2026-2027 Resident Assistant- Institutional Student Worker at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: 2026-2027 Resident Assistant- Institutional Student Worker
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 292121
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for the position of Resident Assistant on the Dahlonega campus. The role of a Resident Assistant (RA) is that of a live-on liaison between the Student Affairs Staff and UNG residents. The Resident Assistant's primary function are to assist Residence Life in creating a positive residential environment for their residents. RAs must also demonstrate a commitment to the goals of the Residence Life Program as well as an adherence to UNG Policy.

Interest Sessions:
Monday, Oct. 27, 2025 @ 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM 234 Cottrell (Returning RAs)
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 @ 7:00 PM Commons 1 Lobby
Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 @ 7:00 PM Hoag ABC (New RAs)
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 @ 12:00 PM Hoag ABC (New RAs)
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 @ 7:00 PM Commons 1 Lobby

Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 21 2026 by 11:59 pm
Reference Deadline: Wednesday, January 21 2026 by 11:59 pm
Phase 1 Interviews (Required): Friday, January 23, 2026 at various times.
Phase 2 Interview (Required and by invitation only): Friday, January 30, 2026 at various times.

Responsibilities

• The RA's primary functions are to:
  • Offer peer assistance and directions to residents.
  • Provide opportunities to continue learning outside of the classroom
  • Enforce community standards and residence life policies.
  • Report maintenance and safety issues to the proper departments.
  • Sitting desk duty inside a residence hall.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Assertiveness
• Enthusiasm
• Creativity
• Time Management
• Good Judgment
• Computer Skills
• Teamwork Skills
• Leadership abilities
• Sensitivity to the needs of other

Required Qualifications

• Must have completed one semester of college beyond high school graduation.
• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA while being in good standing with the University of North Georgia (financial, judicial and/or academic).
• Must complete a housing contract and assume all financial/legal obligations related to the contract.
• Must attend at least one New RA Interest Session, (if invited) attend Group Process & (if invited) be available for an Individual Interview during New RA Process Weekend.
• Prior leadership experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event planning and working with budgets is preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust