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Requisition ID:  117186

Resident Assistant

All staff members are expected to adhere to the CTY Standards of Employee Conduct; contribute positively to the site’s living and learning community; ensure students’ physical and emotional safety; uphold the CTY Student Code of Conduct and enforce site rules; and perform reasonable job duties, even if not part of the job description, as assigned by their supervisors.


We are seeking a Resident Assistant (RA) who will be responsible for the supervision, safety, and well-being of students. The RA helps create a community where students can succeed socially and academically. The RA informs students of CTY rules and expectations and works to ensure that these guidelines are followed. While students are in class, RA commitments include attending daily meetings, planning and preparing student activities and events, and assisting with any program needs that arise. The RA is also responsible for conducting the daily and weekend activities and events for students.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities


Supervision

  • RAs are supervised by the program manager of the CTY Scholars Program.


Work Schedule and Physical Requirements

  • RAs work from Saturday, July 26th to Wednesday, July 30th. RA working hours include the morning meeting time, accompanying students to/from meals and activities, and additional time for planning and preparation of activities. The position also requires RAs serve as primary point of contact at night. Personal time will vary daily. Because RAs have responsibilities during the day as well as in the evening, RAs may not take classes or hold second jobs while they are employed by CTY.
  • RAs are required to travel and navigate a college/school campus with or without accommodations. This may include traversing some long distances across campus. Some lifting and moving may be required.
  • Additional job responsibilities of the RA (there may be other duties as assigned)


Before Arriving at the Site

  • Familiarize yourself with the CTY Scholars Program and any other materials shared with you.
  • Carefully read the Resident Assistant Handbook.
  • Complete trainings, background checks, health forms, immunization records, and other items required by JHU, CTY, the host institution, or state/local regulations.
  • Check in with the program manager if questions arise.
  • Access and familiarize yourself with CTY’s designated communication and digital file storage systems. Links, training, and login information for these systems will be provided during the onboarding process.


Before the Students Arrive

  • Arrive at the site on the date specified in your employment agreement in order to attend a training/orientation program prior to the arrival of students. Bring a cell phone, laptop, etc. to use during your employment. Upon arrival, actively and appropriately participate in the training/orientation.
  • Prepare for arrival of students—inspect student rooms, design and prepare bulletin boards, and prepare name tags for students’ doors.
  • Work closely with your students’ educational advisors and program manager to communicate expectations and discuss processes such as handoffs and supervision during meals.


Opening Day through Closing Day

  • Greet and assist families and students on the opening and closing day of the session and help with the student airport shuttle as needed.
  • Actively supervise students at all times when they are not in class.
  • Act as a positive role model in both attitude and behavior.
  • Maintain order in the residence hall.
  • Be on call 24 hours a day.
  • See that students keep to the schedule of classes, activities, meals, lights out, etc.
  • Attend daily staff meetings held by the program manager.
  • Under the supervision of the program manager, plan and implement the daily recreational program which consists of approximately two periods of varied evening activities Sunday through Tuesday.
  • Conduct hall meetings each evening to inform students of upcoming events and to continue to support their success at CTY.
  • Consult regularly with your students’ instructor(s) about the academic, social, and emotional welfare of your students.
  • Provide students with a supportive environment. Direct them to the program manager as needed.
  • Advise program manager of any student behavioral, medical, emotional, or academic problems a student may be having as soon as you are aware of the problem.
  • Assist in ensuring the health and safety of all students by following site medical protocols covered in orientation and written materials. As requested by supervisors, assist with health office logistics such as escorting students to/from the office or filing paperwork. Help with urgent medical situations, which may require accompanying students to the ER or to off-campus clinics. Assist with adherence to COVID protocols. Adhere to all requirements associated with being a mandated reporter.
  • Handle student behavioral issues according to guidelines established by the site administration.
  • Complete a Concern/Incident/Medical Report to document a student’s illness, injury, misconduct, or social or emotional issues.
  • Fulfill the responsibilities to the host college relating to the departure of students: ensure that rooms and halls are clean; all student keys, meal cards, and library books are returned; and any furniture moved during the session is returned to its original location. Report any damages to the program manager.
  • Submit a Clery Act exit survey, including providing any follow-up information as requested by JHU Campus Safety and Security.


After Students Depart

  • Assist with the packing of supplies.
  • Ensure that any equipment borrowed or rented during the session for RA or student activities is returned in good repair.
  • Depart the site with the permission of the program manager.
  • Provide the program manager for your site with an address, telephone number, and email address where you can be reached during the upcoming academic year for occasional consultation, if necessary.


Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
  • One (1) year of relevant experience or working with children.

 

 

Classified Title: Resident Assistant 
Role/Level/Range: ATO 40/E/03/OD  
Starting Salary Range: $16.20 - $28.80 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Limited 
Schedule: Saturday-Wednesday, 7am-10pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​CTY Strategic Prog. and Partnerships  
Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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