Community Assistant, Graduate & Family Housing

STU AST CLERICAL & ADMIN

• Be enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of 
  employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review. Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment and be available for 20-hours per week. 
• This position is open to all students and requires them to live on campus as a resident in the Village they serve.

The Community Assistant within Housing and Residence Life team is responsible for:

• Enhancing and maintain a sense of shared community in the designated residential area by facilitating intentional interactions, social activities, and other opportunities for residents and their families to interact with each other 
• Assisting residents in the assigned residential area acting as a referral agent to available resources, services, and facilities on campus 
• Planning and implement social, educational and recreational programs collaborating with university partners as needed 
• Serving as the first point of contact for current or prospective residents, families, and community members providing information on campus resources and resolving questions or concerns  
• Assisting in conflict resolution among residents by educating residents about housing policies and the conduct process 
• Fostering a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures 
• Serve as a model of responsible behavior to assist residents throughout their UF student experience  
• Creating a residential environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages residents to utilize departmental and campus resources 

$11,100.00 stipend for a 12-month appointment

• This position is required to live on campus as a resident in the Village they serve
• Enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of 
  employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review
• Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment
• Be available for 20-hours per week

• Individuals committed to facilitating interaction among students, faculty, and staff representative of UF’s vibrant community 
• Successful candidates will have a minimum one semester experience at the University of Florida in Gainesville 
• Demonstrated experience with customer service 
• Ability to critically analyze situations and actively problem solve 
• Ability to work well within a team and with individuals to build positive relationships 
• Demonstrated dependability, attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism 
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written communication) 

• Must submit a resume and cover letter with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus
• Completion of the application provides permission to access GPA and conduct record for conditions of employment needs
• Application must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.