RLHO Graduate Assistant - Housing Operations

Skip to Main Content Cardinal Talent Toggle navigation RLHO Graduate Assistant - Housing Operations Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Position Title RLHO Graduate Assistant - Housing Operations Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The RLHO Graduate Assistant is considered essential personnel and works under the supervision of the Residence Life & Housing Operations (RLHO) full-time staff to support students and student staff by providing a holistic, high-quality residential living experience. Expectations include ability to recruit, train, and mentor student staff on community policies, operational procedures, crisis response, and professional development. The RLHO Graduate Assistant reports to the Associate Director of Residence Life & Housing Operations As a 12-month live-in leadership member, the GA-Housing Operations is primarily responsible for overseeing maintenance and aesthetics of the residential community at UIW, managing occupancy, and assisting with large scale departmental operations events (in conjunction with full-time staff). Essential Functions Participate in (i) recruitment, training, and mentorship of Resident Assistants and Office Assistants. (ii) residential move-in, transfer, and move-out processes, (iii) advertising & promoting residential culture, and (iv) on-call crisis response rotation. GA-Housing Operations Oversee comprehensive reports regarding office visits, maintenance, key inventory, routine unit inspections, etc. Respond to emails received in departmental inbox and return phone calls pertaining to housing Coordinate inventory of department supply closets and ensure organization Assist with managing maintenance of departmental golf carts Assist with preparing budget reconciliation for departmental purchase cards Assist with marketing the residential experience with tours, materials, and project initiatives Serve on a weekday/weekend/holiday on-call rotation Other duties including, but not limited to: routine department processes, data entry & review into employee databases, weekly staff meetings, fire drills and safety inspections, department software initiatives & committees, and office duties as assigned Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products; Adobe Creative Suite Excellent communication, leadership, time management, and organizational skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently of direct supervision; Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures; Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA. Required Education Current UIW graduate student or enrolled in a UIW graduate program by start of employment. Required Work Experience No experience necessary. Preferred Qualifications Residence Life or Housing experience. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations Valid Texas driver's license with the ability to be insured through UIW's vehicle insurance carrier. Work Hours Part-Time, 20 hours a week. Some weekend and evening hours. Physical Demands Ability to drive a golf cart; Ability to lift up to 15lbs for table set-up/tear-down at events; Ability to reach overhead, bend, and squat to retrieve event materials; Ability to push/pull event carts holding up to 60lbs; Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time; Ability to access all floors in the residence halls with or without elevators; Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage potential and current students, as well as attend meetings on and off campus. Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number

STU1570PO

Number of Vacancies 1 Job Type Part Time Job Category Students Desired Start Date 07/01/2026 Multi-Hire Pool No Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Associate Director of Residence Life and Housing Operations Salary $5k stipend per semester distributed in 10 installments each semester Open Date 05/04/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).