Resident Assistant

Position Summary

The Resident Assistant (RA) plays a vital role in fostering a supportive living environment within the university residence halls. This position involves serving as a resource, mentor, and leader for a designated group of students within the residential community. RAs are responsible for building relationships, promoting community engagement, and ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Building Community: Foster a sense of community among residents through organized activities, events, and programming.
• Mentorship and Support: Serve as a resource and mentor for residents, offering guidance, advice, and support in academic, personal, and social matters.
• Conflict Resolution: Address conflicts and concerns within the residence hall, mediating disputes and facilitating open communication among residents.
• Policy Enforcement: Enforce university policies and regulations within the residence hall, including those related to safety, conduct, and community standards.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergencies and crises within the residence hall, following established protocols and procedures.
• Administrative Duties: Complete administrative tasks such as documenting incidents, maintaining records, and submitting reports as required.
• On-Call Responsibilities: Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support and assistance to residents as needed.

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses Experience

• Must have and maintain both a cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5
• Must be a current, full-time Texas Wesleyan University student

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal and community building skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Effective team member participation and leadership.
• Ability to resolve conflicts while being fair and consistent with students especially in discipline matters.
• Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to be discrete in handling confidential matters, while complying with privacy (FERPA) regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate a cooperative attitude while working with student population.
• Possession of organizational skills.
• Ability to discern student needs and respond in a caring manner.
• Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations or emergencies.
• Ability to encourage others and participate in the community.
• Knowledge and ability to complete given tasks and assignments thoroughly, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to ask questions to help solve issues, problems, and or conflicts.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate information and directives.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write standard correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to current and prospective students and University employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to work with a rotating schedule consisting of weekends, late nights, and holidays.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.

Posting Detail Information Posting Number Posting Open Date 10/27/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Close Date

Benefits

Here at Texas Wesleyan University, we offer a comprehensive health and retirement plan. Below are highlights of the main features of the Texas Wesleyan University Employee Benefits Program: Paid Break Days Paid Bereavement Paid Holidays Tuition Waiver Paid Jury Duty Reserved Parking Sick Leave Vacation Gym, Library and other facilities usage Lactation Room