Temporary Resident Advisor - Jayhawk Debate Institute


Position Overview

These positions are part of the Jayhawk Debate Institute.

**NOTE: this posting is for more than one position with different degrees of responsibility and time commitments. Please indicate in your application materials which job title and week you would prefer. **

1) Resident Advisor:
  • Full time - 40 hours/week with the possibility of overtime between June 23, 2024 through July 13, 2024
2) Resident Advisor:
  • Part time - approximately 20 hours/week between June 23, 2024 through August 1, 2024 (3 Week Jayhawk Debate Institute) OR June 23, 2024 through August 1, 2024 (2 Week Jayhawk Debate Institute).



Job Description

75% - Oversee the Resident Assistants in the evenings in the dorms for the duration of the Jayhawk Debate Institute
  • Manage the schedule for assistants ensuring they work their floors each evening and that nightly room check is performed.
  • Supervise campers in the dorms during the evenings, report to the camp director any problems that arise with campers as needed.

25%- Assist in the camp office during the day (3 times a week) answering the phone, helping with any camp(er) needs that arise during the day.
  • Judge debates during the camp tournament(s) at the end of the 2nd and 3rd week of the camp during the afternoon rounds.
  • Participate in all camp activities.

Position Requirements

  1. The successful applicant must be able to listen to and follow directions.
  2. Must have valid driver's license
  3. Must be able to act as an authority figure and give directions to a small group of employees

Required Qualifications

  1. One year experience supervising high school students
  2. One year leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies or a related field
  2. Strong organizational skills as evidenced by application materials
  3. Experience working at a debate camp

Additional Candidate Instructions

**NOTE: this posting is for more than one position with different degrees of responsibility and dates. Please indicate in your application materials which job title and week you would prefer. **

A complete application will include a resume/CV and cover letter. Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position. Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Wednesday, May 15, 2024. For best consideration apply by the review date.

Contact Information to Applicants

Scott Harris
sharris@ku.edu
785-864-9878

Advertised Salary Range

$20.00 minimum

Work Schedule

Full or part time positions.
NOTE: Specify if you want full time or part-time in your application materials.

1) Resident Advisor: Full time, 40 hours/week with the possibility of overtime between June 23, 2024 through July 13, 2024

2) Resident Advisor: Part time, approximately 20 hours/week between June 23, 2024 through August 1, 2024 (3 Week Jayhawk Debate Institute) or June 23, 2024 through August 1, 2024 (2 Week Jayhawk Debate Institute).

Application Review Begins

Wednesday May 15, 2024

Anticipated Start Date

Sunday June 23, 2024

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Posting Information

  • Posting ID:  27644BR
  • Department:  Communication Studies
  • Primary Campus:  University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
  • Assignment:  On-Site
  • Reg/Temp:  Temporary
  • Employee Class:  U-Unclassified Professional Staff
  • Review Begins:  15-May-2024

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