Residential Program Assistant (RPA)

Summer Program to Advance Leadership in STEM (SPAL) 

• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with students in the program 
• Lead floor meetings to discuss floor happenings and updates 
• Advise residents within the limits of their training and capabilities, on personal, academic, and informational issues 
• Identify students in need of specialized help and refer them to the appropriate College agency
• Attend the weekend off-campus events
• Organize and implement at least two programs per week in cooperation with the other two  Program Assistants that focus on academic/intellectual, social/community building, cultural  awareness, and personal development issues designed to assist in the development of the total student participating in the program. 

• Familiarizing yourself with and adhering to the administrative functions, policies, and general  information contained in the Resident Advisor Manual, Student Handbook, and Housing Contract 
• Living in residence nightly for the entire program and serving on duty nightly during the first  three weeks of the program. During the remainder of the program, occasional off-duty nights will  be allowed with prior permission from the Faculty Director of the SPAL. While on duty, the RPA is responsible for responding to emergencies, identifying and reporting safety and security concerns within their buildings, checking-out equipment, and addressing any other  resident needs that may arise 
• Taking immediate and appropriate action in response to all violations, emergencies and/or safety  and security concerns within the residence halls 
• Actively encouraging a respectful and welcoming environment. The RPA facilitates the creation  of “community standards” with their residents and address behaviors that negatively impact the  residence hall environment

• Being in residence each night throughout the program. 
• Meeting regularly with their supervisor 
• Assisting with check in and check out 
• Submitting regular reports, entering and following up on work orders, and completing paperwork  as directed 
• Disseminating information to residents on a regular basis and as directed 
• Being available and responsive to students and College staff via room phone, email, and campus  mail. 

• Must have previous experience as a Resident Advisor at Lafayette College. 
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at Lafayette College. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and by the beginning of the program be an approved driver by completing the College’s driver education program
• Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 when hired. This minimum cumulative average must be maintained throughout the term of appointment. Semester GPAs that fall below the minimum average may result in employment action. 
• May not be on any level of probation at the time of appointment. Should a Resident Program Assistant receive a disciplinary sanction at any time after appointment, or during the period of employment, their position may be terminated or other employment action may be taken.
• Must be prepared to give priority to the RPA position over all other areas of activity (with the  exception of academic work). Once appointed, involvement in other forms of employment, major  leadership positions, or other sizable time commitments must be discussed and approved in  writing in advance. 

• Single room at no cost 
• A meal allowance 
• $2500 stipend