FAQ

A: Student Leader Move in tentatively scheduled for Friday, August 2 with a tentative training start date of Monday, August 5. All summer obligations must be concluded no later than Monday, August 5.

You must be available for this in-person training to be considered as a candidate. If you have signed a license agreement with the Office of Housing Administration, we will discuss early arrival arrangements when offers are made. 

A: No. When you apply, we ask for your preferences in terms of Learning Community/Thematic Communities. In deciding placements, we maximize our strengths, consider space limitations and the staffing needs of each residential area. Thus, we cannot guarantee that you will be placed where you may like to be. Our goal is to hire the most qualified candidates to be student leaders. We use the residential community preferences as a guide to help us make the best match possible.

A: Please review the "Duties" tab on the Student Leader page.

A: Absolutely. We suggest that you visit Career Services. They can help you draft a resume from scratch or help you edit what you already have. 

A: All candidates will be notified of the results of the student leader selection process by Friday, March 29. Final placement decisions will be emailed no later than July 12.

A: Yes you can reapply for the new upcoming year.

A: We recommend that you reach out to Student Disability Services as soon as possible. You can also complete this form to request any accommodations

A: Yes, you should still go through stage 1 and 2 of the Sophomore Housing Lottery process. Please communicate with your roommate grouping that you are going through the Student Leader process. 

A: If you are interested in working as a DA/SM regardless of whether you are hired as an CA/RA, you should complete this application. If you are ONLY interested in working as a DA/SM if you are hired as an CA/RA, then you do not need to complete the application.

A: Placement is based on multiple factors to best serve our communities such as living location, availability to work nights and weekends, and the number of staff required per location. 

A: You'll be asked to provide your work availability based on your class schedule and any other important commitments. We understand that school comes first for students, so this job will be a priority after classes. After the first few weeks of school, your work schedule will be set for the semester. 

A: Here are some tips from previous and current DA/SMs!

• Make sure you understand why you want to be a DA/SM and can communicate how you are an excellent candidate for the position.

• Consider your past experiences and current skills sets that will help you to serve well in the role.

• Talk to current DA/SMs and ask lots of questions about the role to make sure it is right for you.

• And, most importantly, be yourself!

A: This position requires your full attention to ensure residents are kept residents safe and secure. Homework or other personal activities such as reading, texting, watching videos, etc. are not permitted during your work shift. 

No cell phones, tablets, laptops, or other devices can be used during your work shift.

A: The anticipated training and start date is Saturday, August 12th, 2023. You must be available for this in-person training to be considered as a candidate. If you have signed a license agreement with the Office of Housing Administration, we will discuss early arrival arrangements when offers are made. 

DA/SMs will start their shifts as early as 8:00am on August 13, 2023.

A: This position requires students to work a minimum of 6 hours per week and allows up to 20 hours maximum.

A: You'll be asked to provide your work availability based on your class schedule and any other important commitments. We understand that school comes first for students, so this job will be a priority after classes. Students will be asked to be available Sunday, and Monday through Friday. 

A: Compensation for this position is $15,50 an hour. 

A: In order to be eligible for this positions, students must maintain at least a 2.75 GPA. 

A: Yes there is extensive training and ongoing training for this position.

A: Plan and conduct programming in the sophomore on-campus halls as well as assist with larger departmental programs and initiatives. QPAs are also required to attend biweekly team meetings and 1 on 1s with their supervisor.

A: Yes, the hours are based on your school schedule and QPAs are required to work a minimum of 6 hours per week.

A: This position requires students to work a minimum of 6 hours per week and allows up to 20 hours maximum.

A: QPAs must have a GPA above 2.75

A: The QPA position pays $15.50 per hour

A: Yes, QPAs plan programs in advance and are able to receive feedback and guidance throughout the planning process

A: QPAs will be able to develop skills such as teamwork, time management, professionalism, and creativity