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Graduate Resident Assistant

Corban UniversitySalem, OregonGraduate

Graduate Resident Assistant

Department: Student Life

Starts: Summer 2026

MISSION: Educating Christians who will Make a Difference in the World for Jesus Christ.

SCHOLARSHIP: Full Housing and Meal Plan Provided (No tuition assistance or additional stipend provided)

SUMMARY: The Graduate Resident Assistant (GRA) supports the Area Coordinator in the holistic development of students by fostering a safe, spiritually formative, academically supportive, and community-oriented campus environment. As a member of the Student Life team, the GRA serves as a role model committed to the university’s mission, values, and doctrinal commitments. Responsibilities include commuter student care, community development, crisis response, policy enforcement, program leadership, and administrative support.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

Community Building & Student Development 

  • Cultivate a welcoming, and Christ-centered campus atmosphere.  
  • Build positive relationships with students through regular presence.  
  • Encourage involvement in campus life, discipleship, and academic support programs.  
  • Always model Christian character and professionalism.  

Spiritual Formation 

  • Facilitate spiritual opportunities such as small groups, devotionals, and prayer gatherings.  
  • Support students in their faith journey with encouragement and discernment.  

Programming & Educational Initiatives 

  • Help plan and facilitate monthly programs that support students’ learning, community building, and spiritual growth. 
  • Engage students in events that support holistic development.  
  • Promote campus-wide learning initiatives.  

Student Support & Conflict Management

  • Provide guidance to students experiencing personal, academic, or relational challenges.  
  • Use listening, mediation, and restorative practices to resolve conflicts.  
  • Refer students to appropriate campus support services.  

Policy Enforcement & Safety

  • Communicate and uphold student life policies and Corban University community expectations.  
  • Serve in the on-call rotation with Area Coordinators for emergency and after-hours needs.  
  • Conduct rounds and safety checks to maintain a secure environment.  

Administrative Responsibilities  

  • Attend weekly team meetings, training, and supervisory check-ins.  
  • Complete timely reports, programming documentation, and communications.  
  • Assist with hall openings, closings, and operational tasks. 

Training: 

  • All GRAs must attend training in early August and January before students return. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

Preferred:  

  • Previous experience in student life, student leadership, student ministry, or student support roles. (RA, student government, ministry team leader, etc.) 
  • Experience in conflict resolution, mentoring, or group facilitation. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree 
  • Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Corban University or qualify and be accepted into a Student Development graduate program at a CCCU institution and maintain good academic standing.  
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.  
  • Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion, empathy, and professionalism.  
  • Faithful Christian commitment and lifestyle consistent with the university’s mission as described in our Statement of Faith.   
  • On-call responsibilities are required one week per month during the academic year. 
  • Candidates should value an environment that reflects the diversity of God’s kingdom, engages with global issues, and builds meaningful cultural connections.  
  • GRA’s must live in provided on-campus housing. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  

  • Evening and weekend work as required by student life operations. 
  • Attendance at on- and off-campus events during non-business hours is an expected part of the role. 
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Corban University is a private comprehensive university of liberal arts, ministry, and professional studies with a mission to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. All employees are expected to model servant leadership in all aspects of their work. Corban values and recruits a workforce that is diverse in gender, age, ethnicity, race, and/or ability, and seeks employees who will interact with the Corban community in a way that reflects a commitment to cultural proficiency. Where permitted by law and consistent with the school’s history, mission, and core values, Corban exercises religious preference throughout the University. Employees must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, agree with the University Statement of Faith, evidence a mature Christian faith, and be an active member of a Bible-believing, Gospel-preaching local church.