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University of Florida

Community Assistant, Graduate & Family Housing

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.

$43,250 / year median in Florida

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB NO:
540659
WORK TYPE:
Student Ast
LOCATION
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES
Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Student Services
DEPARTMENT
07000000 - DIVISION-HOUSING
CLASSIFICATION TITLE
STU
AST CLERICAL & ADMIN CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Be enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review. Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment and be available for 20-hours per week. This position is open to all students and requires them to live on campus as a resident in the Village they serve.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Community Assistant within Housing and Residence Life team is responsible for: Enhancing and maintain a sense of shared community in the designated residential area by facilitating intentional interactions, social activities, and other opportunities for residents and their families to interact with each other Assisting residents in the assigned residential area acting as a referral agent to available resources, services, and facilities on campus Planning and implement social, educational and recreational programs collaborating with university partners as needed Serving as the first point of contact for current or prospective residents, families, and community members providing information on campus resources and resolving questions or concerns Assisting in conflict resolution among residents by educating residents about housing policies and the conduct process Fostering a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures Serve as a model of responsible behavior to assist residents throughout their UF student experience Creating a residential environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages residents to utilize departmental and campus resources
EXPECTED SALARY
$11,100.00 stipend for a 12-month appointment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
This position is required to live on campus as a resident in the Village they serve Enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment Be available for 20-hours per week
PREFERRED
Individuals committed to facilitating interaction among students, faculty, and staff representative of UF's vibrant community Successful candidates will have a minimum one semester experience at the University of Florida in Gainesville Demonstrated experience with customer service Ability to critically analyze situations and actively problem solve Ability to work well within a team and with individuals to build positive relationships Demonstrated dependability, attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written communication)
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Must submit a resume and cover letter with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus Completion of the application provides permission to access GPA and conduct record for conditions of employment needs Application must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED
No
ADVERTISED
22 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
04 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time