Student Worker - Resident Assistant (Mid-Year Hire)

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. 

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community that values respect, care, and diversity. We believe in providing a sense of belonging to all students, faculty, staff, family members, and campus visitors. As a Resident Assistant, you will play a crucial role in creating a welcoming environment within the residence halls. You'll be responsible for treating everyone with respect and inclusivity, regardless of their identities or personal preferences. Additionally, you will be expected to uphold and enforce policies consistently and efficiently while seeking assistance when needed.

The Mid-Year Resident Assistant position is active from January 12, 2025 through May 16, 2026. 

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model on and off campus.

• Document policy violations

• Represent the university positively to various stakeholders.

• Engage and connect with residents through intentional interaction.

• Actively participate and be visible in the community.

• Foster healthy relationships and demonstrate an ethic of care with residents.

• Promote inclusivity and equity within the community.

• Encourage resident involvement in leadership activities and groups.

• Promote and empower residents to engage in leadership opportunities within the hall community.

• Develop and implement programming in line with community development guidelines.

• Maintain all paperwork systematically, keeping it thorough, neat, and consistent.

• Utilize designated programs (StarRez, Google Suite, Maxient) for required paperwork, such as weekly reports, program proposals, funding requests, study hour attendance, hall currency, marketing requests, end of year reports, and incident reports.

Required Qualifications

• Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno as a full-time student for duration of employment.

• Candidate must have completed at least two semesters at the university/college level (High School dual enrollment does not qualify).

• Candidate must successfully complete a minimum of 15 credits per semester of employment

  • Credit-load is limited to 17 credits per semester.

  • Those who wish to request enrollment in less than 15 credits or 18+ credits may do so by gaining approval.
     

• Candidate must maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average (both semester and cumulative) while holding the Resident Assistant position. Failure to meet this expectation at any point while in this position may result in probation or termination at the sole discretion of UNR.

Compensation & Benefits

Student Employee Level 1

A single occupancy room in the assigned residence hall and utilities. RAs in Canada Hall would have suitemates.

Academic Year meal plan, which includes options for weekly meals in dining venues across campus and an allotment of Food Bucks.

Those who successfully complete at least two semesters as a Resident Assistant will receive a partial tuition waiver ($14 a credit for up to 15 credits). 

During Winter Training (January 14-18, 2025), meals will be provided by the department as part of training.

During breaks, dining operations will be limited. Resident Assistants required to work and/or serve in an on-call capacity will receive a meal or funds to purchase food over break. Break periods include:

• Spring Break (March)

• Spring Closing (May)

Note: Resident Assistant compensation may interfere