{"id":435,"date":"2020-10-27T12:52:07","date_gmt":"2020-10-27T16:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/?page_id=435"},"modified":"2026-03-17T16:48:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:48:56","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"Resident Assistant Job Application Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"altRows\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\"><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">2026-2027 RA <\/strong><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">A<\/strong><strong style=\"color: #000000;font-family: Sarabun, sans-serif;font-size: 26px\">pplication Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025 before 2:00pm<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center\">THE APPLICATION PROCESS HAS CLOSED<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\">2026-2027 Academic Year RA Positions<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Questions? Contact <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2527 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg\" alt=\"Residence Life Staff Logo\" width=\"300\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-1024x815.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-768x611.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2>RA Application Process Checklist:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Review all of the resources on this RA Job website, including job requirements. <\/strong>All students enrolled by September 2025 or earlier are eligible to apply for the 2026-2027 process.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete the <span style=\"color: #ff0000\">RA job application form<\/span> <\/strong>&#8211; students must be logged in to their personal RCNJ Gmail account to access the online application form. Applications are due before Friday, December 5, 2025 before 2:00pm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ensure that Two (2) <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/apply\/#recommend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RA Recommendation form submissions<\/a><\/span> have been submitted<\/strong> on your behalf. We will only accept the official recommendation form. It is the applicant\u2019s responsibility to provide the form to their recommenders. Recommendations forms are due on Friday, December 5, 2025 before 2:00pm<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attend <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">one<\/span> of the MANDATORY RA Interest Meetings<\/strong>; refer to the below schedule.\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#1: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mon, October 20, 2025 12:00 PM-1:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Laurel 1st FL Lounge | <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405431\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#2: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tue, October 21, 2025 3:00 PM-4:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Overlook 1st FL Lounge | <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405432\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#3: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wed, October 22, 2025 1:00 PM-2:00 PM<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in the Bischoff 1st FL Lounge | <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405433\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#4: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Thu, October 23, 2025 10:00 AM-11:00 AM<\/span><\/b> in the Thomases Commons (The Village) Lounge | <a style=\"color: #999999\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405434\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Archway Registration Link<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#5: <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wed, November 12, 2025 1:00 PM-2:00 PM in the The Lodge (CPA) Lounge<\/span><\/b> | <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405435\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#6: <\/b>Tue, <b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">November 20, 2025<\/span><\/b>\u00a03:00 PM-4:00 PM &#8211; Virtual (Link on Archway) | <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405436\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #999999\"><b>#7: <\/b>Mon, December 1, 2025 1:00 PM-2:00 PM &#8211; Virtual (Link on Archway) |<span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"> <a style=\"color: #999999;text-decoration: underline\" href=\"https:\/\/cglink.me\/2fF\/r1405437\">Archway Registration Link<\/a><\/span> <em><strong>(FINAL OPPORTUNITY)<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"color: #000000\">Interested student applicants who miss attending at least one of the above sessions will not be eligible to apply for the RA position during this selection process.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Save the dates for RA Interviews<\/strong>: Interviews occur &#8211; Tue, 2\/3\/26 thru Thu, 2\/5\/26 (by appointment).<br \/>\n<em style=\"color: #2f2f2f\">Applicants who qualify for an interview will receive a link to schedule their interview in early January 2026 (during Winter Break). Applicants specific interview date and time will be sent to their Ramapo email account from <a href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a>. Each candidate will have a series of up to five &#8220;Speed Interviews.&#8221; The entire process will last under 60 minutes.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>Decisions will be sent out via email on or before Fri, 2\/27\/2026.<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>The hiring of new RAs is contingent upon verifying eligibility to work in the United States by completing the I-9 form process by the deadline provided at the time of hiring.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*Please note: All dates listed are subject to change<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Both Resident and Commuter Students are Eligible.<br \/>\nApplicants Must be Currently Enrolled, Undergraduate Students.<br \/>\n<\/em><em>Freshmen Students May NOT Interview during their <\/em><em>First Semester in College.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Questions<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000\">Email us if you have questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Review all of the materials posted here and then attend one of the above-listed mandatory RA Interest Meetings where most questions candidates may have will be answered by current RAs. After attending your required RA Interest Meeting and having reviewed all of the information posted on this website, please feel free to contact us via email at <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"text-align: center;color: #ff0000\" href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-family: proxima-nova, sans-serif;text-align: center\">, <\/span><span style=\"text-align: center\">should you have any further questions about the RA position or the application process.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>RA Application &amp; Recommendation Forms<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  grayBox\" style=\"height: 195px;\"><div class=\"boxTitle\">Application Form<\/div><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<a id=ra-app><\/a>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">New RA Applicants must submit this online RA Application Form before the deadline.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">New RA Application Form<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Recommendation Forms<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000\">Two Recommendation form submissions are required from supervisors, faculty, or professional staff members.<\/span><\/p>\n<a id=recommend><\/a>\n<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words &#091;.text-message+&amp;&#093;:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f8ceeb08-79a9-47fe-a6db-823fe1b9b626\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-&#091;3px&#093;\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Applicants must ensure their two references submit recommendations by the deadline to continue the RA application process. An automated email confirmation will be sent once a recommendation is submitted. If your reference confirms submission but you haven&#8217;t received the email, first check your SPAM folder, then contact <a href=\"mailto:rlstaff@ramapo.edu\">rlstaff@ramapo.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Note that students, including RAs and other students\/peers, cannot submit recommendations on behalf of applicants. Residence Life Professional Staff involved in the selection process, such as Main Office Staff and Area\/Residence Directors, are also ineligible to provide recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the applicant&#8217;s responsibility to follow up with references to meet the deadline. Candidates cannot access the information their references provide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Please ONLY submit THIS form for the RA applicant who requests endorsement.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/resident-assistant-recommendation-form\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RA Candidate Recommendation Form<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>RA Contract &amp; Job Description<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2025\/02\/RA-Contract-2025-2026.pdf\">RA Contract 2025-2026<\/a><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1Eqa832XfpmFahXTQmziEkve5iQnKCsogQDzjZ1OLSFE\/edit?usp=sharing\">RA Job Description<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Qualification &amp; Compensation<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>To be eligible for the RA position, applicants must be currently enrolled as undergraduate students at Ramapo College of New Jersey during their employment. Both resident and commuter students may apply; however, freshmen cannot interview during their first semester.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants\u2019 disciplinary records will be reviewed to determine interview eligibility, and records will also be considered when deciding on job offers.<\/li>\n<li>A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for both application and continued employment, along with a semester GPA of at least 2.0. Please review the position contract for detailed expectations regarding academic performance and ongoing eligibility.<\/li>\n<li>Participation in programs or activities that require significant time commitments, such as full-time internships or student teaching, may disqualify applicants from consideration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Compensation<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation for RAs includes a single room compensated by Residence Life at approximately $10,900 and an RA Meal Plan valued at $1,400 ($700 per semester). Students selected as RAs can purchase a meal plan alongside this allowance.<\/p>\n<p>The Residence Life Student Staff housing waiver may impact each student&#8217;s taxes and financial aid differently, especially for those with scholarships that include a housing waiver and international students. Please consult the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/finaid\/\">Financial Aid Office<\/a> for details on how this position may affect you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2527 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg\" alt=\"Residence Life Staff Logo \" width=\"300\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-1024x815.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon-768x611.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/327\/2024\/02\/RCNJ-ResLife-Staff-Lockup-with-logo-maroon.jpg 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>2026-2027 Dates of Mandatory Responsibilities<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<p>It is imperative that you review the mandatory dates listed below, as you will not be excused from attending these required commitments, including remaining on campus overnight during training. These dates are essential to the RA role and should be carefully considered when deciding whether to accept or decline the position.<\/p>\n<p>We encourage you to discuss these obligations with anyone involved in your decision-making process before submitting your response to this offer. <em><strong>Please note, these dates are subject to change.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>2026-2027 Fall-Spring Mandatory Responsibilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Fall &#8211;<\/strong> <em><strong>The following are anticipated dates that may change:<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sneak Preview \u2013 Fri, March 27, 2026 4:30pm-7:00pm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">RA\/SARD Check-in \u2013 Sun, August 9, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">ORL Staff Training \u2013 Mon, August 10, 2026 &#8211; Tue, August 25, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Resident Check-in Dates \u2013 Sun, August 23, 2026 &amp; Tue, August 25, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fall Closing\/Release Date \u2013 Wed, December 16, 2026 (latest Thu, December 17, 2026)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Spring &#8211;<\/strong> <em><strong>The following are anticipated dates that may change:<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">RA Check-in \u2013 Wed, January 13, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Winter RA Training \u2013 Wed, January 13, 2027 &#8211; Mon, January 18, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spring Check-in \u2013 Mon, January 18, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spring Break \u2013 Sun, March 14, 2027 \u2013 Sun, March 21, 2027<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Annual Year End Celebration \u2013 TBD<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spring Closing\/Release Date \u2013 Fri, May 14, 2027 (latest: Sun, May 16, 2027)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Housing Selection Deposit and Housing Accommodations<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>Housing Selection Deposit<\/h2>\n<p>RA applicants who complete the interview stage will be notified of their selection status before &#8220;Step 2&#8221; of the housing selection process, but this notification will occur after the deadline for submitting the housing deposit. Therefore, applicants interested in on-campus housing must pay the deposit by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/critical-housing-dates-deadlines-calendar\/\">specified deadline<\/a>, regardless of their RA status. This deadline will also be posted on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/\">Residence Life<\/a> website.<\/p>\n<p>RAs and SARDs are assigned single rooms by the Office of Residence Life, but they will have suitemates. If hired before the Housing Selection Process, RAs and SARDs must choose their suitemates, except in first-year residence areas. If staff cannot provide eligible suitemates by the deadline, the Office of Residence Life will assign residents to fill those vacancies.<\/p>\n<h2>Housing Accommodations<\/h2>\n<p>Any resident, who is requesting specific housing accommodations, due to a medically related condition, will need to register with the Office of Specialized Services (OSS). Once affiliated, OSS will inform the Office of Residence Life of any residents who require specific housing accommodations based on medical documentation provided to their office. Please submit requests for housing accommodations no later than published deadlines.<\/p>\n<p>Phone 201-684-7514<br \/>\nEmail: oss@ramapo.edu<br \/>\nwww.ramapo.edu\/oss<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>Top Reasons to Become an RA<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"sColumn col-sm-12 col-md-12 col-lg-12\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  goldBox\"><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Top Reasons to Become an RA<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Make a Meaningful Impact<\/strong>: Build strong connections with residents and create opportunities to enrich their lives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Connect with Peers<\/strong>: Forge lasting friendships with fellow RA staff members who become some of your closest allies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gain Professional Experience<\/strong>: Enhance your resume with valuable skills and demonstrate your work ethic and responsibility to future employers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Embrace Leadership<\/strong>: Seize the chance to make impactful decisions that benefit your community and help you stand out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Acquire Essential Life Skills<\/strong>: Learn and grow through a variety of experiences that prepare you for the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Develop Lifelong Skills<\/strong>: Cultivate essential skills such as time management and self-discipline through your involvement at Ramapo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Enjoy Personal Fulfillment<\/strong>: Experience the rewarding nature of being an RA by taking on an important role and making your mark on campus.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stay Active<\/strong>: Conduct RA duty rounds in the hall, combining responsibility with cardio exercise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Create Engaging Events<\/strong>: Take charge of event planning and design events that support community and connection.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>RA Alternate Status<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<h2>RA Alternate<\/h2>\n<p>A select few RA applicants who are not offered an RA position may be offered RA Alternate Status. RA Alternates may be hired to fill any RA position in any residence hall, wherever a position becomes available and is offered to the RA Alternate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>RA Alternate Status is not compensated. Beyond attending ORL Staff Training, RA Alternates have no other work responsibilities during the academic year and there is no guarantee of employment.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates must attend ORL Staff Training and follow the Training Attendance Policy.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates will be evaluated during and after ORL Staff Training to ensure they still qualify to be an RA Alternate.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternates &#8220;Shadow&#8221; a particular residence hall staff during ORL Staff Training.<\/li>\n<li>RA Alternate Status expires within the same academic year. If no RA position is offered by the time the next RA Staff Selection Process begins and the RA Alternate is still interested, they must re-apply for an RA position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"collapsableContent\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"collapsableTitle\"><span class=\"fa-stack\"><i class=\"fa fa-circle fa-stack-2x\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-up fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i><\/span>For Current Student Staff ONLY<\/div><div class=\"c_content\">\n<div class=\"infoBox col-sm-12 col-lg-12  grayBox\" style=\"height: 195px;\"><div class=\"boxTitle\">For Current Residence Life Staff Only<\/div><div class=\"boxContent\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">ALL Current RAs and SARDs | <span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/reslife\/reappointment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2026-2027 RA Application Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025 before 2:00pm THE APPLICATION PROCESS HAS CLOSED 2026-2027 Academic Year RA Positions Questions? 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