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Classification:Student Assistant B
Grade:Student B
Work type:Student Employee
Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Fairbanks
School/Business unit:UAF Rural College
Location:Fairbanks
Categories:Student Affairs/Services
The Resident Assistant (RA) is a student member of the Eileen Panigeo MacLean House. They are responsible for working closely with staff and students in creating and maintaining an atmosphere that promotes student development and acceptance of diversity through group living in University residence halls. The RA is responsible for developing and implementing culturally relevant programming that fosters a transitional residential and community living setting for students coming to UAF from rural Alaska and Native communities; this atmosphere should reflect the communal lifestyle of rural Alaska and traditional Native values, serving as a comfortable transitional environment for rural Native students as well as diversified cultural experience for non-Native students/residents. The RA will assume specific responsibility for a designated area with the residence hall. The position carries part-time, live-in responsibilities with the appointment made on a yearly basis.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Demonstrate understanding of indigenous culture and regional diversity in Alaska's Native cultures, particularly those of the North Slope and Inupait
Demonstrate leadership potential and/or previous leadership experience
Ability to communicate (written/verbal) effectively with all types of people
Ability to understand work to be done, organize that work and complete work in a timely manner
Ability to analyze information, problem solve and use sound judgment in decision making
Ability work independently as well as collaboratively
Knowledge of basic computer software such as word processing
Ability to work a minimum of 3 week nights starting at 7pm and ending at 8 am, not including Friday or Saturday in those week nights
Organizational skills
Positive attitude
Approachability
A commitment of one full academic year (or the remainder of such at the time of hire)
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
Applicant must have a cumulative and semester grade point average of 2.3 or above (3.0, graduate student) at the time of application and hire
Applicant must be a full-time student at UAF (12 undergraduate credits/9 graduate credits)
Applicant may not be on academic probation nor any form of University or residential disciplinary probation
Applicant must be available to maintain a schedule that ensures student contact, particularly during evening hours and weekends
Student teachers and varsity athletes are not eligible for RA positions, due to time commitments
At the time of hire, must have applied for housing through the Department of Residence Life/MacLean House and paid deposit and application fees
Must be available to work for the duration of the RA contract period, beginning August of he start of the academic year through May (dates will be discussed during the interview) Contract dates are subject to change.
REQUIRED EDUCATION OR TRAINING:
Extensive knowledge of Alaska's Native cultural groups and values systems.
Preference is given to applicants with a minimum of two semesters of community living experience prior to their term of employment. It is also given to applicants with rural experience or experience with Alaska Native cultures.
This position is hired on an as-needed basis.
To be considered, the following are required with your online application:
- Cover letter detailing your interest
- Resume
- The names and contact information for three professional references
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
Affirmative Action Statement:
UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
At-Will:
Pursuant to Board of Regents’ Policy 04.01.055.B, temporary, extended temporary, adjunct, student, casual labor, regular new hire probationary employees and those positions designated by the president as officers and senior administrators of the university are employed at-will.
Background Check:
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Public Disclosure Statement:
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
University of Alaska is a Drug-Free Workplace.
University of Alaska campuses are Tobacco-Free.
Training Policy:
It is the policy of the University of Alaska (UA) that all employees are required to complete training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period to remain employed at the UA.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact University of Alaska HR at 907-450-8200.
Advertised:02 Jul 2021 Alaskan Daylight Time
Applications close:30 Jun 2022 Alaskan Daylight Time