2022-23 Resident Assistant Selection Process

Overview

Resident Assistants possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to building quality relationships in not only their residential community, but all across the Old Westbury campus. RAs play an integral part in the overall operation of the residence halls. Primarily, the RA is concerned with the growth and development of each individual in their wing and the building community as a whole. Additionally, RAs are continually striving to enhance the quality of life for their residents. This includes planning programs, promoting diversity and inclusion, assisting with personal and professional growth, and most importantly enjoying their time at SUNY Old Westbury. It’s a fun and rewarding job with many benefits.

Application Requirements

  • Full time status (12 credits or more) as a student at SUNY Old Westbury
  • 2.5 or greater semester and cumulative SUNY Old Westbury GPA
  • Must complete 1 full-time semester at SUNY Old Westbury prior to commencement of the RA position
  • Must be in good disciplinary & financial standing with SUNY Old Westbury
  • May not hold an executive board position in SGA and RHA during their employment as an RA
  • Students who will be in their final year of student teaching are not eligible to apply for the position.

INFORMATION SESSIONS see Panther Connect for updates

  • Feb 8th - Woodlands Hall 1 first floor lounge 8:00pm 
  • Feb 14th - Woodlands Hall 3 first floor lounge 8:00pm 
  • Feb 15h - Student Union room  TBA 2:30pm 
  • Feb 18th- Zoom 2:30pm 
  • Feb 24th - Academic Village Bolivar Lounge 8:00pm 

How to Apply

APPLICATION
The application will open on February 8th in Handshake
RESUME
Please submit a current resume with your application. Consider making an appointment with the Career Planning and Development office!
INTERVIEWS (individual and group).
There will be a TWO-PART interview process:
Part 1.  Group process.  You will need to be invited to this after application review.
Part 2.  Following group process you will also have an individual interview.
** This is a job interview so all candidates should put their best paw forward and dress appropriately. Business casual or Old Westbury spirit attire is encouraged.  You may also take advantage of the Career Closet managed by the Career Planning and Development office.  Interviewees should reach out if they have specific questions about what may be acceptable.
IMPORTANT
DATES AND DEADLINES 
  • February 8th  : Applications open on Handshake 
  • March 4th  : Applications are Due 
  • March 9th : Email for Interview Invitation 
  • March 11th : New RA Group Interviews
  • March 14th : New RA Individual Interviews
  • March 28th: Decision letters will go  out 

Who to direct questions?

- Questions may be directed to RHD Sephanie Strippoli via e-mail to strippolis@oldwestbury.edu