Summer Academic Residential Assistant

Job Details

About Fitchburg State University:

Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals.

Institutional Diversity and Social Justice

Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.

Job Description:

The UB/UBMS Summer Academy is an immersive residential program designed to prepare first-generation and low-income high school students for college and careers in Professional/STEM fields. Students participate in rigorous academic coursework, hands-on STEM activities, and college-readiness workshops while residing on a college campus.

We are looking for motivated and compassionate Academic Residential Assistants (ARAs) to provide leadership, support, and supervision to students during the summer academy. RAs are essential in creating a positive, structured, and safe residential environment for students while also encouraging academic and personal growth.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor a cohort of students in a residential setting.
• Enforce program rules, safety procedures, and residence hall policies.
• Plan and lead evening activities, including team-building exercises and recreational events.
• Encourage student participation in both academic and extracurricular activities.
• Serve as a role model, encouraging student participation and positive behavior.
• Conduct nightly check-ins and address student concerns.
• Collaborate with program staff and provide support for special events.
• Respond to student emergencies and communicate concerns to program leadership.
• Maintain regular communication with program staff, faculty, and students.
• Address student concerns or conflicts and escalate issues to appropriate staff as necessary.
• Attend all staff meetings and maintain required records.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 years old and completed at least two years of college.
• Passion for working with disadvantaged populations
• Prior experience working with youth in an educational, mentoring, or residential setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both team and independent settings.
• Required to live on campus when the program is in session.
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a CORI and SORI check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual ability is a plus
• Valid driver's license and willingness to drive a 15 passenger van is a plus.

Additional Information:

Additional Info:

• Salary: $4,000
• Room & board provided (approximate value: $2,680)
• CPR, emergency management, and other training provided
• Overnight position available if preferred

Tentative Summer Schedule:

• Program Dates: June 18 - August 8th (residency required)
• Closed Friday, July 3, 2026

Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and be prepared to enter name/contact information for three professional references.

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