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Residence Life: Resident Assistant

RA Job Description

Lead RA Job Description

RA Application - Opening 11/24

About the RA Position

Our hope is that the Resident Assistant (RA) position is both a challenging and fulfilling experience. While the responsibility is great, so are the rewards. Being a student leader through Residence Life is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others through mentoring and community building. Being an RA will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally and the experiences you gain in this role will serve you well for the rest of your life, no matter what career you may choose.

About Residence Life

The mission of Residence Life is to Cultivate a Caring Learning Community:

  • Cultivate: Residence Life supports students in their individual development and academic pursuits.
  • Caring: Residence Life prioritizes student safety and well-being.
  • Learning Community: Residence Life fosters an inclusive community where students can meaningfully engage with others while supporting the core academic mission of the college.

For more information on Residence Life, visit the Office of Student Affairs Residence Life page.

It’s the job of our highly trained RAs to help promote community building and shape the environment and attitudes that encourages personal and collective growth. We help create an atmosphere of community living and learning that will help students with their academic and personal development.

Resident Assistant Academic Year 2026 - 2027 Selection Timeline 

Event & LocationDate & Time
Resident Assistant Application Available November 24th, 2025
RA Info Session #1
Location: Skandera P105
November 19th, 2025 @ 7:45 PM
RA Info Session #2
Location: Zoom : https://pitzer.zoom.us/j/81457368681 
November 21st, 2025 @ 11:30 AM
RA Info Session #3
Location: Zoom : https://pitzer.zoom.us/j/83622358095
November 24th, 2025 @ 7:30 PM

RA Info Session #4

Location: Skandera P105

December 3rd, 2025 @ 8:15 PM
Application Deadline
Interview Scheduling: When you submit your application, you will also sign up for an interview time through a Sign Up Genius link in the application. Please take note of your interview time.
February 8th, 2026 by 11:59PM PST
RA Individual InterviewsFebruary 23rd – 27th, 2026
Offer Letters Sent via EmailMarch 6th, 2026