assistant Position Description
Terms of Employment
1.
The Summer RA is a part-time, live-in position that provides free room for the term of
employment. The Summer RA is encouraged to attend summer school or possess other
employment. While some flexibility will be grated to accommodate school and work
schedules, the Summer RA is expected to be accessible and available. Time away will be
limited and subject to approval from the Summer Resident Director.
2.
The term of employment is from Monday, May 19 – Sunday, August 10, 2014.
3.
Anticipated staffing (subject to change): 4 Gibson RAs, 1Court Street RA, and 1 Senior
RA. Placement is at the discretion of the Summer Resident Director
SUMMER RESIDENT ASSISTANT APPLICATION
Full Name:____________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Middle
Social Security No.:__________________________
MC Box :_____________________
Email:_____________________________________
Cell Phone: ___________________
Current Residence Hall/Room #:___________________________________________________
Birthdate:____________
Current Class Standing:__________ Cumulative GPA:_________
Please list employment history:
Please list extra-curricular activities:
Please list all time commitments that you plan or anticipate for this summer (classes, jobs, etc.):
Why are you interested in this position and why would you be a good fit for the position?
Please return this application, a current resume, the reference form, and the RD/AD
statement form to the Residence Life Office by April 11, 2014.
SUMMER RA REFERENCE FORM
Note: This form should be filled out by someone outside the Residence Life staff.
Summer Resident Assistants are an integral part of the campus community serving students who
are attending summer school and ESL classes. This position requires communication skills,
assertiveness, leadership, objectivity and lots of energy.
Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________________
Name of Reference: ___________________________________________________
Position or Title: _____________________________________________________
Contact Information: __________________________________________________
1.
I have had the opportunity of working with/knowing the applicant and feel that they
can/do work well with people:
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The applicant has good communication skills:
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3.
The applicant shows initiative:
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4.
The applicant will represent Maryville College in a positive manner:
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5.
I would recommend this applicant for a Summer RA position:
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Signature:___________________________________
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Date:___________________
Please return this form to the Residence Life Office by April 11, 2014.
Summer RA Reference Form
Resident Director/Area Director Statement
Note: This form may only be filled out by your Resident Director (RD) or Area Director.
Applicant Name:______________________________________________
Please write your perceptions and observations of this student in relation to their interaction with
other residents, compliance to rules, and involvement in hall activities.
Signature:_____________________________________
Date:__________________
Please return this form to the Residence Life Office by April 11, 2014.