The Resident Assistant (RA) position is a unique leadership opportunity granted to a select group of students each year and is vital to the success of both the Residence Life program and the individual residential student experience. This role requires maturity, strong leadership abilities, and a consistent record of academic achievement. As employees of Residence Life, RAs contribute to the mission of Central Connecticut State University by supporting a curricular approach to learning in the residence halls. Through intentional engagement, RAs help foster student development by emphasizing academic success, interpersonal skills, wellness, self-awareness, and societal impact, while also connecting residents to campus resources.
Position Highlights:
- Skill Development: Resident Assistants gain experience in the following areas, that employers across fields are looking for post-graduation:
- Leadership, Time Management, Interpersonal Communication, Formal Writing, Crisis Response, Event Planning, and Budgeting
- Compensation: Resident Assistants are provided with a waiver for their assigned single room and chosen meal plan, in addition to a $600 stipend per semester.
- RAs may also receive a 10% discount at the bookstore and priority registration for classes after 1 semester of employment.
The Resident Assistant position is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills in the above-mentioned categories. For more information regarding the role, please review the job description found below.
Resident Assistant Job Description
Thank you for your interest in the Resident Assistant position. If you are interested in applying, please attend a formal information session to receive an application.
Formal Information Session Dates:
| Monday, November 10 at 7:00pm | Student Center, Blue & White Room |
| Monday, November 10 at 7:30pm | Student Center, Blue & White Room |
| Wednesday, November 12 at 1:30pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
| Wednesday, November 12 at 2:00pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
| Monday, November 17 at 7:00pm | Student Center, Blue & White Room |
| Monday, November 17 at 7:30pm | Student Center, Blue & White Room |
| Tuesday, November 18 at 1:30pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
| Tuesday, November 18 at 2:00pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
| Wednesday, December 3 at 1:30pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
| Wednesday, December 3 at 2:00pm | Student Center, Clocktower Room |
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For more information, please contact:
Jaedyn Stanescki
Chair of Student Employment Committee Task Force
Office of Residence Life
860.832.3452
jstanescki@ccsu.edu