Student Staff Recruitment

• All Student Staff Applicants must have lived on-campus for at least 2 semesters (can include current semester), within the previous 5 academic years.
• All Student Staff Applicants must have earned a minimum 2.3 Semester GPA and 2.5 Cumulative GPA for consideration of employment.
• Student Staff Employees must maintain a 2.3 Semester GPA and 2.5 Cumulative GPA during employment.
• All student staff are required to be CPR First Aid certified.
• All student staff are required to attend weekly meetings on Mondays from 9pm - 10:30pm.
• Prior to completing a Student Staff Application Form, be sure to understand the responsibilities and commitment involved in each position you apply.
• The Office of Housing and Residence Life conducts student conduct background checks of all applicants prior to applicants receiving an interview for the position.  Student conduct records may affect all applicant's ability to be hired as a student staff member.
• All selection & hiring correspondence, including offers of employment/student staff position, will be sent via FSU Email. Please be certain your FSU Email account is working properly and you check your account frequently.
• If offered employment/student staff position, you must have appropriate identification and bank information available to complete job acceptance paperwork. (Must be official, government issued documents)

• Passport or
• State issued drivers license / state issued identification card and social security card or birth certificate

Checking or Savings Account Number and Bank's Routing Number (Mandatory Direct Deposit for Payroll)

Resident Advisor (RA)

Resident Advisor Job Description

Community Advisor (CA)

Community Advisor Job Description

Senior Staff Advisor (SSA)

Senior Staff Advisor Job Description

Summer Resident Advisor (SRA)

Summer Resident Advisor Job Description

Summer Community Advisor (SCA)

Summer Community Advisor Job Description

Summer Camp Assistant (SCaA)

Summer Camp Assistant Job Description

Summer Senior Staff Advisor (Summer SSA)

Summer SSA Job Description

1. Make sure to read all position descriptions and requirements before applying. Make sure to read all of these instructions, as it is intended to guide you step by step through the application process.
2. Before you submit your application, make sure you have these things ready and completed. You have made a "Resume" and "Cover Letter" and have saved them both as a PDF. Please upload your documents as PDF format.
3. Additionally, you will need to list 3 references. One of them absolutely has to be your current Resident Advisor or Community Advisor. If you currently live off campus, please use your former RA/CA.
4. Log into your Ferris360 account.
5. Search for "MyHousing" on the search bar on the top.
6. Click on the "MyHousing" link
7. In the MyHousing screen, click on "Contracts"
8. A drop down menu should appear. Click on "Student Staff Recruitment"
9. You should now be at the application. Make sure to read the application fully. Then sign in the bottom box and click "Continue"
10. There will now be a series of questions for you to answer.
11. At the bottom of this page there is a button labeled "Choose File." This is where you will upload your cover letter and resume. Click the button and upload both files. Remember that they should be in PDF format. You do not need to upload a reference page.
12. Once you have finished with everything on this page, click "Continue."
13. You should end up at a "Thank You for Applying" page. You will also receive this thank you letter as an email with your application attached.
14. The week after applications close,  you will receive an email regarding your applicant status and potential interview signup. Interviews will take place the following week. 
15. Congratulations, you are now finished applying for Housing and Residence Life Student Staff. There will be confirmation emails and information sent out before interviews take place.

1. Make sure to read all position descriptions and requirements before applying. Make sure to read all of these instructions, as it is intended to guide you step by step through the application process.
2. Before you submit your intent, make sure you have these things ready and completed. You have made a "Resume" and "Cover Letter" and have saved them both as a PDF. Please upload your documents as PDF format.
3. Log into your Ferris360 account
4. Log into your Ferris360 account.
5. Search for "MyHousing" on the search bar on the top.
6. Click on the "MyHousing" link.
7. In the MyHousing screen, click on "Contracts"
8. A drop down menu should appear. Click on "Student Staff Rehire"
9. You should now be at the intent. Make sure to read the intent fully. The intent lists the different types of options and positions available during rehire. Then sign in the bottom box and click "Continue"
10. There will now be a series of questions for you to answer.
11. Once you have finished with everything on this page, click "Continue."
12. You should end up at a "Thank You for submitting your intent" page. This page contains links to to sign up for a presentation time. Presentations are mandatory to be completed. You will also receive your application and this thank you letter in your email.
13. Congratulations, you are now finished submitting your rehire intent for Housing and Residence Life Student Staff. There will be confirmation emails and information sent out before presentations take place.

Resident Advisor

• Room and Meal Plan Provided
• Monetary Stipend
• Minimum Wage

Community Advisor

• Room and Meal Plan Provided
• Monetary Stipend
• Minimum Wage
• Ability to be work a second on campus job (up to 20 hours)

Q: What should I include in my Cover Letter?

A: Your cover letter should consist of 3 paragraphs: Introduction paragraph should detail how you learned about the position and why you are writing it. The body paragraph should address the following three questions: What skilled do you possess which will help you be an excellent student staff member for the Office of Housing and Residence Life? How will a student staff position help to shape your future career plans? What responsibilities of these jobs made you interested in a student staff position? Finally, the conclusion paragraph should be a thank you to the employer for considering you as a candidate.

Q: What is Group Process?

A: Group Process will consist of 3 team building activities that you will work then work with other candidates to complete.

Q: What do I wear to Group Process?

A: Casual clothing is 100% acceptable. Jeans and sweatshirt are a good example.

Q: How long does Group Process take?

A: Plan on being there for 3 hours. Most candidates enjoy the atmosphere and fun activities planned.

Q: How early should I show up for Interviews and Group Process?

A: Please try to be 5-10 minutes early for both your interview and group process.

Q: What should I wear to Interviews?

A: Interviews are set to be business causal. While we give our examples on what to wear, we are understanding for those who may not be able to afford buying new clothes for an interview. We encourage applicants to utilize the First Lady's Attic in UC 134. The First Lady's Attic provides 1 free complete professional outfit for all students during their college career. Examples: Dress, Khakis and a Polo, Black Pants and Button up shirt.

Q: Do I have to keep a certain GPA to stay on staff?

A: Yes, all student staff are required to maintain a 2.3 semester GPA and a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

1. The department first checks to ensure all candidates have met the requirements.
2. Candidates that meet all requirements are offered the opportunity to participate in the hiring process.
3. First Round Interviews: During the second week of February (approximately), one 20 minute Zoom interview with 3 housing staff members
4. After all  candidates have completed the first round interview, candidates will be notified of their status in the process.
5. Second Round Interviews (If offered): During the third week of February (approximately), two 20 minute in-person interviews.  The first will be with the professional staff members of housing.  The second will be with student staff members of housing.
6. Candidates will be officially notified of the outcome of their hiring process during the second week of March (approximately) via their Ferris email.

If you have questions about student staff positions or the student staff selection process, please contact your Resident/Community Advisor, your Hall/Community Director, or email [email protected].