GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

The Student Assistant works within the Office of Residence Life to help support the general function of the office and student needs as they arise.

As an employee of the University and a member of the Student Affairs staff, the Student Assistant reports directly to the Director of Residence Life who serves as their supervisor. As such, the Student Assistant is expected to keep the Office of Housing and Residence Life and their immediate supervisor informed of matters pertaining to student life in their designated residential area or on their area RA staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Serve as a greeter in the Office of Residence Life.
• Ask questions and get information from students who stop by the office and ensure everyone gets help.

• Answer the phone and answer questions that students or their families may have.
• Help with essential key functions in the office.
• Complete random tasks and assignments as needed from the professional staff in the office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Qualifications

• Full-time student status with a preferred minimum overall GPA of 2.5
• Demonstrated administrative and leadership skills
• Willingness to learn Residence Life
• Able to keep up with a fast-paced environment
• Critical thinking skills
• Active listening and public speaking
• Judgment and quick thinking skills
• Problem solving
• Customer and personal service skills
• Time management and organization

Position Compensation

• Student assistants will be paid $15/hour.