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according to this they won't be "random" students...they will be selected and trained by the Greek Life Office (and be staff members of that office).

TITLE: GRADUATE ASSISTANT, 12 MONTHS
POSITION: STUDENT AFFAIRS RESIDENTIAL FELLOW
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Greek Life Student Affairs Residential Fellow will work as a live-in advisor in a fraternity or sorority chapter
house on Fraternity Row or the Graham Cracker, as well as perform other duties as assigned within the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life by
the Director of Greek Facilities. Student Affairs Residential Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in a monthly roundtable discussion
with senior level Student Affairs staff members. S/he will live in a chapter house on Fraternity Row or the Graham Cracker and will assist in
providing house management and advising services to a resident population of approximately 33 students. The Student Affairs Residential
Fellow is a graduate staff member for the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life. This Graduate Assistant receives direct supervision and training
from the Director of Greek Facilities. This position requires strong administrative, organizational, communication and leadership skills. In
addition, the successful GA will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and will be able to function within a collaborative team environment. The
GA must maintain a positive attitude and represent the University and the Department appropriately. Specific areas of involvement include:
• Assist in providing a positive developmental living experience for house residents and chapter members
• Develop and implement programs which respond to the specific needs of the chapter
• Develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents
• Serve as a referral agent for University and community services
• Complete written reports, attend scheduled meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life and
the chapter House Corporation
• Assist in the organization and implementation of Fall and Spring check-in and check-out processes and closings at Thanksgiving, Semester
Recess, and Spring Recess
• Assist in student damage assessment and billing
• Complete administrative tasks such as coordination of room rosters and unit inspections
• Maintain effective working relationships with House Corporation and Chapter Officers
• Assist in coordinating house management, including kitchen operation, security and safety procedures, and reporting maintenance problems
• Promote compliance with the policies, rules and regulations, as stated and implied by the University, the general fraternity, the House
Corporation and undergraduate chapter
• Issue keys and maintain key records
• Manage allocated operation budget, if assigned
• Supervise all house personnel (cooks, caterers, cleaning service, etc.) and contract service (housekeeping, grounds, etc.) and ensure that all
contracted services are performed as agreed
• Additional responsibilities may also be provided by the House Corporation
• Assist the Director of Greek Facilities with facilities projects
• Help students understand their responsibilities, as adults, to know and obey laws
• Serve as a liaison between the House Corporation and the chapter members
• Assist the housing corporation and chapter in developing long term goals regarding facilities, operations and membership
• Meet with executive board members and the house manager routinely to assist in setting goals and objectives
• Other duties as assigned
This position requires a commitment of approximately 20 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours. Additional hours may
occasionally be required to perform all job responsibilities. This is a 12-month, live-in position.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be enrolled as a full-time (10 or more credit hours / semester) graduate student at the University of Maryland.
SALARY: 10 hours of tuition credit per semester with additional stipend dependent upon graduate student status. Housing
includes unfurnished two-room suite with full bath. Gas, electric, water, and telephone are included. Meals are
negotiable.
APPOINTMENT: August 2004 to July 2005

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