Description

Overview of the Position 

1. Position Summary: Emory’s Resident Advisors (RAs) are live-in student staff members who provide leadership, guidance, and support within the residential communities. Resident Advisors build community, engage students through programs and initiatives, and support residents as they navigate on-campus living and academic transitions. Resident Advisors are to uphold the ORSFL educational priority, preparing students to be responsible global citizens.  

2. Time Commitment: Employment in this position is for one academic year. Resident Advisors are expected to contribute an average of 20 hours per week of contact time within the residential community. Weekly hours for the position may fluctuate during training periods and when residence halls are opening and closing.    

3. Work Location: Position duties will be performed in the assigned residence hall, which will be specified in the employment offer letter. 

4. Supervisor: Resident Advisors are supervised by the Residence Life building supervisor for their assigned building. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Community Development and Residential Education 

1. Develop positive interpersonal relationships with all residents by being visible, approachable, and regularly interacting with residents. 

2. Foster an inclusive and supportive community where residents feel respected, valued, and connected. 

3. Provide meaningful, educational, co-curricular, experiential, and social initiatives aligned with the Residential Education model. 

4. Partner with residents to create an environment that promotes academic growth, personal responsibility, and community accountability through floor meetings, programs, and intentional one-on-one conversations.

5. Contribute to assessment efforts by submitting program proposals and evaluations to measure effectiveness and learning outcomes. 

Eligibility Requirements and Qualifications:  

The following conditions must be met to serve in the RA role. 

1. Enrollment Status: RAs must be full-time undergraduate students at Emory University throughout their appointment. Graduating seniors in their final semester of coursework may take fewer than 12 credit hours. 

2. Grade Point Average: A cumulative 2.5 grade point average is required before and during employment.  

3. On-Campus Housing Experience: At least four semesters living in an on-campus residential community (Atlanta, Clairmont, Oxford campus or previous institution) before the start of employment.

4. Housing Application and Agreement: RAs selected for the role must complete the Emory housing application and accept the Residential Housing Agreement.

5. Visa Status: All RAs must be U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or holders of an F-1 or J-1 Visa. 

6. Disciplinary, Financial, and Academic Standing: RAs must remain in good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing at Emory University, as verified by the Office of Residence Life and the Office of Community Standards and Education, before and throughout the appointment.  

7. Terms of Employment: Read, understand, and agree to the position's terms of employment prior to beginning the role.  

 Compensation  

1. Student staff members will receive a single-occupancy space within their assigned community. If you are assigned to a community with suites or apartments, a private room within those community types will be assigned. All furnishings will be used per Emory University's Housing Agreement and Housing policies.

2. New RAs will receive a stipend of $2091 per year. The compensation rate is approximately $209.10, paid monthly at the end of each month worked for ten months. 

3. Returning RAs will receive a stipend of $2399 per year. The compensation rate is approximately $239.90, paid monthly at the end of each month worked for ten months.  

4. Candidates are encouraged to contact Financial Aid to determine how the RA compensation may affect their financial aid package or compensation before accepting an offer.   

5. Candidates should contact International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) regarding F-1 or J-1 visas and student employment eligibility.  

6. Any RA employed after the identified start date or conclusion of employment before the official end date receives their compensation and resources prorated based on their actual start date or end date. 

Timeline