NEW RA APPLICANTS

If you are currently working for us as a Resident Assistant, or have in the past please click here. If you are interested in becoming a new staff member, thank you for your interest! We look forward to learning more about you and hearing how you could potentially support future generations of Lakers as a member of our team. Below is a checklist of everything you need to do in order to complete the application process to be an RA!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PRINTABLE VERSION OF THE CHECKLIST & ESSAY QUESTIONS
Read the position description and decide if this position is for you.
Take the time to review the job benefits and learn how being an RA will add to your resume.
View the staff seleciton timeline for the selection process.
Attend an information session to learn more specifics about the job. There you'll get the chance to talk to current RAs and Living Center Directors.
Attend a Career Services Preparation Session to gain the competitive edge by perfecting your resume and learning how to best answer the essay questions.
Check out the Hear it from an RA page and read some testimonials from current and past RAs.
If you're sure the job is right for you, Apply for Housing!  This is a must to even be considered for the RA Job!  You must also select a placement after applying, just in case.
Make sure before you start the application, you finish your Resume and pre-answer the essay questions! 
(You'll want to prepare your answers to the essay questions in advance so you can copy and paste them into the application - below)
Start and complete the application!  Make sure you receive a confirmation.  We'll see you at the interview!
 
 
 
NEW RA ESSAY QUESTIONS
  1. What experiences have you had at Grand Valley that have inspired you to apply for this position?
  2. What do you hope to learn or gain from this position and how does it help you achieve your future goals?
  3. What have you done in the last year to grow in the area of intercultural competency? What areas do you think you still need to learn more about?
  4. Describe a time in your life where your viewpoint on a topic changed.

If you have any further questions, please e-mail us!

Page last modified December 10, 2012