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Graduate Assistant of Residential Life

4 months ago

Richmond, United States Virginia Commonwealth University Full time

About VCU
In a world of the common, we are the UNCOMMON. VCU is unlike any university youhave ever seen. We bring curiosity, passion, and an unrelenting drive todiscover the ideas others can’t. We envision a future that is unbound bytradition, and that seeks to disrupt the way things have always been. Apremier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of thebest employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place ofopportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCUoffers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement,competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

About the Division ofStudent Affairs
Through our programs, services, and facilities, the Division of Student Affairsat Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) champions holistic studentdevelopment by fostering inclusive communities and providing dynamic,integrative learning experiences that prepare our students to be thoughtfullyengaged contributors to the global community.
We believe all people are capable of great things. Complete alignment with allcriteria is UNCOMMON, and we welcome interested candidates to apply and sharetheir unique experiences and perspectives with us.
The selected candidate will find opportunities for professional growth and willplay a significant role in shaping the future of the Division of StudentAffairs(DSA), addressing the diverse needs of Virginia CommonwealthUniversity's students. DSA is dedicated to fostering the growth and potentialof its employees and is committed to building work environments that areequitable and representative. Studies indicate that women and individuals fromunderrepresented groups often apply only to roles where they meet all listedqualifications. However, job descriptions are aspirational; no applicantfulfills every requirement. We are most interested in finding the bestcandidate for the job. DSA strongly encourages individuals from diversebackgrounds and identities to apply, including but not limited to people ofcolor, women, individuals with disabilities, immigrants, members of theLGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and those from low-income or working-classbackgrounds. 

Summary:
The GA position at VCU focuses on developing, administering, and supporting acomprehensive
residence life program through the education and management of residentialstudents. GAs are expected
to uphold RLH values: Collaboration, Inclusion & Diversity, ResidentCentered, Learning, and Excellence.
GAs enhance each resident’s experience by promoting academic success forresidents, assisting in
the management of student leaders, implementing educational training andprogramming, and developing
positive community leadership.
Responsibilities:
GAs must participate in the RLH evaluation process, including a formalevaluation during the spring
semester. Evaluations are based on these responsibilities, which set forthspecific standards for
continuation in the GA position and determine whether a GA is considered toreturn for another year.
Collaboration
● Communicate clearly with students, supervisor, and campus partners throughwritten, verbal and
nonverbal interactions
● Know and effectively utilize available resources, including RLH staff, campuspartners, and
community resources
● Serve as a knowledgeable University and community resource and referresidents as appropriate
● Contribute to the success of the department by addressing individual andgroup needs
● Be available, approachable, and accessible to students and staff
Inclusion & Diversity
● Expand personal knowledge about people with differing values, perspectives,experiences, and
identities
● Address inappropriate, insensitive, or intolerant behavior with sensitivityto the potentially
conflicting needs of the individuals involved in a manner that deescalatestension and conflict
● Promote civility and inclusiveness within the community by treating allindividuals with fairness,
equity, and respect
● Support Multicultural Affairs initiatives related to diversity, equity, andinclusion
● Facilitate conversations among diverse residents to support their learningand development
Resident Centered
● Establish oneself as a leader by developing and maintaining relationshipswith individual
residents through supporting student leaders and students of concern
● Advise student leaders on the coordination and implementation ofprograms/activities that
promote relationship building throughout the floor, building, and campuscommunity
● Support student leaders through regular meetings and staff developmentexercises
● Address community needs through the planning, implementation, attendance, andevaluation of a
variety of programmatic initiatives
● Respond to all questions, inquiries, and conflict/crisis situationsefficiently and effectively
Learning
● Prepare for, actively engage in, and assist with in-person and virtualtraining sessions, area
meetings, staff meetings, one-on-one meetings, Residential Life and Housingmeetings, and
other developmental activities
● Promote academic success outside of the classroom through the support ofacademic initiatives
and programs
● Understand, educate, and reinforce the VCU Student Code of Conduct and RLHpolicies, and
follow up with residents after incidents have occurred
● Understand and follow the protocols set forth in the Gold Book, and thinkcritically about how to
effectively handle a variety of situations
● Support residents’ development of skills related to civility, interpersonaldialogue, and responsible
behaviors
Excellence
● Treat students, guests, and staff with courtesy and respect
● Be punctual and reliable in responding to all administrative and functionalcomponents of the role,
including, but not limited to duty shifts (if applicable), meetings, reports,checking email/voicemail,
addressing facility concerns, and following up on matters of studentsafety/security.
● Oversee complete management (, planning, implementing, budgeting,assessing, etc.) of
assigned initiatives
● Manage multiple competing priorities, including academic, personal, andposition-related
demands
● Demonstrate a positive attitude and commitment toward RLH through initiative,motivation,
flexibility, teamwork, and recognizing and supporting others
● Complete other duties as assigned by my direct supervisor and the ResidentialLife Leadership
Team
In addition to the general responsibilities, uniqueresponsibilities to each of the GA positions are also
listed below.

Graduate Assistant ofResidential Life for Leadership Programs
The Graduate Assistant for Leadership Programs is a live-off graduate studentposition supervised by the
Assistant Director of Residential Life for Leadership Programs. Keycontributions to the department
include providing significant administrative support to the Assistant Director;recruitment, selection, and
training of student leaders for the Residence Hall Association, NationalResidence Hall Honorary, and
RAM CAMP, a leadership program for first-year residents; and other projectsassociated with campus
leadership programs. Time commitments include holding office hours, evening andweekend time with
students at various leadership programs and meetings, and supporting otherdepartmental initiatives.

Graduate Assistant of Residential Life for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Graduate Assistant of Residential Life for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a graduate student live-off
position supervised by the Assistant Director of Residential Life for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Key
contributions to the department include providing significant administrative support to the Assistant
Director; creating and assessing student staff diversity and inclusion training; scheduling programming in
the residence halls; and planning, implementing, and assessing DEI initiatives led by Residential Life and
Housing. Time commitments are generally limited to office hours and administrative tasks, but could
extend into after-hours work such as programming, advising, facilitating training opportunities, or
supporting departmental initiatives.

Graduate Assistant ofResidential Life for Assessment
The Graduate Assistant of Assessment for Residential Life and Housing is agraduate student live-off
position supervised by the Assistant Director of Residential Life and Housingfor Assessment. Key
contributions to the department include:
● Providing significant administrative support to the Assistant Director in theimplementation of
assessment culture and initiatives
● Developing surveys and rubrics using Campus Labs Baseline
● Developing protocols for interviews and focus groups with students and/orstaff
● Assisting with the analysis and interpretation of qualitative andquantitative data as needed
using various tools and software
● Developing data visualizations and reports appropriate for specific audiences
● Assisting with the development and implementation of assessment workshops andtraining for
RLH staff
Time commitments are generally limited to office hours andadministrative tasks, but could extend into
occasional after-hours work such as facilitating focus groups with students andsupporting departmental
initiatives.

Typical Education and Experience

During the GA term, the GA must be a full-time degree-seekinggraduate student at Virginia
Commonwealth University. The GA must remain in good academic standing asdefined by the University
and the academic program in which they are enrolled. The GA must maintain acumulative grade point
average of at least a

Minimum Hiring Standards
 The GA must act under all federal, state, and local laws, andremain in good conduct
standing (not currently on disciplinary probation, deferred suspension, orbanned from any residential
facility) as governed by University and Housing policies. GAs serving as theAssistant Hall Director (AHD)
position are required to live in an on-campus apartment provided by RLH. AGA must demonstrate proficient knowledge of VCU and Residential Life &Housing policies. A GA must also communicate well in group and one-on-onesituations, establish oneself as a leader through positive rapport withdiverse populations, and employ critical thinking skills to solve problems.At the time of application, the GA must be legally authorized to work inthe United States.

Salary Range: 9,416 per semester

Position Details:

Department: DSA/University Housing
Employment Type: G9 - Graduate Assistant 9
Restricted Status: No
FTE: .50
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt