{"id":435,"date":"2020-10-27T12:52:07","date_gmt":"2020-10-27T16:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/?page_id=435"},"modified":"2026-09-30T15:17:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T19:17:45","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"Resident Assistant Job Application Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"altRows\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">2027-2028 RA <\/strong><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">A<\/strong><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">pplication Deadline: 11:59pm on Thursday, December 3, 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/6KzN68fTpfeus8Wq8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resident Assistant Application Form<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">2027-2028 Academic Year RA Positions<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Questions? Contact <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2527 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg\" alt=\"Residence Life Staff Logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-1024x815.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-768x611.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2>RA Application Process Checklist:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Review all of the resources on this RA Job website, including job requirements. <\/strong>All students enrolled by September 2026 or earlier are eligible to apply for the 2027-2028 process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete the <span style=\"color: #ff0000\">RA job application form<\/span> <\/strong>&#8211; students must be logged in to their personal RCNJ Gmail account to access the online application form. <strong>Applications are due before midnight on Thursday, December 3, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ensure that Two (2) <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/apply\/#recommend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RA Recommendation form submissions<\/a><\/span> have been submitted<\/strong> on your behalf. We will only accept the official recommendation form. It is the applicant\u2019s responsibility to provide the form to their recommenders. <strong>Recommendations forms are due before midnight on Thursday, December 3, 2026.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Attend <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">one<\/span> of the MANDATORY RA Interest Meetings<\/strong>; refer to the below schedule.\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#1: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mon, October 19, 2026 12:00 PM-1:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Laurel 1st FL Lounge | <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#2: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tue, October 20, 2026 3:00 PM-4:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Overlook 1st FL Lounge | <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410397\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#3: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wed, October 21, 2026 1:00 PM-2:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Bischoff 1st FL Lounge | <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410398\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#4: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thu, October 22, 2026 1:00 PM-2:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Thomases Commons (The Village) Lounge | <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410399\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#5: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wed, November 18, 2026 1:00 PM-2:00 PM &#8211; Virtual (Link on Archway)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0| <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410400\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000\"><b>#6: <\/b>Tue, <b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">November 30, 2026<\/span><\/b> 1:00 PM-2:00 PM &#8211; Virtual (Link on Archway) | <a href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1410401\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><em><strong> (FINAL OPPORTUNITY)<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"color: #000000\">Interested student applicants who miss attending at least one of the above sessions will not be eligible to apply for the RA position during this selection process.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Save the dates for RA Interviews<\/strong>: Interviews occur &#8211; Tue, 2\/2\/27 thru Thu, 2\/4\/27 (by appointment).<br \/>\n<em style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Applicants who qualify for an interview will receive a link to schedule their interview in early January 2027 (during Winter Break). Applicants specific interview date and time will be sent to their Ramapo email account from <a href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a>. Each candidate will have a series of up to five &#8220;Speed Interviews.&#8221; The entire process will last under 60 minutes.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>Decisions will be sent out via email on or before Fri, 2\/26\/2027.<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>The hiring of new RAs is contingent upon verifying eligibility to work in the United States by completing the I-9 form process by the deadline provided at the time of hiring.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*Please note: All dates listed are subject to change<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Both Resident and Commuter Students are Eligible.<br \/>\nApplicants Must be Currently Enrolled, Undergraduate Students.<br \/>\nFreshmen Students May NOT Interview during their First Semester in College<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Questions<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000\">Email us if you have questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Review all of the materials posted here and then attend one of the above-listed mandatory RA Interest Meetings where most questions candidates may have will be answered by current RAs. After attending your required RA Interest Meeting and having reviewed all of the information posted on this website, please feel free to contact us via email at <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"text-align: center;color: #ff0000\" href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-family: proxima-nova, sans-serif;text-align: center\">, <\/span><span style=\"text-align: center\">should you have any further questions about the RA position or the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>RA Application &amp; Recommendation Forms<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  grayBox\" style=\"height: 195px;\"><div class=\"boxTitle\">Application Form<\/div><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<a id=ra-app><\/a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">New RA Applicants must submit this online RA Application Form before the deadline.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/6KzN68fTpfeus8Wq8\">Resident Assistant Application Form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Recommendation Forms<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000\">Two Recommendation form submissions are required from supervisors, faculty, or professional staff members.<\/span><\/p>\n<a id=recommend><\/a>\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words &#091;.text-message+&amp;&#093;:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f8ceeb08-79a9-47fe-a6db-823fe1b9b626\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-&#091;3px&#093;\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Applicants must ensure their two references submit recommendations by the deadline to continue the RA application process. An automated email confirmation will be sent once a recommendation is submitted. If your reference confirms submission but you haven&#8217;t received the email, first check your SPAM folder, then contact <a href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Note that students, including RAs and other students\/peers, cannot submit recommendations on behalf of applicants. Residence Life Professional Staff involved in the selection process, such as Main Office Staff and Area\/Residence Directors, are also ineligible to provide recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the applicant&#8217;s responsibility to follow up with references to meet the deadline. Candidates cannot access the information their references provide.<\/p>\n<p>Please submit no more than two recommendations. Due to the high volume of recommendations we receive, we will only review the first two submissions received and cannot review additional recommendations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Please ONLY submit THIS form for the RA applicant who requests endorsement.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/resident-assistant-recommendation-form\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RA Candidate Recommendation Form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Job Description, Requirements &amp; Compensation<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>RA Job Description<\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1Eqa832XfpmFahXTQmziEkve5iQnKCsogQDzjZ1OLSFE\/edit?usp=sharing\">RA Job Description<\/a><\/h4>\n<h2>Job Requirements<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>To be eligible for the RA position, applicants must be currently enrolled as undergraduate students at 69色情视频 of New Jersey during their employment. Both resident and commuter students may apply; however, freshmen cannot interview during their first semester.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants\u2019 disciplinary records will be reviewed to determine interview eligibility, and records will also be considered when deciding on job offers.<\/li>\n<li>A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for both application and continued employment, along with a semester GPA of at least 2.0. Please review the position contract for detailed expectations regarding academic performance and ongoing eligibility.<\/li>\n<li>Participation in programs or activities that require significant time commitments, such as full-time internships or student teaching, may disqualify applicants from consideration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Compensation<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation for RAs includes a single room compensated by Residence Life at approximately $10,900 and an RA Meal Plan valued at $1,400 ($700 per semester). Students selected as RAs can purchase a meal plan alongside this allowance.<\/p>\n<p>The Residence Life Student Staff housing waiver may impact each student&#8217;s taxes and financial aid differently, especially for those with scholarships that include a housing waiver and international students. Please consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/finaid\/\">Financial Aid Office<\/a> for details on how this position may affect you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2527 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg\" alt=\"Residence Life Staff Logo \" width=\"300\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-1024x815.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-768x611.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>2027-2028 Fall-Spring Mandatory Responsibilities: <\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<p>It is imperative that you review the mandatory dates listed below, as you will not be excused from attending these required commitments, including remaining on campus overnight during training. These dates are essential to the RA role and should be carefully considered when deciding whether to accept or decline the position.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage you to discuss these obligations with anyone involved in your decision-making process before submitting your response to this offer.<\/p>\n<p><b>Please note: The following dates are anticipated and are subject to change.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><b>Fall 2027<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Sneak Preview:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Friday, April 9, 2027 | 4:30pm-7:00pm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SARD Check-in:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Tuesday, August 3, 2027\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SARD Training:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Wednesday, August 4 &amp; Thursday, August 5, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>RA Check-in: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sunday, August 8, 2027\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>ORL Student Staff Training:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Monday, August 9\u2013Tuesday, August 24, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Resident Check-In:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Sunday, August 22 &amp; Tuesday, August 24, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Last day of the Semester:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Tuesday, December 14, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Fall Closing\/Release Date:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Thursday, December 16, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Spring 2028:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>SARD Check-in: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Monday, January 3, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>RA Check-In:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Wednesday, January 12, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Winter RA Training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Wednesday, January 12 &#8211; Monday, January 17, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Spring Resident Check-In:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Monday, January 17, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Spring Break<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Sunday, March 12\u2013Sunday, March 19, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Annual Year-End Celebration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: TBD | April 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Last Day of the Semester:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Tuesday, May 9, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Spring Closing\/Release Date:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Sunday, May 14, 2028<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Housing Selection Deposit and Housing Accommodations<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>Housing Selection Deposit<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Applicants interested in on-campus housing must pay the deposit by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/critical-housing-dates-deadlines-calendar\/\">specified deadline<\/a>, regardless of their RA Application status<\/strong>. RA applicants who complete the interview stage will be notified of their selection status before Step 2 of the Housing Selection process. However, RA selection notifications will be sent after the deadline to submit the housing deposit.<\/p>\n<p>RAs and SARDs are assigned single rooms by the Office of Residence Life, but they will have suitemates. If hired before the Housing Selection Process, RAs and SARDs must choose their suitemates, except in first-year residence areas. If staff cannot provide eligible suitemates by the deadline, the Office of Residence Life will assign residents to fill those vacancies.<\/p>\n<h2>Housing Accommodations<\/h2>\n<p>Any resident, who is requesting specific housing accommodations, due to a medically related condition, will need to register with the Office of Specialized Services (OSS). Once affiliated, OSS will inform the Office of Residence Life of any residents who require specific housing accommodations based on medical documentation provided to their office. Please submit requests for housing accommodations no later than published deadlines.<\/p>\n<p>Phone 201-684-7514<br \/>\nEmail: oss@ramapo.edu<br \/>\nwww.ramapo.edu\/oss<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Top Reasons to Become an RA<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"sColumn col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  goldBox\"><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Top Reasons to Become an RA<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Make a Meaningful Impact<\/strong>: Build strong connections with residents and create opportunities to enrich their lives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Connect with Peers<\/strong>: Forge lasting friendships with fellow RA staff members who become some of your closest allies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gain Professional Experience<\/strong>: Enhance your resume with valuable skills and demonstrate your work ethic and responsibility to future employers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Embrace Leadership<\/strong>: Seize the chance to make impactful decisions that benefit your community and help you stand out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Acquire Essential Life Skills<\/strong>: Learn and grow through a variety of experiences that prepare you for the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Develop Lifelong Skills<\/strong>: Cultivate essential skills such as time management and self-discipline through your involvement at Ramapo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Enjoy Personal Fulfillment<\/strong>: Experience the rewarding nature of being an RA by taking on an important role and making your mark on campus.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stay Active<\/strong>: Conduct RA duty rounds in the hall, combining responsibility with cardio exercise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Create Engaging Events<\/strong>: Take charge of event planning and design events that support community and connection.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>RA Alternate Status<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>RA Alternate<\/h2>\n<p>A select few RA applicants who are not offered an RA position may be offered RA Alternate Status. RA Alternates may be hired to fill any RA position in any residence hall, wherever a position becomes available and is offered to the RA Alternate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>RA Alternate Status is not compensated. Beyond attending ORL Staff Training, RA Alternates have no other work responsibilities during the academic year and there is no guarantee of employment.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates must attend ORL Staff Training and follow the Training Attendance Policy.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates will be evaluated during and after ORL Staff Training to ensure they still qualify to be an RA Alternate.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates &#8220;Shadow&#8221; a particular residence hall staff during ORL Staff Training.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternate Status expires within the same academic year. If no RA position is offered by the time the next RA Staff Selection Process begins and the RA Alternate is still interested, they must re-apply for an RA position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>For Current Student Staff ONLY<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  grayBox\" style=\"height: 195px;\"><div class=\"boxTitle\">For Current Residence Life Staff Only<\/div><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">ALL Current RAs and SARDs | <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/reappointment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2027-2028 RA Application Deadline: 11:59pm on Thursday, December 3, 2026 Resident Assistant Application Form 2027-2028 Academic Year RA Positions Questions? 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