Resident Assistant
Resident assistants (RAs) are an integral part of the University Housing team.
RAs are students first, but must also maintain their status as a para-professional staff member of the university. RAs are directly supervised by a hall director (HD).
The RA serves as the primary contact, educator, community builder and resource for residents within their assigned community and has responsibilities related to engagement, belonging, and crisis response.
RAs are required to reside in their assigned community. The RA position requires someone with good time management, as it is a very independent position. The RA position is a one academic year appointment and involves in-person work.
This position will develop UA Career-Ready skills such as leadership, communication, professionalism, career and self development and
critical thinking.
RA Information Sessions
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Information Sessions will start in October 2026! Check back for more information at a later date.
Employment Information
Length of Employment
Resident assistants are expected to arrive on campus in late July for training before Move-In.
Employment responsibilities conclude after our residence halls close in May.
View current job description (PDF)
Current Benefits (2026–2027)
- Scholarship to cover full cost of room
- Meal plan provided
- Stipend provided each semester
Application Process
For Academic Year RAs
Application Opens October 16
Dates for the 2027-2028 Application
- Application Opens: October 16 at 8 a.m.
- Application Closes: November 30 at 11:59 p.m.
- Interviews: February 3–5
- Offer Letters Sent Out by February 26th
- Staff Orientation: March 11th, 7-9pm
(Opens October 16)