RA Questions?
If you have any questions about the RA position please let us know!
Jimmy KramerAssistant Director for Residence Life
(828)262-8591
raprocess@appstate.edu
The Resident Assistant (RA) is responsible for a floor or living area within a residence hall at Appalachian State University. As the front-line University Housing staff member in the assigned area, the RA is responsible for serving as a mentor and guide to 40-60 residents. The RA is responsible for facilitating a cooperative and considerate community environment. To achieve this goal, the RA is expected to initiate relationships with residents, assist in the facilitation of the residential curriculum, encourage participation in residence hall programs, and inform residents of University and departmental policies. In addition, the RAs assist with the personal and academic concerns of students, mediate interpersonal conflicts, and serve as an information resource for residents.
In order to receive and maintain the RA position candidates must meet the following qualifications from the submission of their application until either the end of their appointment, termination, or resignation from the RA position.
Resident Assistants are compensated with an hourly rate (starting at $11 an hour for new RAs) for each hour worked in the RA Role. Anticipated hours are between 5 and 15 hours per week, but variation occurs based on staff size, meaning the smaller the staff size, the greater number of hours it is anticipated you would work weekly. Payment begins in August and RAs are paid every two weeks ending in May.
RA employment at Appalachian is "employment at will." That is, should you not be satisfactorily completeing your responsibilites, Appalachian may terminate your employment.
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Below is an example of the RA job description, and a video where former staff shared their feelings about the RA role. It is expected that RA training will start at the end of July or beginning of August. Specific dates will be shared with you when/if you are offered the RA position.
If you have any questions about the RA position please let us know!
Jimmy Kramer