Job Description

Residential Advisor (RA) – 2027

About the role

Residential Advisors are key student leaders who help foster a safe, inclusive and connected community at Ormond College.

Working closely with the Dean of Student Community, RAs are visible and approachable members of College life, supporting student wellbeing, inclusion and engagement. They build positive relationships with students, provide an initial point of support and referral, and help create a positive and respectful College culture.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Build positive relationships with students and be an approachable point of contact for support and referral.
• Promote student wellbeing, inclusion, engagement and positive community behaviours.
• Work collaboratively with the RA team, Student Support Committee, General Committee and other student leaders.
• Attend and support College events, activities and wellbeing initiatives.
• Respond appropriately to student concerns and escalate wellbeing or safety matters where required.
• Participate in required meetings, training and professional development.

RAs are expected to maintain an active presence in College life, including attending one Formal Hall dinner per week, approximately 6–8 College events per semester, and occasional Monday evenings during semester.

About you

We’re looking for students who are:

• Empathetic, approachable and community-minded.
• Actively engaged in the Ormond community.
• Reliable, organised and effective communicators.
• Collaborative and able to exercise sound judgement.
• Committed to creating a respectful and inclusive community.

Eligibility

We are recruiting for up to nine positions for 2027.

Applicants must be 18 years or older and third-year Ormond students in 2027. Positions are primarily available to residential students; however, up to one non-residential student may be appointed.

Successful applicants will also need to hold or obtain an RSA, First Aid certificate and Employee Working with Children Check, and complete the College's required GBV declaration.

Employment details

Employment type: Part-time, fixed-term

Period: 6 February – 30 October 2027

Hours: 8 hours per week, with additional hours in February for training and Orientation Week

Salary: $33.04 per hour

Reports to: Dean of Student Community

How to apply

Apply via Employment Hero with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation for becoming an RA and the skills and experience you would bring to the role.

Applications close on Monday 14th September @ 10am