# Resident Assistant

> PeakMade Real Estate · Kennesaw, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-07-14

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Bixby Kennesaw - 211

## Description

Resident Assistants (RAs) are integral to the success of KSU’s Housing and Residence Life by fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive community within the residence halls. The RA supports students’ personal, social, and academic growth through direct engagement, programming, and resource facilitation. RAs play a critical role in supporting students' overall well-being and contributing to a thriving campus environment.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Community Engagement & Student Development**

-   **Community Building**: Facilitate learning and a positive community among residents, actively promoting a safe and comfortable living environment.
-   **Resident Interaction**: Engage regularly with residents through the Residential Engagement Model, understanding their needs and providing guidance to foster a supportive community.
-   **Programming & Activities**: Design and implement activities that align with the department’s learning goals and cater to residents’ needs and feedback.
-   **Resource Connection**: Inform, refer, and connect residents to KSU resources, promoting academic, personal, and social success.

**Crisis Response & Conflict Resolution**

-   **On-Call Duty**: Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours crisis situations, which may include weekends and holidays.
-   **Crisis Management**: Follow established crisis response protocols, including escalating issues to professional staff when necessary.
-   **Conflict Resolution**: Adhere to guidelines for de-escalating, confronting, and documenting incidents, assisting residents in resolving conflicts as needed.

**Inclusivity & Role Modeling**

-   **Promote Inclusivity**: Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all residents, and develop initiatives that reinforce this inclusivity within the community.
-   **Professional Conduct**: Serve as a representative of KSU and the department, modeling respectful, professional, and positive behavior at all times.
-   **Personal Development**: Exhibit time management skills to balance the demands of the RA role with academic and personal commitments, ensuring these do not interfere with performance.

**Accountability & Policy Enforcement**

-   **Policy Adherence**: Uphold the KSU Student Code of Conduct, PeakMade’s Associate Handbook, Housing Contract, and departmental standards, ensuring residents also adhere to the KSU guidelines. 
-   **Resident Accountability**: Address violations of conduct policies within the residence halls, holding residents accountable for their actions while promoting a respectful living environment.

**Administrative Responsibilities**

-   **Record-Keeping**: Complete all required forms, including but not limited to duty logs, floor gathering proposals, owl chat forms, and roommate agreements.
-   **Room & Space Management**: Inspect and assess room conditions during opening and closing periods to maintain a high standard of residential facilities.
-   **Wellness Checks**: Conduct wellness checks as assigned by the Residential Care Team to support resident health and well-being.
-   **University Events**: Support campus-wide events and initiatives, such as Move-In/Move-Out, Weeks of Welcome, Homecoming, Fire Watch, and KSU Athletics, contributing to community-building efforts.

**Training & Development**

-   **Meeting Attendance**: Attend required meetings, including one-on-one check-ins with supervisors, staff meetings, and scheduled training workshops throughout the semester.
-   **Continuous Learning**: Participate in department-led trainings, workshops, and development programs to enhance knowledge and skills related to the RA role.

**Required Qualifications**

-   **Enrollment**: Must be an enrolled student at Kennesaw State University.
-   **Leadership & Communication Skills**: Demonstrated ability to engage and connect with diverse student populations.
-   **Conflict Resolution Skills**: Competency in managing conflict and crisis situations with calm and professionalism.
-   **Time Management**: Ability to balance multiple responsibilities, including academics, the RA role, and personal interests.

**Preferred Qualifications**

-   Previous experience in leadership or community-building roles is advantageous.

**Working Conditions**

RAs must reside in the assigned residence hall and be prepared for irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, as the role requires a commitment to on-call duty and response to after-hours emergencies.

## Apply

[Apply at PeakMade Real Estate](https://apply.workable.com/peak-made/j/DA66763DA1/apply)

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