Students at FPU Only: Resident Assistant (RA) AY 26-27 at Franklin Pierce University

Rindge, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Building, Peer Mentoring, Policy Enforcement, Inclusion Advocacy, Crisis Management, Conflict Resolution, Empathetic Listening, Communication, Critical Thinking, Leadership

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Position Overview: The Resident Assistant (RA) position is a vital undergraduate student leadership role within the Office of Residence Life & Community Standards – Division of Student Affairs, at Franklin Pierce University (FPU). RAs serve as community builders, peer mentors, policy enforcers, inclusion champions, and campus resources, ensuring that residential students feel safe, supported, and engaged. Through authentic one-on-one and community connections, proactive problem-solving, and inclusive leadership, RAs directly influence campus culture by fostering a living environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and personally. RAs develop skills that are highly transferable to future leadership opportunities, internships, and professional careers. They gain experience in communication, empathetic listening, inclusive leadership, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and crisis management—all while making a meaningful impact on their peers and the broader FPU community. Position Requirements Enrollment: Must be a full-time undergraduate student (minimum of 12 credit hours) at Franklin Pierce University. Academic Standing: Must have a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 2.5, verified by an unofficial transcript. Good Conduct Standing: Must be in good disciplinary standing with the university and free of disciplinary probation. Residential and On Campus Resource Navigation Experience: Must have lived in university housing for at least one semester at Franklin Pierce University before employment. Compensation: Resident Assistants are provided housing, free of charge, during their time within the position through a housing scholarship. Note: If an RA leaves the position early and/or is terminated from their position, the housing cost is then prorated for the time that they were actively within the role. Special Notes: Resume, Cover Letter, and References are required Must be able to work nights and weekends Full Job Description will be provided **Students with a Federal Work Study are encouraged to apply!**

Responsibilities

RAs serve as community builders and peer mentors, ensuring that residential students feel safe, supported, and engaged. They influence campus culture by fostering a living environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and personally.