Resident Assistant Information

Lead. Support. Build Community.

Resident Assistants (RAs) play a vital role in shaping a safe, inclusive, and engaged residential experience at Ò°»¨ÉçÇø. As a live-in student leader, you’ll help build community, respond to student needs, and develop valuable skills for life after college.

2025–2026 Application Timeline

Date

Step

November -JanuaryRA Info Sessions
JanuaryApplications Opened
Late FebruaryApplications Closed
February-MarchInterviews Conducted
AprilFinal Decisions Sent

Eligibility Requirements

  • Full-time Ò°»¨ÉçÇø student (undergraduate or graduate)
  • Must be at Ò°»¨ÉçÇø for at least one semester
  • Minimum GPA of 2.70
  • Good disciplinary and academic standing

How to Apply

  • Attend an Info-Session
  • Complete the Online Application
  • Submit Resume and Cover Letter
  • Participate in an Interview Process 

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and majors to apply!

RA Responsibilities

As an RA, your role may include:

  • Building Community: Plan events, host meetings, and create a welcoming environment on your floor.
  • Being On-Call: Support residents during overnight or weekend shifts, assist with lockouts, and respond to emergencies.
  • Policy & Safety: Promote and uphold Ò°»¨ÉçÇø policies, write incident reports, and communicate concerns to professional staff.
  • Administrative Tasks: Complete duty logs, report maintenance issues, manage check-ins/check-outs, and maintain bulletin boards.
  • Providing Support: Help residents navigate college life, connect with campus resources, and promote student well-being.

What You Gain

  • Free Housing and Meal Plan
  • Leadership Skills 

Info Session for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027: 

More information will be coming soon!


Contact Us

Gilligan Student Union Building 111
Phone: 201-200-2338
Email: reslife@njcu.edu