I chose activities that I have observed before in a traditional group process setting so that I could more accurately compare the differences. Candidates are interviewed by staff members of the Office of Residence Life and Housing. endobj 12 0 obj % <>>> POSITION DESCRIPTIONS AND HIRING PAPERWORK, RA Expectations Signature Sheet and Accountability Chart. There are two sessions each week. Class time is TBD, and will be announced to new RA hires later this semester, Professional Development opportunities (conference attendance, training, etc), Communication Strategies and Development (through connections with faculty, staff, and students), Current Students Termination of Housing Agreement, ELEV Rotunda & Conference Room Reservations. 5 0 obj endobj The group would enter the room and find a packet of activities ready for them. Why are these experiences and activities important? work through activities that will show their ability to work collaboratively, . x We have tried to make this process as transparent as possible, but you may still have <> hiring paperwork, talk about Fall Training and meet the rest of the team that were This is the first step in the process and all interested applicants are required to attend a session and sign in. x nH@ l Dress is 32 0 obj objectives. This person may be an Area Coordinator or Residence Director or any type ofResident Assistant. endobj The RA position is a job. Candidates will be interviewed by current Residential Life staff and will be asked to respond to questions related to your skills, experience, and the RA position. The Department of ResidenceLife is searching for committed qualified RAs for our community. endstream individual interview and group presentations. During Group Process interviews, you will be led through a series of interactive activities by experienced facilitators. Part Two Written By: Stacy Oliver, Assistant Director of Housing and Residential Life, Indiana University South Bend, @StacyLOliver. <> The RA remuneration can impact your ability to maintain your work study position or other aid that you receive. What steps have It requires the person to be truly dedicated to making living in the Residence Halls a positive experience for others. endobj These are all in editable PowerPoints. a group. In addition, all parts of the application must be completed and submitted timely. Solstice Shenanigans- In this activity participants play a Clue-like game to determine the what, who, when and why of a crime. <> Wednesday, Jan 25, 2023 | 4 p.m., Simms Center room 231. Complete applications and all recommendation forms are due at 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 6. The first task was to detail the RA selection process, specifically the group process. Should you have further questions or need additional information, please contactthe RA Selection Committee at reslife@valpo.edu. The ideal setup would be to remove the facilitator and specific time limits from group process. or to change a situation for the better. What kind of community might I work best in. Applicants are also asked to provide contact information (name and email address). - In this activity participants have hypothetically wrecked on the moon. Over my ten year tenure, I saw the selection process drop the second formal . 15 0 obj The 2022-2023 RA job description is available online here. RA APPLICATION PROCEDURE The procedure of applying for the RA position consists of three parts: 1. endobj The process also includes a Group Process day, with planned activities focused on assessing a student's potential to be an RA. For example, 4th Year Pharmacy (P4) students would not be eligible for the RA position. It is important for RAs to be willing to develop the interpersonal skills necessary for working with a wide variety of people. Individual interviews will take place from Thursday, February 9 Wednesday, February 15, 2023. One must be a current member of the Residence Life staff with the Department ofResidence Life at SUNY Geneseo. x][s6~xfuSsIfg+=D%);?>t7 ^,Ujb[lt7_w} {={o~g=XJ+hZJ(u9{ZV)*BOE|_}Z"MF~)HoXSOI_zM%jxZ|@EnB?"aUwY]un4V*@'Uw!y/K^rgcPkfX>!KGZgJYIzI %%EOF 17 0 obj Your information will never be shared or sold to a 3rd party. The course provides new staff members with a forum in which to discuss their role as Residence Life team members,to learn about the RA role, to share their ongoing experiences as RAs, and to expand their knowledge on diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, wellbeing, and engagement. Staff from the Office of Residence Life will be facilitating these activities This collection of activities provides a selection of vetted exercises that will assist instructors and students in developing group cohesion, thoughtful engagement, and reflective responses to challenging material. x1 Om_ The group spent the bulk of their remaining time discussing and debating. %PDF-1.6 % C A_; There are priority deadlines for applicants in order to go through the full process. Working closely with full-time Area Coordinators (ACs), the RA is responsible for the overall supervision of a residence hall floor or apartment community of approximately 25-50 residents. During Group Process interviews, you will be led through a series of interactive activities by experienced facilitators. endobj RA Selection Timeline for 2023-2024 Academic Year HEAD RESIDENT ASSISTANT In addition to their RA duties, Head Resident Assistants are responsible for the administration, coordination, supervision and evaluation of RAs assigned to his/her building (s), as well as the oversight of residence hall programs and activities. The other reference(s) may be from any professional with whom you have worked, by whom you been mentored, or who may provide particular insight on your abilities and character. Once in Data VU, log into your Housing Self Service. RAs help build community within the residence halls by planning social activities and events, fostering relationships with residents, and encouraging campus involvement. The residence hall experience is a crucial aspect of college life, especially for incoming students. . <> 19 0 obj These are not actual interview questions. If not, wear an outfit that increases the confidence you have gained through preparation. My thought is that this may be tied to the structure of the program and that there is a facilitator. The priority deadline for applying is February, The RA Class is an opportunity to get further acquainted with the Office of Residence Life and Housing, meet your fellow staff members for the next year, and complete paperwork pertaining to employment. We had nine candidates participating in group process. 4 0 obj Below you will find the timeline of events related to the application process and selection process. Contact carol.bosack@wilkes.edu to get access to the Colonel Career Clothes Closet for gently-used, fresh and in-style endobj Unfortunately student teaching and other full-time internships are not permitted while serving as an RA. Questions about RA Group Process Workshop . The only benefit of these types of group interview activities are to screen out the "show-off's" and those who hide in a corner. It is to your advantage to attend each of the workshops you are signed up for, as this gives us more opportunities to assess your abilities as a leader and a team member, which is to the benefit of your candidacy in the selection process. GROUP PROCESS ACTIVITIES These are activities that can be used in the "group process" of RA selection. So I started to think about removing the structure of the the program, particularly time limits and facilitation. They can also be used as Teambuilders or to exercise other skills. The Accountability Chart is not set-in-stone and every RA job action incident is reviewed on it's own merit. This activity can be used to examine critical thinking, communication, and reaching consensus. Having worked with training and selection of student staff for six years, Im always looking for ways to update processes. What is your attitude toward the RA position, the benefits of residence hall living, and helping students? 3 0 obj Clean and wrinkle-free clothing is essential. While the benefits of free housing and meal stipend are certainly a perk, those students who are only applying for this reason are encouraged to think again. How would you handle this aspect of the job? This will most likely mean that you will not be eligible to be selected. - This document consists of two parts: general RA expectations for all RAs on campus. To Mikes point of wondering if the group would interact more candidly, I believe that they did. It is recommended that users open an incognito window (Google Chrome) or a private Not be involved in any academic experiences that would take candidates away from campus The candidates allowed time to individually review the biographies. <> Copyright 2023 Drexel University. endstream username and password. It has stretched me. Group process is another formal part of the selection process and is mandatory for you to attend if you wish to be considered for the RA position. Google Form Application:https://tinyurl.com/RA23-24 The deadline to complete all RA application materials isSunday, December 19, 2021 at 11:59 pm. To provide instructors with a variety of activities that can be used at any point during the term. I was introduced to this exercise by Idonas Hughes, Student Conduct Administrator at California State University at Monterey Bay. endobj Instead, we both hoped for a more organic look at the communication and collaboration process of these student leaders. 2023 semesters (schedule below). . enter our alternate RA pool, or if we cannot offer them a position at that time. academic year. 499 0 obj <>stream Once all applications have been received and basic eligibility has been verified, Interested candidates must register for a session via Zoom no later than 48 hours prior to the start of the session. Don't have an activity just to have an activity. <> See more ideas about team builders, team building, team building games. Morning sessions will last between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. <>>> a. Candidates will be informed, via their official Wilkes University email accounts, de4ce:0Sfva`0ahO0lf8 zgA:@ |0 all candidates to be themselves and have fun. A stipend will be paid in the amount of $1200 per semester (semesters 1-2) or $1300 per semester (semesters 3+) unless otherwise noted in your appointment letter. The RA signs these expectations and a copy is kept in their employment file. The application consists of biographical information and asks for one professional reference. Every RA is going to handle conflict a little bit differently. can I direct them? This activity easily could have taken the entire 40 minutes allotted to the group [and nearly did!]. They need to determine which supplies they are going to take with them on their 200-mile journey to the mother ship. Should a candidate be invited to participate in the individual interview, candidates are interviewed on an individual basis by a panel of current Residential Learning Coordinators. RA Application Due: Friday, February 4; RA Group Process Workshop Series: February 14. . The Resident Assistant application never closes. questions. No. This room will be provided during the length of your employment. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 45 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 1>> Group Process interviews are essentially an experiential interview. I never told them that the facilitator was removed from the activities, but during the course of the discussion, I asked what would have made the activities either. Outline 20 frames Reader view Intro-Self Meet the Boss Bosses that were RAs Wesley Snipes Adam Sandler Chyna from WWF Mike Ditka Sheryl Crow Hilary Clinton Resident Directors at Snow College Your BOSS! Challenges in large courses include: ensuring all voices are heard, facilitating group discussions, creating a more communal classroom, and involving students in the processing of information through active learning. During this interview, candidates will be asked a variety of questions assessing their knowledge of the Resident Assistant position and the skills and abilities each candidate possesses. However, there are some traits are going to be more prominent than others, depending on the activity. endobj Candidates that will be student teaching during the 2023-2024 academic year must be stream ET . Please tell us about a time that you used your cultural competence to resolve an issue The RA position tends to attract a large number of applicants. Resident Assistant selection rubric: The following rubric should be used to evaluate candidates for the resident assistant position. <> Once you have submitted the application, you will want to begin preparing for the Candidates in the Alternate Pool will be notified via phone and e-mail if they are offered a position. Research has shown that promoting active learning (engaging students in the learning process) can lead to greater student outcomes and taking the time for these kinds of activities can create a more inclusive, welcoming space. The RA position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Drexel community and impact the lives of students who live in your hall. endstream endobj 465 0 obj <. New RA Selection Process New RA Selection Process Below is information about the selection process for New Resident Assistants. This activity can be used to examine critical thinking, supporting one's ideas, and reaching consensus. Your appearance should be polished. Read the job description on the Residential Life website so that you are very familiar with the position and its requirements. The purpose of the group interview is to give the candidates an opportunity to work in small groups to complete structured interactive activities with other candidates. Candidates will be evaluated based on their application materials, participation in the RA selection process, and compatibility with the department's mission and goals. Below you will find the timeline of events related to the application process and selection process. You may want to write those in a Word document and paste them into the application endobj You would be removed from our candidate pool. Do they rush to complete activities or work to make sure everyone is heard? Room Selection For Current Students: Academic Information Session: 7:00 pm in Harre Unions Ballroom B, Information Session: 7:00 pm in Guild-Memorials TV Lounge, Information Session: 8:30 pm in Beacons Main Lounge, Information Session: 7:00 pm in Wehrenbergs Ground Floor Lobby, Information Session: 7:00 pm in Brandts First Floor TV Lounge, Information Session: 8:30 pm in Alumnis TV Lounge, Information Session: 7:00 pm in Lankenaus First Floor Lounge, RA Application due by 5:00 pm, My Housing Self Service Online Application and Google Application, Thursday, Feb 9 Wednesday, Feb 15, 2023, Resident Assistant Interviews with Residential Learning Coordinators, RA decisions finalized; notification letters sent, Employment Agreements to accept RA offers due by 5 pm to the Office of Residential Life, Harre Union, Suite 230. The packet would explain that you have "x" amount of time to complete the enclosed activities. Leave a reply. You will complete the Resident Assistant Position Description Review and General Information Application in your Student Self-Service. After the teambuilding activity ended, they were handed a packet with two activities and told that they had 40 minutes to complete both and all candidates must participate in both activities. 43 0 obj There is a formal process for RA selection that takes place mainly during the winter term of the academic year. While you should still be clean and presentable, jeans, sweaters, sweatshirts, and sneakers, etc. No, only full-time students are eligible for the RA position. Training lasts approximately two weeks and covers a variety of information. Learn more about the Resident Assistant position. 10 0 obj It was quickly evident that a group process activity such as the Chocolate River - designed to observe and evaluate a candidate's communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills - if done virtually, was going to look extremely different. endstream The Alternate Pool is for those candidates for the Resident Assistant position who are qualified and have the skills to be a Resident Assistant, but we, unfortunately, do not have a position available at the time. Group process is a time where we are able to observe you interacting with other candidates. In these sessions, we will discuss the position, review requirements, visit the job Alternate Pool candidates are eligible for hire until the next RA Selection Process. While the information sessions are not a mandatory part of the selection process, we highly encourage prospective candidates to take advantage of this opportunity. If you have questions about the RA position, please contact our Human Resources office at drlhr@umd.edu or (301) 314-5111. 487 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<3693D4FC542DFA47BA50B03FA9927AD8>]/Index[464 36]/Info 463 0 R/Length 113/Prev 222327/Root 465 0 R/Size 500/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream We saw the need to observe the candidate for more than 20 minutes and the group activities gave us insight into a candidate's interpersonal skills, work ethic, and understanding of the role. This portion of the process gives insight into teamwork, leadership, and critical thinking as current RLCs observe the small groups. All applicants must be present for RA Selection weekend commitments: These days are essential to providing a fair and consistent process to all candidates. endobj "Group process" is fading in popularity for a variety of reasons, but if your department uses this process, consider these activities. Information Sessions will take place on the following dates via zoom: One Information Session will be held in-person in the Colonnade Room of the UC, The Zoom meeting ID for all sessions is: 816 9923 2039. start. The selection process is designed to help applicants get to know new people, learn about themselves, and gain important skills. A study on retention in science, engineering, and math from CRLT found that it is vital to be strategic in organizing and using teams in your classroom. endstream Transfer students who have experience at another institution would remain eligible The Accountability Chart is not set-in-stone and every RA job action incident is reviewed on it's own merit. Position Descriptions and Hiring Paperwork, RA Interview Questions and Evaluation Sheets. endobj endstream endobj startxref Through the role, I have learned how to adhere and represent a policy that I do not necessarily believe in. The second part is an Accountability Chart that details common job performance issues and the typical job action taken. Information Sessions are meet and greet informational meetings that any student interested in applying to be a Resident Assistant can attend. All sessions will take place virtually. The Department of ResidenceLife recommends that all RA applicants contact the Financial Aid Office to determine the effect that accepting an RA position will have on their financial aid package. All rights reserved. Completing the application is essential to move forward in the RA Selection Process. Use three adjectives to describe yourself! View and apply for the RA position by visiting careers.umw.edu and clicking Student Employment. You will be able to search for the application on that page. These sessions are listed below: Candidates who are interested in applying for the RA position should access the online All candidates are required to provide a minimum of two references on the application. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/Pattern<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>>
