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Resident Assistant Recruitment Process Overview

Learn about the UG and PG recruitment timelines, position requirements, duties, and commitments for Resident Assistants at the University of Edinburgh. Understand the role, responsibilities, and application process. Be part of a dynamic team supporting student life on campus.

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Resident Assistant Recruitment Process Overview

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  1. 2012-2013 Resident Assistant Recruitment and Selection Process (Presentation Pt 2)

  2. UG Recruitment Timeline 16 January 7 Feb; 9 Feb; 13 Feb; 14 Feb 17 February 20 – 24 February 24 February 27 February-9 March 19 March UG Applications are available online Mandatory Information Sessions UG Applications due no later than 5:00 p.m. GMT Application is evaluated. Invites for interviews emailed Interviews Decision emails sent

  3. PG Recruitment Timeline 16 Jan 27 April 30 April – 4 May 4 May 7 – 18 May 22 May PG Applications are available online PG Applications due no later than 5:00 p.m. GMT Application is evaluated Email inviting qualified candidates to interview Interview Decision emails sent

  4. Overview of the Positions

  5. Resident Assistant (RA) The Resident Assistant • Each RA will be responsible for approximately ~40 students • Fulfil ‘on-call’ duties for the whole site where appropriate. • Duties include office hours, site mobile & after-hours response, peer mentoring, crisis management, and event planning

  6. Position RequirementsFor All Positions • Be a fully matriculated student in good academic standing at the University of Edinburgh • Good disciplinary standing within Accommodation Services. • Must have lived in shared university accommodation at the university level, preferably at the University of Edinburgh. • Be available for a full lease contract (9 months UG; 12 months PG) • Return to the University approximately 1 week before CUW to begin Training (tentatively 31 August 2012) • For UG posts, return by on the Friday before CUW in January 2013

  7. Understanding the RA Post • Time Commitment • The position is the principle non-academic activity • All staff are required to return to the accommodation at the beginning of Sept • 30 hours per month • After hiring, discuss outside jobs and significant time commitments with your line manager.

  8. Understanding the RA Post • Training/Induction • Attend all training sessions and in-services • Role model • Serve as a role model following all policies and procedures as outlined by Accommodation Services and the University • Professionalism is extremely important!

  9. Understanding the RA Post • Teamwork • Work collaboratively with supervisor and other staff to meet the needs of students • Event Committee expectations • Administration • Complete various reports (including those related to event planning and timesheets) • Assist in Check-in & Welcome of students • Site meetings

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