RA Information Sessions - MANDATORY to Attend One Information Session
March 2, 3, 11, and 12 @ 6:00PM
Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room

There will be four Information Sessions held to provide applicants with information about the selection process and what it takes to be an RA. At each session, we will use a PowerPoint presentation to address the requirements of the RA position and important dates, provide info on how the position may affect your financial aid eligibility, be available to answer your individual questions, and give you the opportunity to ask questions of current RA’s. Information Sessions are MANDATORY. You must attend an info session in order to apply. The Information Sessions will be held on March 2, 3, 11, and 12 @ 6:00PM in the Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room.

RA Application Packet
March 27, 2009
Housing Office

After you have decided if the RA experience is the right one for you, applying for the position is the next step. You will be able to apply on-line. The RA Application will be available after you view the PowerPoint presentation preceding it. You will receive an email confirming the receipt of your application, personal statement and resume. In the email, there will be an attachment of a reference form. Please print it out, have it completed by your references and turn it in to the Housing Office or fax it to the Housing Office by the March 27, 2009 deadline. You will need two references. For your application to be complete, in addition to the items submitted online (1) the RA Application, (2) Your Personal Statement, (3) A Copy of Your Resume, you will need to submit or fax two letters of recommendation to the Housing Office on or before Friday, March 27, 2009 at 12noon to the Housing Office.

Group Process Interviews
April 17, 2009 @ 10am – 1pm OR 2pm – 5pm
Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room

Upon receipt of your RA Application Packet, the Selection Committee will review its contents and perform a grade check to ensure you meet the minimum requirements. The Selection Committee will contact you via email, to inform you of their decision regarding your candidacy. If the Selection Committee is interested in your candidacy, you will be invited to attend a Group Process Interview, which will be attended by other candidates as well. At the Group Process Interview, you will be divided into smaller sub-groups and given activities to complete. Current RA’s and other selected guest evaluators will be assessing you on your ability to work as a group member, and your conflict resolution skills. You must choose one of the dates on which to attend the Group Process Interview. You will be able to sign up at the RA Office to attend the interview of your choice. The interviews will be held on April 17, 2009 @ 10am – 1pm OR 2pm – 5pm in the Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room. No late arrivals will be admitted.

Individual Interviews
April 27 - May 7, 2009
RA Office

The Selection Committee will be reviewing the evaluations you received at the Group Process Interviews. The Selection Committee will contact you via email, to inform you of their decision regarding your candidacy. If they are interested in your continued candidacy, you will be invited to participate in an Individual Interview. You will be able to choose a half hour time block for the interview by calling or visiting the RA Office. The Residential Community Coordinator and two current RA’s will be conducting the interview. During that half hour, you will be asked some questions which will assess your understanding, preparedness and desire for the RA position. At the end of the interview, you will be given an opportunity to ask questions of the interviewers.

Hiring Notifications
May 8, 2009

Letters of notification will be mailed to candidates informing them of whether they are accepted or rejected on Friday, May 8, 2009. Letters will be sent to the campus address or the mailing address listed (if no campus address is available). Candidates who have been hired will be invited to attend the Orientation for the 2009-2010 RA Staff.

Orientation
May 14, 2009
Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room

The RA Staff of 2009-2010 will have the chance to meet each other as well as the current RA staff. They will become acquainted with their co-workers, receive instructions on what to do over the summer in preparation for the position, and they will have dinner together. This event is very important in setting the stage for a successful year and is MANDATORY. The RA Orientation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2009 from 5pm-6pm in the Cypress Hall Multi-Purpose Room.

Additional Dates to Know:

August 1, 2009

CPR and First Aid Certification Completed

August 6, 2009

Returning RA’s Report for Fall Training 2009 at 11am

August 7, 2009

RA’s Report for Fall Training 2009 at 11am

August 19, 2009

Residents Check In

August 20 - 23, 2009

Housing Orientation Week 2009

January 22 - 24, 2010

RA Winter Training

2/20/2008