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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Residence Life is committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community which fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. Our initiatives and services are informed by the department educational priority of Respect and Responsibility. The educational priority is the guiding principle for our residents’ development during their tenure in the residence halls. Residence Life uses this educational priority to guide the staff when planning and implementing educational initiatives to all residents. 

Residence Life is seeking a part-time Summer Assistant, with immediate openings.

A successful candidate for this position must possess and demonstrate strong communication and human relations skills in addition to effective administrative, time management, and problem-solving skills. Preferred qualifications include a working knowledge of a broad range of proficiencies integral to the on-campus living experience such as student conduct, building inclusive communities, fostering partnerships with key stakeholders, and designing and developing student-centered residential facilities. This is a live off position. 

Responsibilities 

The Summer Assistant position reports to various Senior Assistant Director and Assistant Director within residence life. The position can be filled for up to 20 hours/week. The primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below. 

• Manage a variety of special projects through the central office 

• Provide administrative and planning support  

• Meet weekly with supervisor  

• Other duties as assigned 

The person who assumes this role is also invited to participate in departmental/divisional