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Resident Advisor/Greek

Residence Manager Application Packet

2011-2012 Academic year

Do the (RA) Thing!!

Thanks for taking the time to consider applying to become a

student staff member with Residence Life!!!

We are very excited that you are considering the possibility of becoming a Resident

Advisor (RA) or Greek Residence Manager (GRM). It is an amazing position on campus,

and is very rewarding.

Please read through this packet carefully and fully. It contains all the information you

need in order to apply for the position. It also contains deadlines and forms that must

be completed and turned in on time in order to be considered for an Interview.

You can also find additional information about residence life and becoming an RA on our

website:

roanoke.edu\reslife

If you have any questions, please contact the RA/GRM Selection Chair, Lindsay Faulstick

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

Resident Advisor Job Description The Resident Advisor (RA) position is essential to the success of the students in the residence hall. The staff in the Residential Life office will be committed to an educational approach in order to provide for the most meaningful experience for our residents. One of the key responsibilities of an RA is that of a community builder. Community Building means getting to know your residents and other staff members, both individually and collectively, by investing time and energy into activities and events that will help facilitate the development of positive and meaningful relationships. The RA will:

be a role model to the College community

work to ensure that each member of the community feels welcome and valued

help residents get to know each other

assist residents who seek information or assistance with academic or personal concerns

be one of many community members who develop activities and educational opportunities for residents

complete one community builder a month, one mission based program a month, in addition to coordinating 3 spontaneous programs each semester.

help develop a sense of community and group responsibility

explain policies and community expectations and respond to violations of these expectations

perform administrative duties (duty coverage, maintenance requests and weekly staff meetings)

other duties as assigned Qualifications to be an RA:

Must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA. Once hired, the RA must maintain a semester GPA of 2.5 or higher during any term of employment; otherwise the RA will be placed on academic job probation.

Lived in a residence hall for at least one semester

Must be in good standing with the College

Prioritize the RA commitment before any other non-academic activities

Should not work more than 10 hours a week in any other Job (unless permission is received from supervisor)

Compensation

Single room at a double room rate

Stipend of $3,010 a year (increases each full year of service)

Fun staff activities at little or no cost to you, past examples include ice skating, pumpkin carving, laser tag etc

Greek Residence Manager

Job Description A Greek Resident Manager is an undergraduate student who is responsible for the up-keep of the fraternity/sorority area in one of the residence halls designated for fraternities/sororities. The GRM serves as a communicator, listener, resource person, administrator and friend. The GRM is a member of the Residence Life Staff which is an extension of the Office of Student Affairs, and is an integral part of its success by receiving suggestions and feedback from students. The Greek Resident Manager is a representative of Roanoke College, and acts as a positive role model for others both on and off campus. The GRM takes on many different responsibilities. He/she will be knowledgeable of the condition of the fraternity/sorority area and maintain an environment conducive to both academic endeavors and community interaction; maintain an appropriate atmosphere and deal with emergencies; assist with the opening and closing of the halls; maintain all room inventory cards and do periodic room checks to ensure the safety of the residents; and above all act as a responsible leader and as a positive role model for all students. How will the position benefit my personal growth? Through training and interaction with other staff, administration, faculty and students, there will be many opportunities for personal growth. The opportunity to develop skills through participation in workshops on communication skills, time management, stress management, assertiveness training, leadership development, etc. enable you to take a closer look at yourself and provide you with the skills to help others in the process. Qualifications

Must have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA.

Once hired, the GRM must maintain a semester GPA of 2.5 or higher during any term of employment; otherwise the GRM will be placed on academic job probation.

Lived in a residence hall for at least one semester.

Must be in good standing with the College

Prioritize the GRM commitment before any other non-academic activities

Should not work more than 10 hours a week in any other Job (unless permission is received from supervisor)

Compensation

Single room at a double room rate

Stipend of $2,010 a year (increases each full year of service)

Fun staff activities at little or no cost to you, past examples include ice skating, pumpkin carving, laser tag etc.

Process and Timeline

Follow these five simple steps to “DO THE (RA) THING”!

1. Attend one of the informational sessions listed below and pick up or print out

this information packet!

2. Submit ALL application materials AT ONCE to the Office of Student Affairs and

Residence Life (includes application, essays, resume, and reference forms)

3. Rank preference for and attend assigned group interview

4. If selected to continue in the process, schedule and attend a formal interview

5. Have a positive attitude and enjoy the experience!!

1/17/2011 Applications Open

1/25/2011

7:00pm

RA/GRM Information Session—Market Street Complex

(Shenandoah Multipurpose Room)

1/25/2011

8:00pm

RA/GRM Information Session—Crawford Hall (First Floor Lounge)

1/27/2011

7:00pm

RA/GRM Information Session—Marion Hall (First Floor Lobby)

1/27/2011

8:00pm

RA/GRM Information Session—Bartlett Hall

(Ground Floor Lounge)

2/1/2011

7:00pm

RA/GRM Information Session—Colket Center (Location TBD)

3/18/2011 Deadline to turn in application materials (submit to the Office of

Student Affairs and Residence Life by 4:30pm)

4/4/2011-

4/5/2011

RA/GRM Group Interviews (you will rank your preference for

group interview time on your application form)

4/7/2011-

4/8/2011

RA/GRM Formal Interviews (you will sign up for a day and time

you want to attend when/if you are offered this second

interview)

4/12/2011 Candidates will be notified of hired/alternate/not hired status via

email

4/13/2011 Position acceptance letters due to Office of Student Affairs no

later than 4:30pm

4/14/2011 RA-Palooza Orientation 7:00pm-9:00pm

Eligibility requirements To be eligible to be hired as an RA or GRM, a student must be a student of

Roanoke College in good academic and judicial standing. A minimum of a 2.0 GPA

at time of hiring must be obtained. Beginning with Spring 2011 grades, each

semester following being hired, a 2.5 GPA must be obtained.

Interviews

Group Interviews

The group interviews will take place on April 4-5, 2011. Applicants should rank

their preference of dates and times on the application form. Group interview

assignments will be sent via email to all applicants on or before Friday, March

25. In this interview, you will participate with other applicants in a group

setting with current RAs, Head RAs, and Area Coordinators. Attire is business

casual. This interview will be evaluated, and eligible candidates will be emailed

following group interviews if they are asked to participate in the second round

formal interview.

Formal Interviews

The formal interview will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis to those

who are invited to continue on in our process. They will be scheduled via email

through Lindsay Faulstick ([email protected]). These will take place on April

7-8, 2011, and are approximately 30 minutes long. A mixture of current RAs,

GRMs, Head RAs, and Area Coordinators may interview you during this time.

You will be asked questions that aid our staff in getting to know you better as

a person, student, and potential RA. Attire is professional.

mailto:[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of being an RA/GRM?

RAs and GRMs have the opportunity to impact other students’ lives in a

positive way, while gaining valuable leadership experience!

RAs and GRMs are paid on a bi-weekly basis. RA yearly salary starts at $3,010

for working the whole academic year. GRM yearly salary starts at $2,510 for

working the whole academic year.

RAs and GRMs are assigned to a single room in one of our residence halls at the

rate of a traditional double room.

I’m currently a freshman. Can I apply?

Of course! Because you will be a sophomore upon beginning the RA/GRM position, you

are eligible to apply. In fact, we encourage it!

Which buildings can I be an RA/GRM in?

We’re currently looking for people to fill all 8 GRM positions for next year, which are

located in the chapter facilities. However, you must be a member of the chapter in

which you are applying to be the GRM.

RA positions may be open in any of our 27 residence halls. Each year, many of our

current RAs graduate, leave to study abroad, etc. On average, we hire around 30 new

RAs each year, and placement is decided based on where we think you would make the

best contribution to the staff and the community you would become a part of!

I was found responsible for a student conduct code violation. Can I still apply?

We believe that past experiences help make the individual who they are today. We

encourage people who have had a past student conduct code violation to think about

how they have learned from this experience, and grown into a role model. However, we

do not hire anyone who is currently on disciplinary or substance abuse probation.

Additionally, if you are found responsible for a student conduct violation during or after

interviewing for a position, you may be removed from the hirable pool of applicants.

If I don’t get hired at first, can I be an alternate?

Each year, we typically keep a pool of alternate candidates in case any RA/GRM

positions become open during the academic year. On average, we end up hiring 2-5

alternates for positions before or during the academic year.

Resident Advisor/Greek Residence Manager Application Form

This page should be typed or printed (legibly!) Please make sure all information

is accurate.

Demographic Information

Name___________________________________________________________________________________

Last Name First Name Middle Initial

RC ID # _____________________________ Current Housing _______________________________

Residence Hall Room #

Position You Are Applying For (Check all that apply) ____RA ____GRM (_____________)

Affiliation

Academic Background

Major___________________________________ Current Class (freshman, etc.) ____________

Units Completed at Roanoke College ________ Expected Graduation Date _______________

Fall Term GPA__________ Cumulative GPA__________

Have you ever been found responsible for an academic integrity violation? _________

Have you ever been found responsible for a student conduct violation? _________

If yes, please

explain__________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

Residence Hall Background

Residence Halls Lived In_________________________________________________________________

Activities

Please list all current extra- and co-curricular activities you participate in, and any

leadership positions held.

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

Please list all additional obligations to which you are committed for the coming

semesters (student teaching, internships, athletic teams, other employment, etc).

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________

Please initial next to each of the following statements, agreeing to them in full.

____I agree to attend RA-Palooza Orientation on April 14, 2011 from 7pm-9pm.

____I agree to hold no other commitments during RA/GRM Training and New Student

Orientation (August 20-31, 2011).

____All information on this application is complete and correct to the best of my

knowledge.

Please rank preferences for group interview sessions on April 4 and 5. Rank in order all

you are available to attend (1=best time).

_____April 4; 1:00pm

_____April 4; 3:00pm

_____April 4; 6:00pm

_____April 5; 1:00pm

_____April 5; 3:00pm

Signature____________________________________________________ Date______________________

Essay Questions

Please respond to all of the following questions honestly and thoroughly on a separate

document, double-spaced. Please limit your answers to no more than four pages.

1. What do you see as the purpose of an RA/GRM?

2. Please describe personal characteristics that you possess that make you well

qualified to serve in an RA or GRM role.

3. What skills or abilities do you possess that would contribute to your performance

as a Residence Life staff member?

4. How do you feel a position as an RA/GRM would enhance your personal growth?

Don’t forget to submit your Résumé!!!

You will need to submit a current resume. Candidates are encouraged to use

Career Services to aid in developing this one page document.

REFERENCE INFORMATION!

Reference forms begin on the next page. You are required to submit three

reference forms. One MUST be from a current HRA, RA or GRM; one MUST be

from a current professor or campus staff member; the other is YOUR CHOICE!

An Area Coordinator may not complete a reference form for you.

Please make sure to have your reference complete the form, and give back to

you in a sealed envelope. You’ll drop off all reference forms with your application

packet. Make sure to give your references plenty of time to complete this task,

and thank them for their work!

Resident advisor/Greek residence manger recommendation form

2011-2012 academic year

_________________________________ has applied for a position as Resident Advisor/Greek Resident

Manager. Please rate the individual on the areas listed below.

Thank you for your assistance in the selection process.

This recommendation is part of an application for employment, separate from my educational

record, and is not subject to personal inspection.

Candidate’s Signature ____________________________________________ Date _________________

How long have you known the applicant?______________________________________

How well do you know him/her?_____________________________________________

Does the applicant have the following skills, abilities, or traits? Some Don't

Please place an “x” in the appropriate category. Always Usually times Never Know 1. Communicates well with individuals

2. Communicates well in groups

3. Relates well to peers

4. Resists peer pressure

5. Lives by high personal and behavioral standards

6. Relates well to adults (faculty, staff, parents)

7. Listens well

8. Upholds confidentiality

9. Exercises power and ability effectively

10. Organizes time well

11. Anticipates, identifies and resolves problems

12. Follows through on tasks

13. Has working knowledge of campus resources

14. Has energy and enthusiasm

15. Is a sensitive and caring person

16. Has patience

17. Is respected by peers

18. Has self-confidence

19. Is open to learning new things

20. Is flexible in approaching and handling situations

21. Shows strong leadership potential

What skills and abilities does the applicant possess that would contribute in his/her performance as

Resident Advisor/Greek Resident Manager? (You may attach additional pages or write on reverse)

Please make any comments regarding the applicant's abilities or characteristics that you think will be helpful in judging whether or not this individual would make a good Resident Advisor/Greek Resident Manager. (You may attach additional pages or write on reverse)

Your overall feeling about this candidate: (choose one) Hire today! I have no reservations about his/her ability to be an effective RA/GRM. Applicant would make a good RA/GRM. Applicant shows potential. I would not hire this applicant.

_____________________________________ ____________________________ __________________ Signature Title Date

***Please return this recommendation form to the applicant in a signed/sealed envelope. The applicant will submit all materials directly to the Office of Student Affairs. Deadline for submission

for applicant is 3/18/2011***


















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