Job Information
University of Kansas Summer Resident Assistant in Lawrence, Kansas
29694BR
Job Title:
Summer Resident Assistant
Department:
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
80% - Use professional ethics, implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the summer component and supervise students in a group living environment to ensure their safety and well-being. RA duties include but not limited:
Provide support to students in personal, social, and academic areas.
Assesses any residence hall problems, assimilate facts, process viewpoints and make decisions in compliance with program guidelines.
Facilitate and supervise students during study hall.
Serve as a liaison between administration and residence hall staff.
Create proper environment for both students and staff; Manage health problems and medical emergencies for students.
Monitor and evaluate student's academic and social progress; see that student’s are up in the morning and prepared for class and making regular classroom visits.
Participate in staff orientation and attend all staff meetings.
10% - Assist in planning, organizing and implementing recreational, social, and cultural activities, and maintain discipline and harmonious relations in the residence hall and all other areas of the program; participate in all program recreational activities, field trips and residential life, and conduct required workshops for participants (including evening and weekend responsibilities).
5% - Oversee the physical maintenance of the residence hall as it pertains to Math & Science Center students (this involves establishing procedures for key assignment and collection; prevention of abuse of furniture, lounges, and rooms; checking the condition of rooms before and after Math & Science Center students occupancy).
5% - Other duties as assigned by the Director
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
29694BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
Sunday-Friday – hours will vary
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Contact Information to Applicants:
Hong Chuong—hchuong@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent plus one year of coursework at a Higher Education institution.
Awareness of college residence hall policies and procedures, as demonstrated in application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$15-$18 per hour plus room and board
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with a wide variety of high school students
Experience with conflict resolution
Tutoring experience
Experience coordinating and supervising group living experiences in a team focused work environment
Have effective communication skills, as demonstrated in application materials
Possess good organizational skills, as demonstrated in application materials
Must be self-disciplined and team-work oriented, as demonstrated in application materials.
Previous TRIO (E.g. Upward Bound) Program experience
Valid driver's license
At least six months prior supervisory experience
Position Overview:
The Math & Science Center Summer Institute Resident Assistants will live in a residence hall and supervise approximately 30 to 40 high school students who are participating in a six-week educational institute at KU during the summer. Each Resident Assistant is assigned a group of 10-14 students, but is responsible for supervising every student. The Resident Assistants are required to reside in the designated residence hall with the Math & Science Center students for the duration of the appointment, and maintain 24-hour residency 6 days a-week for six weeks. This position reports directly to the Director of the program. The Resident Assistants must be able to tutor, counsel, teach, supervise, and be a positive role model.
The Summer Institute dates are 06/01-07/11/2025, with orientation scheduled on 05/29-5/30/2025.
RA must be available 24 hours a day (Sunday 4:30PM through Friday 3:30PM)
The salary for the RA positions: $15--$18 per hour plus room and meals.
Reg/Temp:
Temporary
Application Review Begins:
17-Mar-2025
Anticipated Start Date:
29-May-2025
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application consists of:
Cover Letter
Resume
3 Professional References
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply online.
Application review begins Friday, May 02, 2025. For consideration, please apply no later than Thursday, May 01, 2025.
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
On-site and is required to maintain 24-hour residency, 6 days-a week for six weeks