Residential Community Assistant (RCA)

Division: Enrollment & Student Success

Department: Academic Success & Campus Housing

Reports To: Manager of Academic Success & Campus Housing

Appointment Period: Date of Hire – May 31, 2027

Compensation: $15.00 per hour plus required on-campus housing as part of this live-in position

Position Summary

The Residential Community Assistant (RCA) is a live-in student leadership position within the Division of Enrollment & Student Success. The RCA is required to reside in assigned campus housing and partners with the Manager of Academic Success & Campus Housing to cultivate a welcoming, safe, and engaging residential community that supports student belonging, academic success, and holistic well-being through leadership, programming, relationship building, and residential operations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Reside in assigned campus housing for the duration of the appointment.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Maintain a 2.5 GPA and good academic and judicial standing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Residence Life or Student Affairs programming experience preferred.
  • Currently enrolled full-time LPTS student.
  • Available to serve through May 31, 2027.

Community Development & Belonging

  • Build an inclusive residential community.
  • Welcome new residents and assist with move-in and move-out.
  • Promote student belonging and academic success.

Student Engagement & Programming

  • Plan educational, social, spiritual, and wellness programming.
  • Collaborate with campus departments and assess programs.
  • Submit programming documentation.

Residential Operations

  • Assist with room inspections, occupancy transitions, and key management.
  • Prepare residential rooms for temporary stays including D.Min. students, visiting scholars, conference guests, and emergency housing.
  • Report maintenance concerns and assist with opening and closing.

Leadership & Committee Service

  • Chair the Residential Life Committee (RLC).
  • Serve on the Life and Liturgy Committee as the housing representative.
  • Serve as liaison to the Manager of Academic Success & Campus Housing.
  • Support restorative conflict resolution.

Safety, Wellness & Administration

  • Promote community standards and safety.
  • Complete other duties as assigned