Community Advisor Employment Information
Job Description
Community Advisors (CAs) are the foundation of Housing & Residential Life at Kenyon. They work with Assistant Directors of Housing and Residential Life to enrich and improve the living experiences of Kenyon students. CAs advise student peers, facilitate community development, and promote student safety. In addition, CAs develop strong administrative and organizational skills that can set them up for success as they prepare for future employment opportunities. The specific qualifications, requirements, and responsibilities for the Community Advisor position are summarized in the CA job description.
Benefits
Some of the benefits that go along with the CA position include:
- Single room (average value, $6,650 per year based on 2011-2012 rates)
- $1,400 stipend paid throughout the academic year
- Student leadership training
- Ability to network with various College administrators and officials
- Working with peers to make a difference in lives of others
- Meaningful résumé-building and marketable experiences to discuss in job interviews
To be considered, interested students should complete an online application by 4:00pm, Wednesday, February 8, 2012. [Note: In order to save information and return to the application later to complete it, you must be logged into OrgSync (after selecting "Kenyon," click the green section that reads 'Click to Sign In with your Campus ID').]
Interview Process
After submitting the online application, each applicant will be emailed a link to sign up for an interview, which will take place with one Assistant Director for Housing and Residential Life and one or two current CAs. Business casual dress is appropriate for the interview. Each applicant should bring a "self-portrait" item to this interview. This could be one of many things including a picture album, memento, favorite song, item of clothing, or a favorite book. The purpose of bringing a self-portrait item is to be an icebreaker where the applicant is able to share with the interviewers what qualities you have that the item reflects. For instance, the applicant might bring a rubber band because it is flexible and hard to break. We encourage applicants to relate the item to their personality and/or to the position.
Each applicant is required to attend Group Process Activity from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday February 12, 2012 in Gund Residence Hall Lounge. This activity will give interviewers the opportunity to see how each applicant works in group settings and presents information regarding the position to the applicants. Applicants unable to attend due to an academic activity (such as Mock Trial), athletic event, or other important commitment that cannot be adjusted, should let staff know immediately. Casual/comfortable dress is appropriate for Group Process.