We are excited that you are considering applying to be a member of the Resident Assistant staff! These positions are some of the most important, influential and rewarding leadership opportunities available to students.
The decision to become a Resident Assistant is not one that should be made lightly. It is a demanding, challenging and rewarding one! The Resident Assistant position is an opportunity for you to make your mark as a leader, ally and role model for students at Miami University. As a department, we have high expectations for our Resident Assistants because they must abide by all of the terms of employment listed in the next several pages. Please consider your commitment carefully as you begin this process.
In order to fulfill the expectations and job responsibilities listed in this application, you must recognize that this job should be your primary out-of-class obligation.
General Infomation
The Application New Applicants (non-current RA)
Applications must include a completed online application and two electronic references. One reference must be from a current (or past) staff member of the Office of Residence Life. References may not be a member of the applicant's family.
The application is one complete webpage where you press 'preview' at the bottom. On the second page you will review your applicaton and press 'save' at the bottom. This is the only way that you have submitted your application. Once your application is saved your references will recieve an email to complete a reference form. These two references (one from a current or past Office of Residence Life staff member) need to be submitted by the deadline to be considered for application review and interviews.
Please read the Frequently Asked Questions document if you have questions or issues with the application.
Returning Applicants To be considered for the position for the following year, current RAs will receive information regarding reapplying. The due date of materials is December 1, 2011 (unless applying for Heritage Commons or studying abroad 2012).
Interviews Interviews for 2012-2013 will be 2 one hour interviews hosted by a Professional Staff member and at least one additional person. If selected to be interviewed you will be contacted during the designated time listed below.
Communication Throughout the application process, the Office of Residence Life will be in contact with you via your university email account. It is vital that you check your email frequently and reply to messages you receive regarding the Resident Assistant selection process. Should you have any questions, please contact Jamie Workman , Coordinator of Residence Life.
Watch the videos below. These should answer many questions you may have.
General Information about the resident assistant position
Our first video will tell you about your multiple processes and how to apply
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Our second video will show you the roles, responsibilities and qualification to being a resident assistant
Video 2:
We will be holding only 1 information session, specifically for those interested in applying for a position within the Heritage Commons apartments
Sunday, October 23, 2011
7:00pm-8:15pm
Heritage Commons Community Room
This session is open to any applicant, however it will focus on Heritage Commons as well as RAs who plan to study abroad in Spring 2012
Living Learning Community (LLC) Fair
The LLC Fair is a time for RA canidates to interact with current staff and LLC stakeholders from Miami's 28 LLCs. Its a chance for you to learn more aout these unique communitites. The LLC Fair wil take place on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Location: Heritage Room, Shriver Center.
We will also be holding information sessions here for any questions you may have or to connect with current resident assistants.
Application Timeline for Heritage Commons
Fall 2012-Spring 2013 Applicants are applying for a full-year position. Place 'Heritage Commons' as your first choice LLC within the application
Saturday, October 1, 2011
RA Position 2012-2013 RA Applications Available
Friday, November 11, 2011
RA Position 2012-2013 Applications Due; including both references
November 21-28, 2011
RA Candidate Interviews Extended
November 30-December 7, 2011
Heritage Commons RA Candidate Interviews
(both new Candidates and current RAs/returners)
January 10, 2012
2-4pm
Heritage Commons RA Decision Letter
Pick-Up - 211 Warfield Hall
January 17, 2012
Offer Letter Acceptances Returned to 211 Warfield Hall
Fax: (513) 529-1846 Heritage Commons contracts must be signed prior to official confirmation of the position.
Heritage Commons Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to sign a Heritage Commons contract to apply for a Heritage Commons RA position?No, but you do have to be willing to sign a Heritage Commons contract if hired.
What if I have already signed a Heritage Commons contract for the 2012-2013 academic year?If you have already signed a Heritage Commons contract for the 2012-2013 academic year, the Office of Residence Life cannot get you out of the contract. That means you can only apply and be hired for a Heritage Commons position.
If I have not signed a Heritage Commons contract and do not get hired for Heritage Commons, can I still be placed in another residence hall? Yes. If you have not signed a Heritage Commons contract and are not hired in Heritage Commons, you will be asked in the letter your receive after the interview process if you would like to continue in the residence hall process to possibly be hired in another residence hall on campus.
If I am studying abroad one semester during the 2012-2013 academic year, can I apply for a Heritage Commons RA position? No. The only reason a student can be released from a Heritage Commons contract is because of graduation. Therefore if you are studying abroad one semester, you would still be responsible for paying all room fees.
Will I be able to select roommates if hired in Heritage Commons?Yes. If hired in Heritage Commons there will be a deadline for you to inform the current Apartment Director of the roommates (up to three) you would like to be placed with.
Application Timeline for Fall 2012-Spring 2013 RA Positions Candidates who will not be studying abroad Spring 2012 or aplying for a Heritage Commoms position
Saturday, October 1, 2011
RA Position 2012-2013 Applications Available
Thursday, December 1, 2011
RA Position 2012-2013 Applications Due; including both references Current RA Applications Due
December 2, 2011 - January 13, 2012
RA Applications Reviewed
January 16-18, 2012
RA Interview Offers Extended
January 19-January 31, 2012
New and Returning RA Applicants:
RA Applicants Interviews
(Interviews will be conducted in hall,
in Adviser Offices)
December 2011 and January 2012
GPA Checks and Judicial Records Review Conducted
February 28, 2012
2-5pm
RA Decision Letter Pick-Up - 211 Warfield Hall
March 13, 2012, 4pm
Offer Letter Acceptances Returned to 211 Warfield Hall
Fax: (513) 529-1846
REFERENCES Upon submitting your application your listed references will receive a email that includes a link. The references should follow this link to fill out a reference form for you. This should be completed by the date of your application's due date! Failure to have both references, including one from the Office of Residence Life, will result in an incomplete application packet. This will not allow you to proceed in the review or interview processes.
It is suggested you are in contact with your references prior to placing them within your application and afterwards to guarantee they complete and submit the form.
