Overall Application Process Timeline
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2022 | Application for New 2023-2024 RA Available | Student Employment Website |
| 11/1/2022 | Application for Returning 2023-2024 RA Available | Student Employment Website |
| 11/1/2022 | Information Session #1 @11:00am | Kauke 136 |
| 11/3/2022 | Information Session #2 @11:00am | Kauke 136 |
| 11/7/2022 | Information Session #3 @7:00pm | Kauke 136 |
| 11/9/2022 | Information Session #4 @7:00pm | Kauke 136 |
| 11/15/2022 | Information Session #5 @7:00pm | Kauke 136 |
| 11/17/2022 | Information Session #6 @ 7:00pm | Kauke 136 |
| 1/13/2023 | New & Returning RA Applications Due | Via Interview Exchange |
| 1/17/2023 | GPA and Conduct Check conducted; ineligible candidates notified | Via Wooster Email |
| 1/18/2023 | Sign Ups sent for Case Study Sessions | Microsoft Bookings |
| 1/20/2023 | First Case Study Groups 4pm-8pm | Williams 060 |
| 1/22/2023 | Case Study Make-Up 12:00pm-1:00pm (If Needed) | Williams 060 |
| 1/23/2023 | Returning Staff Evaluation Review | Professional Staff |
| 1/27/2023 | Deadline for New RA Recommendations | Qualtrics Invitations |
| 1/30/2023 | Individual Interviews Process Begins | Longbrake Breakout A-D |
| 2/3/2023 | RA File Review | Professional Staff |
| 2/13/2023 | Decision Letters Distributed | Via Wooster Email |
| 2/20/2023 | Acceptance Forms due for Hires & Alternates | Via Wooster Email |
To apply for the RA position, please click here: Resident Assistant Position 2023-2024
Information for New and Returning Candidates
New Resident Assistant Process
If you are applying for the position, and have never served as a Resident Assistant, you will be asked to complete the following process:
- Attend one information session provided by the Resident Assistants for Residence Life.
- Apply through the Interview Exchange (you will be asked to create a log-in and password).
- To fully submit your application:
- You must provide two references. One reference needs to be a current Resident Assistant or former employer. The other should be someone who can speak to your leadership skills and/or work skills (mentor, teacher, professor, adviser).
- You must provide a resume detailing your previous experience (can include work, school, or volunteer experience)
- You must submit reflective questions.
- Please make sure that you save all documents in a PDF format when you upload them.
- To fully submit your application:
- Participate in the Case Study Process
- Participate in Individual Interview Process
Reflection Questions:
For the reflective questions, please make sure that you address each of the following questions (please limit responses between 250-500 words):
- Why you are interested in being a Resident Assistant?
- How would you engage your community as a RA?
- How would navigate relationships with those who have different identities or personal experiences than you?
- Is there a specific population of students, community, or fellow RA you would like to work with in the upcoming year? (Please note that not all request or preferences will be considered during RA placement).
For helpful references review the resources available through Career Planning on how to write resume.
Please Check Out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for more information on the RA Selection Process.
Returning Resident Assistant Process
If you are applying for the position and are a returning as a Resident Assistant (you have served at least one semester as an RA), you will be asked to complete the following process:
- Apply through the Interview Exchange (you will be asked to create a log-in and password).
- To fully submit your application:
- You must remain in good standing for the entire 2022-2023 AY and have a successful evaluation.
- To fully submit your application:
- Assist in marketing, hiring, and reviewing of the RA position and in selection process for New RAs (Information Sessions, Case Study and Individual Interviews)
- Participate in the Case Study Process as a formal reviewer.
Reflective Questions:
For the reflective questions, please make sure that you address each of the following questions (please limit responses between 250-500 words):
- How have you grown and developed within the RA position (you may focus on personal, professional, or academic development)
- How will you contribute to the RA role moving forward?
- What is a challenge you have experienced as a RA? How will you navigate that challenge moving forward?
- Is there a specific population of students, community, or fellow RA you would like to work with in the upcoming year? (Please note that not all request or preferences will be considered during RA placement).