Returning Resident Advisor (Student)

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61238

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Columbia

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Part-Time

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MU Housing, a department within the Division of Student Affairs, provides a world-class housing experience by engaging students within an innovative and educational environment that supports best on-campus housing practices and promotes student success.

This application is intended ONLY for current Resident Advisors (RA). Current RAs must submit an updated HR application in order to be considered for a returner RA position in the 2026-2027 academic year.

All RA applicants (current staff and new applicants) must sign a housing contract at https://housing.missouri.edu/renew.

Current RAs who return for the 2026-2027 academic year will be assigned an RA housing assignment in late spring/early June. You will not select a room preference in the housing portal.

Job Description

RAs are focused on building community within the residence halls. RAs serve as mentors and leaders within the halls by having a robust knowledge of the University of Missouri and MU Housing. RAs will connect residents to leadership, service, and involvement opportunities on campus.

As agents of the University, RAs are part of a team that strives to support and know their residents, while also creating a strong sense of belonging within the halls and on campus. RAs serve as ambassadors for MU Housing, the Division of Student Affairs, and Mizzou and must serve as positive members of the university community while in their positions.

RAs are a presence in the halls. They are responsible for setting and role modeling expectations on their respective floors by abiding by and enforcing MU Housing and University guidelines and procedures. RAs help create a positive community in the hall by managing conflict between roommates and residents. They also have a thorough understanding of emergency protocols and the opening and closing procedures.

RAs are expected to be a positive brand ambassador for MU Housing by communicating the benefits of living in the halls, while also promoting employment opportunities within the department. RAs assist with contracting in their position; this may include, but is not limited to, tabling, working, and planning hall events and having conversations with residents about living with MU Housing.

MU Housing is a 365/24/7 operation, and RA presence is required in order to provide exceptional services and experiences for our residents. RAs may be required to complete tasks in the residence halls during scheduled academic breaks and university closures.

RAs are required to arrive early in August to participate in annual RA training, Mizzou Move-In, and Welcome Week activities. They are also required to stay late in December and May to assist with closing hall operations for the semester and academic year.

Essential Functions

Resident Advisors will perform some or all the duties listed below and may be assigned to operate in one or more service areas or functions.

Community Development and Sense of Belonging

• Spend time on the floor to build community within their respective floors, halls, and neighborhood by making residents feel welcome.
• Support and know the residents living on their floor and in their building.
• Build relationships with their residents by getting to know who they are and establishing how they can mentor them.
• Be a presence in the halls by spending time in common areas and being social.
• Plan and attend events within the hall/neighborhood and support programs and initiatives put on by MU Housing, Student Affairs, and Mizzou.
• Maintain extensive knowledge about the University of Missouri, academic programs, and involvement opportunities on campus.
• Connect residents to leadership, service, involvement, and employment opportunities on campus and within the department.
• Support the academic mission of the University by fostering an integrative learning environment through the facilitation of programming.
• Collaborate with campus partners and programs to support already existing events and initiatives. Support relationships across campus to avoid duplicating efforts.
• Act as a leader on the floor and within the respective hall.
• Manage and mediate conflict between residents and roommates.

On-Call, Operational, and Administrative Responsibilities

• Provide operational and administrative support for the residence hall.
• Serve in the overnight on-call rotation, as assigned, while accommodating class schedules and responding to situations as they arise.
• Understand and carry out emergency procedures and crisis response.
• Understand, abide by and enforce policies and procedures for MU Housing.
• Be responsible for the cleanliness of communal spaces and, potentially, incidents involving bodily fluids.

Required Attendance and Participation

RAs are expected and required to arrive to and depart campus, as well as participate in, the following in accordance with the dates outlined below:

• August 7 - 9, 2026: RA Move-In Weekend

• August 9 - 15, 2026: RA August Training

• Anticipate required participation between 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily

• August 15, 2026: Early Arrivals Move-In

• Anticipate required participation between 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

• August 15 - 18, 2026: Move-In Preparation

• August 19 - 20, 2026: Mizzou Move-In

• Anticipate required participation between 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

• December 21, 2026: Winter Recess

• Anticipate departure after 10 a.m.

• January 14, 2027: RA Winter Training Check-In

• Arrive by 8 p.m.

• January 14 - 17, 2027: RA Winter Training

• Anticipate required participation between 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

• May 17, 2027: End of Year Hall Closing

• Anticipate departure after 10 a.m.

ALL DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

• Attend weekly RA staff meetings
• Attend one-on-one meetings as scheduled by the supervisor
• Attend RA and other training and activities as required by MU Housing
• These include, but are not limited to, Orientation, August RA Training, Mizzou Move-In (Early Arrival, First Years, and Returning Students), Winter Break Move-Out, January RA Training, and Academic Year Move-Out/Hall Closures.

Training is a mandatory part of your appointment and failure to attend training may result in appointment action up to and including termination from the appointment. Having previously completed training does not exempt you from further training.

Additional Responsibilities

• Act as situationally critical staff and follow instructions for dealing with situations that impact the residence halls.
• Receive training on a wide variety of MU programs and offerings and appropriate delivery methods.
• Attend and participate in periodic RA meetings and all training sessions scheduled by the supervisor and MU Housing.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities is expected in order to serve and maintain our departmental and Student Affairs mission.

Shift

The RA role requires on average a commitment of 20 hours per week; however, hours may vary based on department needs

This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule

Minimum Qualifications

• To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri during the term of the housing contract and RA appointment.
• Enrollment in the summer session is not required if the student was enrolled in the Spring semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester.
• Selection is contingent upon successful results of an Office of Institutional Equity and Office of Student Accountability & Support check and review by the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.
• Applicants must be in good standing with MU Housing and the University.
• Have a current, active appointment as an RA.
• Maintain a 2.75 minimum semester and cumulative GPA.

Preferred Qualifications

Lived in MU Housing for 2 semesters prior to the start of the appointment

• Primary consideration will be given to applicants with a 3.2 GPA or above
• Excellent relationship-building skills and a passion for helping others feel connected to campus
• Enthusiasm for involvement, Residential Life, Student Affairs, and Mizzou
• Enjoyment in being a leader
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Good time-management skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Good communication skills
• Sense of commitment to the department
• Ability to work with a variety of people
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment and knowledge of/on IDE
• Able to manage and mediate conflict in a variety of situations
• Ability to function in a team setting where they will have to collaborate with others to plan events, accomplish hall operations and administrative tasks, and support residents
• Passion for educating others informally and formally
• Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of residents

Anticipated Hiring Range

Compensation includes a single residence hall room and a top-tier dining meal plan for the term of the appointment. RAs are required to maintain 100% occupancy in their university-provided room, suite, and/or apartment. The university housing assignment is decided at the discretion of MU Housing.

Application Materials

Complete application, and upload the following: résumé, class schedule, cover letter, and 3 or more references which must include at least 1 MU supervisor (if applicable). Please provide your MU e-mail address in the contact information section of the application.

Benefit Eligibility

This is a student position and is not eligible for University benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.