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A Resident Assistant is a student leader, mentor, resource, and role model who lives in the residence halls and supports the campus residential community. RAs help create a welcoming and inclusive environment by:

• Building relationships with residents
• Organizing social and educational programs
• Connecting students to campus resources
• Addressing community concerns
• Upholding college policies to maintain a safe living environment

RAs play a key role in shaping the residential experience and fostering a sense of belonging among students.

The RA role is dynamic and multifaceted. Responsibilities include:

Community Building

• Planning and hosting hall programs and events
• Creating inclusive and welcoming spaces
• Encouraging student involvement on campus

Resident Support

• Serving as a resource for academic, social, and personal concerns
• Referring students to campus services when needed

Policy Enforcement

• Promoting community standards
• Addressing misconduct and policy violations

Crisis & Emergency Response

• Supporting students during emergencies
• Responding to safety concerns and escalating issues when necessary

Administrative Responsibilities

• Completing incident reports
  Assisting with hall operations
• Communicating with Residence Life staff

On-Call Duty

• Rotating on-call shifts to support residents and ensure hall safety

Training & Meetings

• Attending required training before each semester
• Participating in regular staff meetings

RAs are selected through a competitive application process. Successful candidates demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership potential
• Empathy and responsibility
• Flexibility and teamwork
• Motivation and commitment

RAs must be able to balance academic responsibilities while fulfilling their leadership role. Comprehensive training is provided to support skill development in:

• Conflict resolution
• Community building
• Event planning
• Crisis management

RAs must remain in good social and academic standing and follow the Â鶹ֱ²¥ College Code of Conduct.

Serving as an RA offers meaningful personal, professional, and financial benefits:

• Leadership Development – Build transferable skills valued by employers
• Community Impact – Form strong relationships and support peers
• Housing Location: A single room
• Housing Credit – $7,598 annual housing credit
  • Approximately $3,799 per semester
• Professional Networking – Work closely with campus leaders and staff
• Personal Growth – Gain confidence, resilience, and adaptability
• Make a Difference – Support students during key moments of their college journey

Being an RA is a rewarding experience that prepares students for future leadership and success.

Interested in applying? 

Resident Assistant Application Process

• Tuesday, January 19, 2027: Application Opens
• Friday, February 5, 2027: Application Closes
• January 20 - February 15, 2027: Zoom Interviews and Presentations (if selected)
• February 16-19, 2027: Group Interview Process (if selected)
• February 23-24, 2027: RA decision letters go out with timelines
• Monday, March 1, 2027: Offer letter responses are due by 12:00 p.m. (CT)

Please note that the Office of Residence Life reserves the right to exercise professional discretion in advancing or declining candidates based on the content of their application responses, as the Resident Assistant selection process is highly competitive. Selected applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews and discuss next steps.

For questions or concerns, please email RARecruitment@rhodes.edu.