Community Development Assistant (CDA)

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director and the Area Coordinator and the supervision of member of the Residence Education senior staff, the Community Development Assistant is a student position that plays an integral role in the function of the department of Residence Life and Student Housing (RLSH).

As RLSH aims to foster inclusive, community-based environments consciously designed to enhance educational, social, and personal growth for residents, the Community Development Assistant helps to create conditions within the apartment style residence halls that allow a diverse student population to live and learn in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills, be familiar with concepts of community building, and have a team-minded approach. CDAs will work approximately 10-20 hours per week throughout the academic year.

Position Responsibilities
Position responsibilities are guided by the department's 4 values: Quality, Community, Learning, and Caring.

Quality

1. Attend all staff meetings and seminars at 7:00 PM every Tuesday and training workshops prior to each semester
2. Participate in annual trainings and attend in-person trainings at the start of the semesters as assigned
3. Complete all paperwork for various job components in accordance with corresponding deadlines such as program proposals and evaluations, space reservation requests, risk management forms, timecards, and others as assigned
4. Communicate and meet weekly or bi-weekly with their supervisor

Community

1. Assist with departmental and university projects as assigned including but not limited to check in and check out activities, Res-Hall-A-Daze welcome back programming, Lobo Reclaim, Safety Walk, Hanging of the Greens, and others as assigned
2. Work hours in the Hokona Cellar as assigned including checking out and logging returns of Cellar equipment supervising the space, helping to maintain the cleanliness of the workspace, or other tasks as assigned
3. Be an active and integral member of the residence hall community and work with the Coordinator for Leadership and Programming and/or other residence life staff to develop a positive healthy community in their assigned area
4. Support and participate in the building and success of Community Association through regular meeting and program attendance, helping with CA Programs as directed, and encouraging residents to get involved
5. Build community within the residence halls by establishing rapport with residents, assisting with assigned Community Association projects, and other similar tasks as assigned

Learning

1. Plan and participate in residence hall programming to meet the needs of the residents and to promote learning outside of the classroom based on the department's programming model
2. Plan and implement social programs based on resident's needs and interests to promote outside of the classroom learning
3. Evaluate program execution, to ensure continual improvement in programming throughout the year
   Collaborate and actively participate as a member of the Residence Education staff team

Caring

1. Serve as a resource person in assisting resident generated programs
2. Maintain awareness of campus and residence hall protocols to make appropriate referrals for student questions or concerns
3. Inform supervisor of inappropriate resident behavior and concerns within the community, and consult with supervisory staff as required
4. Demonstrate good judgement and consistency in interactions with residents and staff, be dependable, caring, and responsible

Term & Conditions of Appointment/Reappointment

1. The period of employment is for the entire academic year, including additional time for training at the beginning of each semester
2. CDAs may return to their position for additional academic year appointments; reappointments are not automatic but based on job performance and the outlined application process
3. Other compensated student employment on campus is permitted up to 20 hours per week; external employment off campus is not permitted
4. Discuss all external commitments (student organizations, Fraternity/Sorority involvement, volunteer positions, etc.) with supervisor prior to the start of the semester

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Maintain enrollment as a full-time student in a degree granting program at the University of New Mexico.
2. Earn and maintain at least a 2.5 semester and cumulative GPA.
3. Be in at least the second semester of enrollment at UNM at the beginning of employment.
4. Be available to the fill the position for the full academic year.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Live within Residence Life & Student Housing or previous experiences living on a college campus.
2. Prior work or leadership experience relevant to the position responsibilities.

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.