Students At FPU Only: Alternate Resident Assistant (Ra) AY 25-26
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Job Description
Please note that this position description is for the Resident Assistant role. At this time, we are looking for students who are interested in being trained as a Resident Assistant, but not directly move into the role, unless need be. The Resident Assistant Alternate position does NOT include any form of compensation.
Position Overview:
The Resident Assistant (RA) position (formerly known as "Community Assistant") is a vital undergraduate student leadership role within the Office of Residential Life & Community Standards Division of Student Affairs, at Franklin Pierce University (FPU). RAs serve as community builders, peer mentors, policy enforcers, inclusion champions, and campus resources, ensuring that residential students feel safe, supported, and engaged.
Through authentic one-on-one and community connections, proactive problem-solving, and inclusive leadership, RAs directly influence campus culture by fostering a living environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and personally.
RAs develop skills that are highly transferable to future leadership opportunities, internships, and professional careers. They gain experience in communication, empathetic listening, inclusive leadership, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and crisis management-all while making a meaningful impact on their peers and the broader FPU community.
Position Requirements
- Enrollment: Must be a full-time undergraduate student (minimum of 12 credit hours) at Franklin Pierce University.
- Academic Standing: Must have a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 2.5, verified by an unofficial transcript.
- Good Conduct Standing: Must be in good disciplinary standing with the university and free of disciplinary probation.
- Residential and On Campus Resource Navigation Experience: Must have lived in university housing for at least one semester at Franklin Pierce University before employment.
Special Notes:
- Resume, Cover Letter, and References are required
- Must be able to work nights and weekends
Students with a Federal Work Study are encouraged to apply!
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