Community Assistant

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY:

The Community Assistant is an entry level live-in staff member that is responsible for directly supporting the physical, emotional, social, and academic needs of our first-year residential students. In addition to supporting these students, this position serves as part of the Residential Life team to focus on creating positive and valuable experiential learning opportunities. Experiential programs will aid the students in their academic coursework, help orient them to the Bay Area, and community building student programming within the residences/campus life.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Coordinate and plan student programs and excursions. These programs can be during the day, in the evenings, and/or on the weekends

Mentor first-year students who are not only entering college for the first time, but adjusting to studying away from home

Encourage student academic success, respond to student concerns, and connect students to academic, medical, and mental health resources

Monitor student behavioral policies and protocols, upholding a high standard of student conduct

Maintain the safety and well-being of the residential population by serving in a 24/7 on-call rotation and conducting regular rounds of student residences

Respond to crises by interacting with campus public safety, Oakland Student health center, and limited engagement with student's parents.

Act as the point of contact for student and staff safety and security during crises and • Be an on-call emergency contact during entire duration of program

Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and related Residential Life experience preferred • 1-2 years of demonstrated student service experience or higher education experience in a residence life or student affairs capacity, which includes experience living with or working with high school or undergraduate students (in residence life, student affairs, camp counselor, or related role)

Experience living, working, or studying abroad or in vastly different cultures/communities • Ability to demonstrate intercultural sensitivity and global awareness

Demonstrated flexibility and experience with crisis management

Proven ability to work well as a member of a close-knit team

Experience managing, facilitating and curating events for large groups with enthusiasm and attention to detail

Fluent in English

Position Type

Student Services

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:

105H

Expected Hiring Range:

$22.51 - $30.96

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.