Texas State Technical College Harlingen , TX 78551
Posted 2 weeks ago
Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met. If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.
Job Description
The MAARS Residential Advisor is responsible to develop, coordinate and maintain a program within the community, which strives to provide a positive intellectual, emotional and social living environment for students.
The RA is selected on the basis of displaying sensitivity to and interest in people, neutrality, respect for dignity and worth of the individual, open-mindedness on issues, degree of empathy, ability to handle autonomy, make decisions and his/her success within an academic community.
Essential Functions
Employee will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community
Provide support, encouragement and leadership to students participating in the program
Assist Activity Coordinator in facilitating afternoon and weekend activities
Perform routine dorm inspections for cleanliness and safety
Supervise and evaluate assigned students actions
If on shift, accompany students on field trips and provide supervision
Educate residents on the housing policies and procedures
Help to facilitate an environment that allows students to meet their academic and program goals
Building relationships with the residents in the program
Role modeling positive attitudes and behavior
Reports to the MAAR Activity Coordinator and the Center for Science and Math Education Coordinator
Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills
Must have college hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Background in migrant programs preferred
Must live in the dorms for which he/she will be responsible
This job description covers a position in which the percentage of time spent on the essential functions will vary based on the workload and will ultimately be determined by the supervisor.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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