Position Introduction:

Resident Advisors are responsible for assisting the Headington Hall Administration in developing, coordinating, and maintaining a positive intellectual, emotional, and social living environment for students.

Student Staff members are selected based on sensitivity to and interest in people, objectivity, and respect for the worth and dignity of the individual, open-mindedness on issues that may arise, degree of empathy, the ability to handle autonomy and make decisions; sensitivity to privileged information; and his/her success within the academic community. Resident Advisers are role models. The main responsibility of a Resident Advisor is to provide support, encouragement, and leadership to his/her community. They should be available to their residents/community and empower them to grow and develop as good citizens. Student Staff help to establish a positive living/learning environment. Student Staff members are also required to live in the community for which he/she is responsible.

Resident Advisors must be aware of each resident's individual academic achievement through on-going contact, know who may have academic/career difficulty, and have knowledge of available resources for academic assistance.

Resident Advisors are responsible for the social development of residents within their individual floors as well as throughout the community. They will also be responsible for hall programming that will fulfill the four pillars of the university experience: Social, Academic, Volunteerism, and Diversity.

Advisors will encourage students to take personal responsibility for establishing and implementing a community that is conducive to academic achievement (quiet hours, acceptance of members, visitation regulations, etc.) and takes appropriate action when needed.

Student Staff members are also required to live in the community for which he/she is responsible; work collaboratively with Faculty-in-Residence and other academic resources; follows NCAA Compliance guidelines regarding student athletes; and comply with University's Academic Integrity Policies.

Required Education and Experience:

Must be currently enrolled in the Spring 2027 and Fall 2027 term as a student at the University of Oklahoma.

Hiring is contingent upon verification of current student status.

• Must attach Spring 2027 and Fall 2027 class schedule if you already have one.
• Must have and maintain a 2.7 GPA.

Requirments:

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holiday
• Must have lived on campus at least two semesters
• Must be enrolled or have passed an RA class

Required Certifications and Licenses:

None

Department Preferences:

None