The Resident Advisor (RA) position is one of the most challenging and fulfilling commitments you can assume as a college student. You will have the opportunity to interact with others and change lives, learn time management skills, expand your awareness of our on-campus community, and enrich your experience here at Ohio State ATI. Through these opportunities, you will receive a broad-based, skill-building experience. Resident Advisors need to possess maturity, responsibility, strong communication skills, leadership, and sensitivity to a diverse and inclusive population.
Informational packets will be available at the upcoming information sessions, including:
- Academic standards and minimum qualifications guide
- Roles and responsibilities of the RA
- Terms of employment
- Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Application for employment
- 3 reference forms (1 reference must be a current Residence Life staff member)
The Ohio State University and the Office of Student Life is committed to creating a positive and developmental experience centered around the core values of community, learning, wellness, and inclusion for all students living in the Applewood Village. We are pleased that you are considering this opportunity!
INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS:
- Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 8:30 p.m. via Zoom (see meeting info below).
- Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. via Zoom (see meeting info below).
There will be an opportunity to meet members of the current village staff and have your questions answered.
2021 - 2022 ACADEMIC YEAR RA STAFF HIRING TIMELINE
| November 2, 2020 | Applications become available for the 2021 - 2022 |
| November 9, 2020 | ATI recruitment campaign begins |
| November 19, 2020 at 8:30 pm | RA Information Session #1 via Zoom Meeting ID: 962 3014 6390 Passcode: RESLIFE |
| December 2, 2020 at 12:30 pm | RA Information Session #2 via Zoom Meeting ID: 980 2381 0372 Passcode: RESLIFE |
| January 17, 2021 by 11:59 pm | Applications due |
| January 18 - 22, 2021 | Applications scored |
| January 22, 2021 | References due |
| January 25, 2021 | Interviews offered |
| January 26 - 28, 2021 | Interview sign-ups |
| February 1 - 4, 2021 | Interviews |
| February 5, 2021 | Invitations to participate in RA Seminar |
| Week of February 8 | RA Seminar begins |
| March 25, 2021 | RA Seminar ends |
| March 26, 2021 | Position offers are extended |
| March 30, 2021 | Offer acceptance deadline |
| April 2, 2021 | Hiring decisions sent to Columbus |
IMPORTANT LINKS
Application (Visit "JOBS" section on the left panel. Click "Regional Paraprofessional Staff (RA/RM) 2021 - 2022").
You may check with our office at any time to see if you are missing any of the required materials. References will be accepted through January 22, 2021.
Information Packet (currently available at informational sessions)
Further questions? Contact an Applewood Village senior staff member:
Mick Steiner
Housing Coordinator
(330) 287-7504
steiner.255@osu.edu
Caitlin Blake
Apartments Manager
(330) 287-7504
blake.429@osu.edu