Resident Advisor

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Resident Advisor.­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ The Resident Advisor (RA) develops, coordinates and maintains a program within the community, which strives to provide a positive intellectual, emotional and social living environment for students. We seek individuals that have the ability to display sensitivity to and interest in people, neutrality, respect for the dignity and worth of the individual, open-mindedness on issues, degree of empathy, ability to handle autonomy, make decisions and his/her success within an academic community. The RA position is a 9 month position (September - June) with the option to work during summer term. This position is eligible for State or Federal Work-Study and for Non-Work Study students. Students must be available to work up to 16 hours per week. The total amount of hours will vary per quarter. To work at the college, you will participate in a movement. We are taking action to intentionally and fearlessly create a college where all feel they belong, all people are represented and respected for their lived experiences, and each has received the recognition and support needed to thrive. Our students, the HEART of Big Bend Community College, and our employees, the SOUL, are the reason for deepening our commitment to this movement. Big Bend Community College's organizational strength is captured in our small yet mighty spirit…a small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision :

To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed . Mission Serve as a Bridge Stand as a Leader Support for Success Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present Big Bend Community College in the community, serve students, AND act upon areas of inequity. Guiding Principles Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity Embrace our Workplace Norms Innovate Proactively Model Integrity Educate All If you share these values, we encourage you to join the movement happening at Big Bend Community College. The primary responsibility of the Resident Advisor is to provide support, encouragement, and leadership to the community. The RA should be available to the residents and empower them to grow and develop as good citizens. The RA helps to facilitate a positive living and academic environment. These attributes are accomplished by the following: Build relationships with the residents in the community. Assist residents in developing relationships with each other. Hold residents accountable for their behavior. Educate residents on the policies and procedures of BBCC Residential Life. Promote student involvement in the campus community, activities, and events. Role model positive attitudes and behaviors. Help to facilitate an environment that allows students to meet their academic goals. Provide opportunities for residents to look at the world from different perspectives. Serve as a resource. Provide helping skills for residents in need. Plan and carry out activities and events as established in BBCC Res Hall programming model. The Resident Advisors are also responsible for the following administrative tasks: Ensure all Residence Hall (RH) policies and rules are adhered to and enforced fairly and equitably. Monitor halls and assist residents. Check-in and check-out of residents. Report to Director of Residence Halls Conduct and lead residence hall floor meetings. Sort, message, and deliver mail to residents. Keep track of resident occupancy and monitor for unregistered guests. Document policy violations. Depending on the number of residents, Summer RAs may be asked to work at the front desk for up to 6 hours a week. Report maintenance and facility concerns and conduct health and safety inspections. Responsible for monitoring the residence halls up to 16 hours a week for safety and security concerns (including other concerns such as alcohol use, illegal drugs or marijuana, acts of violence, or racism/hate crimes). Issue notices for violations of residence halls rules and report all violations to the Director of Residence Hall within 24 hours. Remain in Residence Hall overnight, unless excused by Director of Residence Hall. Open and lock outside building doors, kitchens, and rooms. Design and construct door decorations and residence hall decorations that coordinate with the overall residence hall theme prior to the beginning of each quarter. Responsible for general housekeeping items such as emptying garbage containers, sorting recyclables, and distributing furniture and furnishings to rooms. Meet with Director Residence Hall daily if issues arise, attend all staff meetings, and scheduled one on ones. Complete other duties as assigned by Director of Residence Hall At the time of application, candidates must possess the following: A minimum of two quarters or semesters of on-campus living at a college or university. Be enrolled in 10 or more credits for Fall Quarter 2026 and be in good academic standing. Residents Advisors are required to live in the community for which they are responsible. Possess a high level of maturity and must be responsible and trustworthy. Successfully complete the CSS 108 Student Leadership Course taught Spring Quarter. Interested students shall complete the BBCC online application. Students may also upload a current resume if they have one available. Big Bend Community College reserves the right not to fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the college's discretion. This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and modified, at any time, without notice. If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-524-5627.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, postsecondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions. Prior to employment, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, Big Bend Community College, 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2026 or via email at . In compliance with state and federal regulations, the college is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with the college's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the of the college's website. A printed copy of the policy and procedure is available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT

Big Bend Community College strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three-year period, and other information are available on the of the college's website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials, please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.