Student Assistant - Resident Life - Wing Mate-Peer Mentor (Fall 2026)

Student Assistant - Resident Life - Wing Mate-Peer Mentor (Fall 2026) Job

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Location Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryTemporary About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Location Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA Department Information Resident Life Job Summary The Student Assistant will support Resident Life as a Wing Mate-Peer Mentor on the Statesboro Campus beginning Fall 2026. Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. Responsibilities Community and Student Development Serve as a visible, approachable, and supportive presence within the assigned RLC Build meaningful relationships with residents and foster an open community Collaborate with faculty and staff to execute intentional interactions and peer mentorship Refer residents to appropriate academic, wellness, and student support services Encourage academic engagement and co-curricular involvement Support conflict resolution, time management, teamwork, and cultural competency efforts in a peer-to-peer format. Programming and Campus Engagement Support the facilitation of monthly RLC-focused learning events Attend community-based initiatives that align with RLC learning outcomes Promote academic college or program events and services, including curricular-based student organizations Represent the Kennedy Residential College and LLCs at campus-wide recruitment events (e.g., Eagle Preview, SOAR, Open Houses) Communication and Administrative Tasks Attend bi-weekly staff meetings and supervision sessions with the Coordinator and/or Teaching Assistants (TA1s) Serve office hours each week for residents to openly engage and meet Maintain consistent and professional communication with RLC, TA1s, and other stakeholders. Submit weekly reports and updates documenting resident interactions and event outcomes. Utilize platforms such as Constant Contact, StarRez, and Eagle Engage to complete assignments and outreach Training and Leadership Development Attend fall, spring, and ongoing training as scheduled by University Housing Wing Mates will be required to move in early for the start of the academic semester to participate in formal training efforts Participate in leadership development workshops and seminars Engage in regular reflection and goal-setting with supervisors Required training includes topics around upstander intervention, confidentiality and privacy, campus referrals, academic support, Ready Day One, student engagement, and technology. Shift Specifics Up to 10 hours per week Flexible with schedule of availability Shifts available Monday - Friday, 5 PM - 10 PM Scheduled weekends when needed Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience Connected to the academic program associated with our

Residential Learning Communities:

COE COSM CEC Honors College First-Generation college student Proposed Salary Stipend, awarded in the form of 50% of full housing costs and 7 meals per week plan Required Documents to Attach Resume Schedule of Availability Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills