Community Assistant, Graduate & Family Housing

Community Assistant

The Community Assistant within Housing and Residence Life team is responsible for enhancing and maintaining a sense of shared community in the designated residential area by facilitating intentional interactions, social activities, and other opportunities for residents and their families to interact with each other. Assisting residents in the assigned residential area acting as a referral agent to available resources, services, and facilities on campus. Planning and implementing social, educational and recreational programs collaborating with university partners as needed. Serving as the first point of contact for current or prospective residents, families, and community members providing information on campus resources and resolving questions or concerns. Assisting in conflict resolution among residents by educating residents about housing policies and the conduct process. Fostering a culture of continuous care by serving in an on-call role and supporting our students through effective emergency management procedures. Serve as a model of responsible behavior to assist residents throughout their UF student experience. Creating a residential environment that fosters a sense of belonging and encourages residents to utilize departmental and campus resources.

Expected Salary: $11,100.00 stipend for a 12-month appointment

This position is required to live on campus as a resident in the Village they serve. Enrolled as a full-time student in good standing as defined by the University at the time of employment which includes a successful conduct/honor code review. Maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA the semester prior to employment and be available for 20-hours per week.

Individuals committed to facilitating interaction among students, faculty, and staff representative of UF's vibrant community. Successful candidates will have a minimum one semester experience at the University of Florida in Gainesville. Demonstrated experience with customer service. Ability to critically analyze situations and actively problem solve. Ability to work well within a team and with individuals to build positive relationships. Demonstrated dependability, attention to detail, timeliness, and professionalism. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written communication).

Must submit a resume and cover letter with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus. Completion of the application provides permission to access GPA and conduct record for conditions of employment needs. Application must be submitted by 11:55p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.