Resident Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Notre Dame of Maryland University

Compensation: Free single room and food*

*Compensation will no longer include food in the 2027-28 academic year

Reports to:  Colette Lewis, Director of Housing and Residence Life AND/OR Designee

Terms: While any employment is “at will”, hiring will normally take place on an annual basis, and compensation will be reviewed at least annually. These guidelines are non-binding and do not create a contract or obligation. Application may be varied at the university’s sole discretion.

Job Summary:

The Resident Advisor (RA) is a student staff member within Housing and Residence Life who plays a critical role in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaged living environment for residents. The RA is responsible for the development and implementation of programs and activities that support the academic, personal, and social growth of residents. Additionally, the RA is responsible for maintaining a secure and well-maintained living environment, resolving conflicts, and enforcing housing policies.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce housing policies
• Respond to emergency situations
• Collaborate with other RAs and professional staff members to ensure the overall success of the residence community
• Participate in bi-weekly departmental meetings
• Serve in an on-call and duty rotation (including winter and all holiday breaks)
• Assist in the opening and closing of the residence halls
• Submit maintenance requests on behalf of residents
• Provide support, mentorship, and guidance to residents
• Mediate roommate conflicts and other community issues
• Maintain a secure living environment by conducting room checks and responding to incidents in the residence halls
• Attend mandatory 2 weeklong professional development held prior to the beginning of the Fall semester (Move-in August 16, 2026)
• Attend mandatory shortened professional development held prior to the beginning of the Spring Semester
• Meet 1:1 with a Housing and Residence Life and/or designee 
• Develop and implement programs and activities that promote a positive and inclusive community environment
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Requirements:

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the university
• Prior experience in community development, conflict resolution, or a related field is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed
• Maintain a GPA of at least 2.50

This is a live-in position, and the RA will be required to reside in the residence hall for the academic year. 

“Additional Information:

Notre Dame of Maryland University does not discriminate in offering equal access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin or ancestry, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression) or veteran status or any other characteristic protected in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University’s non-discrimination policy: Greg FitzGerald, Title IX/504/ADA Coordinator, Notre Dame of Maryland University, 4701 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210, View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

For all other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or View email address on ziprecruiter.com. Notre Dame of Maryland University is an EEO employer.”