Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with assigned residents
each semester to assess academic, social, and personal
well-being
Respond to student concerns promptly and connect students to
appropriate academic, medical, and/or mental health resources
Facilitate peer-to-peer connections and support networks within
the residential community
Document student interactions and concerns through established
case Collaborate with Student Life and campus staff on student
development initiatives and intervention strategies
Safety & Crisis Response
- Serve as part of an on-call rotation (including after hours and
overnight) for student residences to respond to incidents and
emergencies
- Maintain the safety and well-being of the residential
population through regular community walks and community
presence
- Respond to incidents by following established protocols and
coordinating with campus public safety and other resources when
needed
- Act as primary point of contact for students in residences
during emergencies
- Write accurate and timely incident reports documenting
emergency situations and policy violations
- Conduct post-incident follow-up with affected students and
staff as directed
- Complete routine room inspections to document and address
potential Maintain current knowledge of emergency procedures and
campus safety resources
Community Development & Programming
- Plan, coordinate, and implement diverse student programs,
activities, and excursions that are educational, social, and/or
recreational and enhance the residential experience. Programming
may include evenings and weekends
- Create programming that helps students explore the Bay Area and
develop cultural awareness
- Facilitate community-building activities that foster inclusive
and engaging residential environments
- Responsibly manage programming materials, supplies, and basic
budget allocations
- Assess program effectiveness through participant feedback and
attendance tracking
- Partner with campus departments and local organizations, where
appropriate, to enhance programming opportunities
Community Standards & Policy Enforcement
- Monitor and uphold student behavioral and housing policies and
protocols while maintaining high standards of conduct
- Address policy violations through educational conversations and
appropriate referrals
- Document student conduct concerns and collaborate with
supervisor on resolution strategies
- Serve as a positive role model for community standards and
expectations
- Facilitate conflict resolution between residents when
appropriate
- Assist residents in understanding and navigating university
policies and procedures
Administrative Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day operational needs within Housing &
Residential Life
- Assist with residential opening and closing processes at the
beginning and end of academic terms
- Prepare and submit regular updates to supervisor, as requested,
on student concerns, community issues, and programming
outcomes
- Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development
sessions Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 1-2 years of demonstrated student service experience or higher
education experience in housing, residence life, or student
affairs
- Experience living with or working with high school or
undergraduate students (residence life, student affairs, camp
counselor, or similar role)
- Experience working with sensitive and private information and
maintaining confidentiality
- Sound judgment and analytical skills for problem solving and
decision-making
- Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to
crisis situations
- Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse
environment
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build
relationships with diverse stakeholders (colleagues, campus
partners, students, families, etc.)
- Experience managing, facilitating, and coordinating events for
large groups with enthusiasm and attention to detail
- Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal
communication skills
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and participate in
on-call rotation
- Proficiency with basic office technology and computer systems
(Microsoft 365)
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous residential life or live-in staff experience
- Training in crisis intervention, mental health first aid, or
conflict resolution Experience with case management or student
conduct software (Maxient)
Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands
- Work regularly involves weekend, evening, and overnight
availability, and responsibilities may often extend outside
traditional business hours
- Work may involve exposure to distressing situations requiring
emotional resilience and professional boundaries
- Work often requires flexibility in terms of time, and physical
demands Work often requires walking moderate distances and
climbing/descending stairs regularly
- Work often includes navigating various terrains including
hills, pathways, and outdoor areas in all weather conditions
- Work often involves interruptions and meetings with a variety
of people
- Work occasionally requires sitting for long hours and using
computers
- Work occasionally requires physical exertion such as lifting
heavy objects up to 50 pounds
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
105H
Expected Hiring Range:
$22.85 - $31.42
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Community-Assistant-1_R141192
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