Graduate Resident Assistant

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Our diverse residence hall environments promote learning and personal growth through programs that enable students to acknowledge and appreciate diversity through open dialogue, establish a personal sense of interdependence, and prepare them for responsible service as members of the global community.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The Graduate Resident Assistant (GRA) is a graduate level college student who has the responsibility of leading efforts to build connections with students residing in the residence halls. They work closely with other professional and administrative staff in Residence Life and other departments to establish and uphold an environment that fosters a sense of community through academic excellence, inclusivity, and personal growth opportunities for students. As a member of the Department of Housing & Residence Life, each GRA will uphold the mission statements of FSU and the Department of Housing & Residence Life and ensure compliance with the policies and procedures outlined in the FSU Code of Conduct and the Guide of Residential Living. The GRA plays a vital role in creating an environment where students can develop independence, achieve academic success, and learn to live cooperatively with others.

The GRA will be tasked with various duties such as fostering community, organizing events, managing administrative responsibilities, providing customer service, making student/guest referrals, and assisting in leading community building initiatives. They will act as the primary contact for students and guests within their designated community and the Department of Housing & Residence Life and are expected to display a high level of professionalism. As Graduate level leaders, GRAs are expected to take on a leadership role in their community and among the undergraduate student leaders within their assigned facility. Housing expenses, and a monthly stipend will be provided by the department. GRAs will be responsible for their tuition.

GRAs are required to maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 and must be residing on campus to be eligible for the position.

• GRAs need to be accessible both during weekdays and weekends for on-duty or on-call duties. GRAs should have some availability during both daytime and evening hours.
• GRAs are expected to work during adverse weather, special events (e.g., Homecoming Week, Spirit Week, Spring Break), and holidays.
• GRAs are responsible for sharing duty assignments during periods when residential facilities are open or at reduced operations, which may include the December holidays and other breaks.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Pursuing a master degree in Sociology/Social Work/Leadership/Education/ Business Management/or related field.
• Registered as a full-time Graduate student at Fayetteville State University.
• 2.5 Undergraduate GPA and Required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 during post baccalaureate/graduate school classes
• Familiarity with campus community resources is essential.
• Openness and ability to reside on campus as the primary place of living. On campus assignments for work and living are determined by the Department of Residence Life.

Knowledge skills and abilities:

• Must be available to move on campus and begin training during advertised dates.
• Experience using Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other related software programs to create documents and presentations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate housing student worker experience or experience working as part of student leadership as an undergraduate.
• Group or team leadership skills
• Experience with learning management software (lms) systems.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload all required documents with your application (cover letter, resume, transcript and recommendation letters). Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Notice to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume."

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/27048

Organization

Working at Fayetteville State University

Fayetteville State University (FSU) is a member of the prestigious University of North Carolina System. Situated in southeastern North Carolina, FSU prides itself in being in one of the most diverse cities in the country and neighbor to one of the nation's largest military installations – Fort Bragg.

FSU has a rich history that serves as genesis for its current status as a leading institution of higher learning. A year after the Civil War ended, the Phillips School provided primary education to Fayetteville's black citizens, and the Sumner School provided intermediate education for this population. The two schools were consolidated in 1869 and dedicated in April of that year as the Howard School, in honor of the Freedman's Bureau chief General O.O. Howard. Seven prominent African-American men pooled $136 to purchase two lots for the first building that housed the Howard School. Robert Harris was named the first principal of the Howard School.

In 1877, the Howard School became not just the first public normal school for African Americans in North Carolina but also the first state-sponsored institution for the education of African-American teachers in the South. It was renamed the State Colored Normal School in Fayetteville that year, Fayetteville State Teachers College in 1939, Fayetteville State College in 1963, and Fayetteville State University in 1969.

While FSU's roots are as a teacher education institution, it now offers nearly 70 degrees at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels. Many of the programs are accredited by the top agencies. The university's School of Business and Economics is endorsed by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is one of the most prestigious and rigorous accrediting bodies for business programs in higher education. Currently, less than one-third of U.S. business programs and only 15% of the world's business programs have earned AACSB accreditation. Receipt of this distinguished accreditation provides evidence that FSU's School of Business and Economics has established itself as a leader among business schools. Additionally, the Master of Business Administration program has been cited by U.S. News and World Report and The Princeton Review as one of the best graduate business school programs in the country. The Department of Criminal Justice is accredited by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). FSU's criminal justice program is the only such program in North Carolina to hold ACJS certification.

FSU is rapidly becoming a center for research and technology. In spring 2010, the university, in conjunction with the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, cut the ribbon on the Southeastern North Carolina Regional Microanalytical and Imaging Center. The center is home to the electron microprobe, an advanced imaging tool that magnifies objects up to 300,000 times.

FSU is a partner in the community. The institution has formulated a strong relationship with the local municipality and with civic and social organizations in the area. The institution enjoys its partnership with its military neighbors. In the coming years, as a result of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), Fort Bragg will be home to more than 50,000 soldiers and some of the nation's top military brass. To address their educational needs, FSU has implemented a degree in intelligence studies with plans to offer more academic programs with the military in mind.

Students who come to FSU know they will be learning in a nurturing environment from some of the top scholars in their respective fields. As they matriculate, they know their degrees will prepare them to be 21st century global scholars, change agents, and contributing members of society.