Community Assistant - Graduate & Family Housing

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Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Student Services
Department:07000000 - DIVISION-HOUSING

Classification Title:

STU AST CLERICAL & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:
  • Be enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review. Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment and be available for 20-hours per week.
  • This position is open to all students and requires them to live on-campus as a resident in the Village they serve.
Job Description:

The Community Assistant within the Housing and Residence Life team is responsible for:

  • Enhancing and maintain a sense of shared community in the designated residential area by facilitating intentional interactions, social activities, and other opportunities for residents and their families to interact with each other 
  • Assisting residents in the assigned residential area acting as a referral agent to available resources, services, and facilities on campus 
  • Planning and implement social, educational and recreational programs collaborating with university partners as needed 
  • Serving as the first point of contact for current or prospective residents, families, and community members providing information on campus resources and resolving questions or concerns  
  • Assisting in conflict resolution among residents by educating residents about housing policies and the conduct process 
  • Fostering a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures 
  • Serve as a model of responsible behavior to assist residents throughout their UF student experience  
  • Creating a residential environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages residents to utilize departmental and campus resources 
Expected Salary:

$11,100.00 stipend for a 12-month appointment

Required Qualifications:
  • This position is required to live on-campus as a resident in the Village they serve
  • Enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of 
    employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review
  • Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment
  • Be available for 20-hours per week
Preferred:
  • Individuals committed to facilitating interaction among students, faculty, and staff representative of UF’s vibrant community 
  • Successful candidates will have a minimum one semester experience at the University of Florida in Gainesville 
  • Demonstrated experience with customer service 
  • Ability to critically analyze situations and actively problem solve 
  • Ability to work well within a team and with individuals to build positive relationships 
  • Demonstrated dependability, attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written communication) 
Special Instructions to Applicants:
  • Must submit a resume and cover letter with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus
  • Completion of the application provides permission to access GPA and conduct record for conditions of employment needs
  • Application must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required: No

 

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