What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program & Residential Life Assistant position at Columbia University School of Professional Studies?
DEPARTMENT & SCHOOL
Student Affairs, School of Professional Studies
TITLE THIS POSITION REPORTS TO
Assistant Director of Student Affairs, High School & Non-Degree Programs
TIME COMMITMENT :
30-40 hours per week (This position includes significant evening and weekend hours)
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT :
June 15, 2025 - August 9, 2025
MODALITY :
Onsite (Live-in requirement- June 15, 2025-August 9, 2025, housing provided)
COMPENSATION : 18 / hour
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Student Affairs, High School & Non-Degree Programs, the incumbent performs a variety of tasks to support the Pre-College Programs at the School of Professional Studies. The Program & Residential Life Assistant will serve as a live-in Resident Advisor to students enrolled in the Summer Program for High School Students. Additionally, the employee will work in a Program Assistant role with responsibilities geared toward program administration, student life, or community engagement.
Responsibilities
RESIDENT ADVISOR
- Serve as a Residential Advisor to approximately 10 high school students.
- Oversee and uphold strict adherence to the program’s Behavioral Standards agreement and report any instances in which a student was found to be violating said policy.
- Enforce the program’s dormitory etiquette policy which includes executing nightly check-ins with assigned residents. Report student tardiness, disruptive behavior, and care concerns to program management.
- Work to ensure that students are effectively and responsibly engaging with their coursework and community life.
- Research, plan, and lead cultural excursions to destinations in and around New York City on evenings and weekends and supervise attending students.
- Maintain an active cell phone and remain on-call for the duration of the practicum – with the exception of designated time off.
GENERAL
PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED OR REQUESTED
This position involves a considerable amount of physical activity and movement around campus and New York City. If you have any concerns regarding these requirements, you are welcome to inform the hiring team to discuss potential accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Other Requirements
Salary : $18
