Requisition ID: req36327

Working Title:
Community Development Assistant (CDA)

Position Summary:
**WE ARE ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD**

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director and the Area Coordinator and the supervision of member of the Residence Education senior staff, the Community Development Assistant is a student position that plays an integral role in the function of the department of Residence Life and Student Housing (RLSH). As RLSH aims to foster inclusive, community-based environments consciously designed to enhance educational, social, and personal growth for residents, the

Community Development Assistant assists in creating conditions that allow a diverse student population to socialize and learn in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills, be familiar with concepts of community building, and have a team-minded approach. CDAs will work approximately 20 hours per week throughout the academic year.

Position Responsibilities: Position responsibilities are guided by the department's 4 values: Quality, Community, Learning, and Caring.

A. Quality
1. Attend all staff meetings and training workshops prior to each semester
2. Participate in annual trainings and attend inperson trainings at the start of the semesters as assigned
3. Complete all paperwork for various job components in accordance with corresponding deadlines such as program proposals and evaluations, space reservation requests, risk management forms, timecards, and others as assigned
4. Communicate and meet weekly or bi-weekly with their supervisor

B. Community
1.Assist with departmental and university projects as assigned including but not limited to check in and check out activities, Res-Hall-A-Daze welcome back programming, Lobo Reclaim, Safety Walk, Hanging of the Greens, and others as assigned.
2. Work hours in the Hokona Cellar as assigned including checking out and logging returns of Cellar equipment supervising the space, helping to maintain the cleanliness of the work space, or other tasks as assigned
3. Be an active and integral member of the residence hall community and work with the Coordinator for Leadership and Programming and/or other residence life staff to develop a positive healthy community in their assigned area
4. Build community within the residence halls by establishing rapport with residents, assisting with assigned Community Association projects, executing monthly programming, and other similar tasks as assigned

C. Learning
1. Plan and participate in residence hall programming to meet the needs of the residents and to promote learning outside of the classroom based on the department's programming model
2. Plan and implement social programs based on resident's needs and interests to promote outside of the classroom learning
3. Evaluate program execution, to ensure continual improvement in programming throughout the year
4. Collaborate and actively participate as a member of the Residence Education staff team

D. Caring
1. Serve as a resource person in assisting resident generated programs.
2. Maintain awareness of campus and residence hall protocols to make appropriate referrals for student questions or concerns
3. Inform supervisor of inappropriate resident behavior and concerns within the community, and consult with supervisory staff as required
4. Demonstrate good judgement and consistency in interactions with residents and staff, be dependable, caring, and responsible

Term & Conditions of Appointment/Reappointment
A. The period of employment is for the entire academic year, including additional time for training at the beginning of each semester.
B. CDAs may return to their position for additional academic year appointments; reappointments are not automatic but based on job performance and the outlined application process
C. Other compensated student employment on campus is permitted up to 20 hours per week; external employment off campus is not permitted
D. Discuss all external commitments (student organizations, Fraternity/Sorority involvement, volunteer positions, etc.) with supervisor prior to the start of the semester

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Maintain enrollment as a full-time student in a degree granting program at the University of New Mexico.
B. Earn and maintain at least a 2.5 semester and cumulative GPA.
C. Be in at least the second semester of enrollment at UNM at the beginning of employment.
D. Be available to the fill the position for the full academic year
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
RLSH Res Ed Program (215F0)

Employment Type:
Student Employment

Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
$12.00 Hourly

For Best Consideration Date:
4/21/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach the following to your application: 1. Course Schedule for Fall 2026. 2. ResumePlease note that a pre-employment background check is required.