Senior Resident Assistant

Leadership

Administration

Crisis Management

Community Engagement

Staff Mentorship and Development

Although the Senior Resident Assistant ( SRA) position cannot easily be translated into hours worked per day or per week due to the unique nature of the responsibilities, the position requires a genuine personal commitment and a firm understanding of the varying demands of the actual time involved. As such, the SRA must make an effort to maintain both an office and community presence a minimum of 15 hours per week. During such time, the SRA should be completing the following tasks:

The SRA is encouraged to participate in campus life and the Winston-Salem community; however, no commitment should interfere with responsibilities of being a successful student/artist or with the duties and responsibilities of the SRA position. The SRA is required to seek approval from their supervisor and Director of Residential Education before engaging in any additional time commitments outside of the SRA role including, but not limited to, campus leadership positions, additional employment, internships, etc. Some requests may not be honored if it is deemed the additional position requires significant time conflicts and/or is a potential conflict of interest with the SRA position. The College Life team in consultation with Human Resources will determine if an additional position is a conflict of interest. Additional opportunities with extensive time commitments outside of art/academic obligations will have significant impact on the SRA's wellbeing and ability to balance responsibilities within the SRA role. When conflicts arise between SRA responsibilities and non-academic work, SRA responsibilities take priority.

Financial Benefits

Non-Financial Benefits

Resident Assistant employment for the 2025-2026 academic year begins on Friday, August 1, 2025. The Senior RA must return to campus on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 12:00PM. All RAs must be present for in-person training beginning tentatively on Monday, August 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM (Date is subject to be adjusted). Every RA is required to attend all in-person training sessions as well as complete online training after the start of employment and must complete all training assignments by the end of August 2025.

Blackout dates: Your supervisor will provide a list of mandatory (Blackout) dates to the entire RA team. These are dates where you must be in attendance/participation as an RA is mandatory. Some examples of this are: Staff arrival and departure dates for Fall Resident Assistant Training (August), Residence Hall Opening (August), Winter Break Closing (December/January), Winter Resident Assistant Training/Opening (January), Spring Break Inspections (March), and Residence Hall Closing (May). Attendance and participation in these events is required, please communicate with the College Life team before making any travel arrangements.

The Department of Residential Education & Housing cooperates with the campus at large to create a community environment conducive to personal and professional growth. Residential Education staff are available to serve as peer educators, administrators, resource persons, and counselors. Professional maintenance mechanics provide facilities support and maintain rapport with the students. The Team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive community for both a high school and college student population. We advocate for the enrichment of student artists' experiences by promoting self-awareness, providing healthy social opportunities, identifying resources for success, and presenting educational programs focused on developing lifelong skills. We strive to prepare a residential environment that gives all students an opportunity to be innovative, creative, and reach their fullest potential. We commit to proactively and efficiently addressing students' housing needs by creating a safe and healthy living environment. The Residential Education & Housing program at University North Carolina School of the Arts houses approximately 750 high school and college aged students.

The Senior Resident Assistant ( SRA) is a valued member of the College Life team and within the department of Residential Education and Housing who lives in the college residential community. The SRA is trained to provide support for the Resident Assistant team and our residents throughout the academic year. The SRA is responsible for developing and maintaining an atmosphere that promotes UNCSA's residential communities through excellence in arts/academic integration and personal development opportunities for Resident Assistants (RAs) and students. The SRA provides guidance and mentorship to the Resident Assistant team and supports RAs in their efforts to engage artist scholars in various aspects of their residential experience including, but not limited to, self-discovery, community development, intellectual engagement, health and wellness, and citizenship. The SRA assists the RAs with carrying out their duties and responsibilities, building community among the team, and building a sense of community for our residential population. The SRA serves as a liaison between Residential Education and Housing and other campus departments, advocating for the needs of residential students and the Resident Assistant program.

Although the Senior Resident Assistant ( SRA) position cannot easily be translated into hours worked per day or per week due to the unique nature of the responsibilities, the position requires a genuine personal commitment and a firm understanding of the varying demands of the actual time involved. As such, the SRA must make an effort to maintain both an office and community presence a minimum of 15 hours per week. During such time, the SRA should be completing the following tasks:

The SRA is encouraged to participate in campus life and the Winston-Salem community; however, no commitment should interfere with responsibilities of being a successful student/artist or with the duties and responsibilities of the SRA position. The SRA is required to seek approval from their supervisor and Director of Residential Education before engaging in any additional time commitments outside of the SRA role including, but not limited to, campus leadership positions, additional employment, internships, etc. Some requests may not be honored if it is deemed the additional position requires significant time conflicts and/or is a potential conflict of interest with the SRA position. The College Life team in consultation with Human Resources will determine if an additional position is a conflict of interest. Additional opportunities with extensive time commitments outside of art/academic obligations will have significant impact on the SRA's wellbeing and ability to balance responsibilities within the SRA role. When conflicts arise between SRA responsibilities and non-academic work, SRA responsibilities take priority.

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. This is a TEMPORARY position.
The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national guard or veteran status. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu