Resident Advisor

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia's Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (SkIO) is a multidisciplinary research and training institution located on a 700-acre campus on Skidaway Island. The Institute's primary goals are to further understanding of marine and environmental sciences, conduct leading edge research on marine and coastal systems, and train tomorrow's scientists. Our campus is also a host to Georgia Southern University's Applied Coastal Research Lab, NOAA Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, The University of Georgia's Marine Education Center and Aquarium, and The Nature Conservancy. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is also home to the Research Vessel (R/V) Savannah. The R/V Savannah is owned and operated by the Institute and is a member of the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System ( UNOLS) and Academic Research Fleet ( ARF).

Anticipated Position Dates: August 1 - December 16, 2025

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

a. Be available to support students during the Field Study experience. This will include negotiated duty periods during evening hours and "on call" hours not to exceed 25 hours per week.

b. Reside on campus during the employment period.

c. Coordinate with Program Director to schedule periods away from campus.

d. Support staff at the UGA/Marine Extension Aquarium not exceeding 15 hours per week.

a. Maintain interactions with students and be accessible to support their experience and success.

b. Develop a sense of inclusiveness and connectedness.

c. Plan, implement, and evaluate community building activities.

d. Maintain awareness of students' academic success, sense of belonging, and overall well-being.
e. Ability to work with K-12 students (minors) on educational programs.

a. Provide leadership and model appropriate behavior in a crisis.

b. Fulfill on-call responsibilities as communicated by the Program Director.

c. Demonstrate care and concern for student wellbeing by following up with students involved in crisis situations.

d. Confront alleged policy violations, behavioral concerns, and facility issues.

e. Consult and work with Program Director and/or other staff members on call when developing a plan to respond to student issues.

a. Submit work requests for all facility concerns.

b. Meet deadlines set by Program Director and/or Institute.

c. Attend and be punctual to scheduled meetings, trainings, and events.

d. Respond to all work-related emails within 24 hours.
e. Ability to perform duties as aquarium cashier.

a. Interact with residents on a consistent basis to demonstrate genuine concern and care for residents.

b. Demonstrate active listening skills when interacting with students.

c. Model and promote an environment of respect and inclusion.

d. Communicate in a professional manner with staff, residents, and campus partners.