Graduate Resident Assistant at Corban University – Salem, Oregon

MISSION: To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.

SUMMARY: The Graduate Resident Assistant (GRA) supports the Area Coordinator in the holistic development of students by fostering a safe, spiritually formative, academically supportive, and community-oriented campus environment. As a member of the Student Life team, the GRA serves as a role model committed to the university’s mission, values, and doctrinal commitments. Responsibilities include commuter student care, community development, crisis response, policy enforcement, program leadership, and administrative support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Community Building & Student Development

• Cultivate a welcoming, and Christ-centered campus atmosphere.
• Build positive relationships with students through regular presence.
• Encourage involvement in campus life, discipleship, and academic support programs.
• Always model Christian character and professionalism.

Spiritual Formation (2 hours/week)

• Facilitate spiritual opportunities such as small groups, devotionals, and prayer gatherings.
• Support students in their faith journey with encouragement and discernment.

Programming & Educational Initiatives

• Help plan and facilitate monthly programs that support students’ learning, community building, and spiritual growth.
• Engage students in events that support holistic development.
• Promote campus-wide learning initiatives.

Student Support & Conflict Management

• Provide guidance to students experiencing personal, academic, or relational challenges.
• Use listening, mediation, and restorative practices to resolve conflicts.
• Refer students to appropriate campus support services.

Policy Enforcement & Safety

• Communicate and uphold student life policies and Corban University community expectations.
• Serve in the on-call rotation with Area Coordinators for emergency and after-hours needs.
• Conduct rounds and safety checks to maintain a secure environment.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Attend weekly team meetings, training, and supervisory check-ins.
• Complete timely reports, programming documentation, and communications.
• Assist with hall openings, closings, and operational tasks.

Training:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Preferred:

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

COMPENSATION: This is a residential position with compensation provided in the form of 100% room and meal plan paid by Corban University

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Corban University is a private comprehensive university of liberal arts, ministry, and professional studies with a mission to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. All employees are expected to model servant leadership in all aspects of their work. Corban values and recruits a workforce that is diverse in gender, age, ethnicity, race, and/or ability, and seeks employees who will interact with the Corban community in a way that reflects a commitment to cultural proficiency. Where permitted by law and consistent with the school’s history, mission, and core values, Corban exercises religious preference throughout the University. Employees must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, agree with the University Statement of Faith, evidence a mature Christian faith, and be an active member of a Bible-believing, Gospel-preaching local church.