RLHO Graduate Assistant - Residential Experience

RLHO Graduate Assistant - Residential Experience University of the Incarnate Word, United States about 9 hours ago

Location:

San Antonio, TEXAS

Job Type:

PartTime

Deadline:

; Position Details Position Information Position Title RLHO Graduate Assistant - Residential Experience 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. As a 12-month live-in leadership member, the GA-Residential Experience is primarily responsible for recognition efforts, departmental marketing and media, and assessing the residential experience Essential Functions Participate in (i) recruitment, training, and mentorship of Resident Assistants and Office Assistants. (ii) residential move-in, room change, and move-out processes, (iii) advertising & promoting residential culture, and (iv) on-call crisis response rotation. GA-Residential Experience Review and assess resident engagement markets to include 1:1 RA to Resident conversations (Cardinal Connects), daily duty report reviews, and resident engagement data. Develop and manage department marketing to include official housing marketing, social media (TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook) and large scale programming advertisements. Assist with department recognition and growth programs such as Of the Month awards, Cardinal Resident Council, and planning the annual Recognition Week. Document the residential experience by capturing photos and videos at various events and experiences. 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; Canva; social media. 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. Physical Demands 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.