26932BR

　　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 insure their safety and well-being. RA duties include but are not limited to:

　　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; and stipend distribution).

　　5% - Other duties as assigned by the Director.

　　Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :

　　26932BR

　　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, [email protected], 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

　　Conditions of Employment:

　　Contingent on Funding

　　Contact Information to Applicants:

　　Hong Chuong—[email protected]

　　Required Qualifications:

　　High School Diploma/GED Equivalent plus one year of coursework at a Higher Education institution.

　　Familiarity with college residence hall policies and procedures.

　　Employee Class:

　　U-Unclassified Professional Staff

　　Advertised Salary Range:

　　$15-$17 per hour plus room and board

　　FTE:

　　1.0

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Experience with culturally diverse high school students.

　　Experience with conflict resolution.

　　Tutoring experience.

　　Experience coordinating and supervising group living experiences in a team focused work environment.

　　Have effective oral and written communication skills.

　　Possess good organizational skills.

　　Must have high level of maturity; be self-disciplined and able to work on a team.

　　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. In addition, the successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.

　　The Summer Institute dates are 06/02-07/12/2024, with orientation scheduled on 05/30-5/31/2024.

　　RA must be available 24 hours a day (Sunday 4:30PM through Friday 5:00PM).

　　The salary for the RA positions: $15--$17 per hour plus room, board, and meals.

　　Reg/Temp:

　　Temporary

　　Application Review Begins:

　　15-Mar-2024

　　Anticipated Start Date:

　　30-May-2024

　　Additional Candidate Instruction:

　　A complete application consists of:

　　Cover Letter

　　Resume

　　3 Professional References

　　Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications begins March 15th and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants. For first consideration, please apply by March 15th.

　　Work Location Assignment:

　　On-Site

　　Position Requirements:

　　On-site and is required to maintain 24-hour residency, 6 days-a week for six weeks.