Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Residence Life Graduate Assistant on the Dahlonega campus. This is a 10-month live-in staff position. The Graduate Assistant will assist the Office of Housing and Residence Life with special projects, residence hall management, community development, and new initiatives. The successful applicant should be currently enrolled or plan to enroll in a graduate program at UNG by the Fall 2026 semester. The successful applicant will assist with special projects, the supervision of student staff within the residence halls and serve in an on-call rotation. The position reports to the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life.
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and holds the responsibility of serving as a mandatory reporter for all Clery Act crimes.
- Assist with the management of a residence hall of 250-500 students, including overseeing community development and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Maintains prominent level of visibility within the assigned residential areas. Assist with coordinating health and safety compliance processes and reporting, including fire drills, health and safety checks, and access control issues. Assist with the opening/closing of residence halls. Serves in an on-call rotation with other professional staff. Assist with handling first level residence hall discipline issues and roommate conflicts. Assists with special projects for the department.
- Assist with directly supervising approximately 10 -15 Resident Assistants, including bi-weekly one-on-one meetings, attending hall programs. Assists in RA training and selection. Holds Resident Assistants accountable for health and safety, and other requirements. Assist the Residence Hall Council, providing guidance and support on issues affecting residential students.
- Provides office coverage in the residence halls and or Housing and Residence Life Office.
- Participates in Residence Life strategic planning and assessment efforts. Assist in developing, preparing, and presenting departmental information and communication for events such as RA meetings and staff training. Serves on departmental committees.
- Follows up, supports, and refers students of concern who are experiencing challenges in the residence hall(s) or are in crisis. Assists students with problem solving, mediation, and crisis management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- General Student Affairs philosophy. Computer skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work with various campus groups including administration, faculty, staff, and students.
- Bachelor's degree at the time of start date required.
- Must be enrolled in a graduate program at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a graduate assistant.
- Experience living in university housing required.
- Experience as a Resident Assistant strongly preferred.
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Contact Information for Three Professional References
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
- This is not a supervisory position.
- This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
- This position will not be required to drive.
- This role is considered a position of trust.
- This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
- This position will not travel
- This position requires security clearance.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
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