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43210BR

Extended Job Title:

Summer Community Advisor 2026

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech University

Position Description:

The Summer Community Advisor (SCA) has primary responsibilities in community building, administration, on-call/crisis response and departmental and campus support. The SCA is responsible for establishing a community environment that is focused on student learning and student success. In order to accomplish this, the SCA is expected to play a variety of roles. The Summer CA must be flexible and creative in their role as an educator, advisor, mentor, and educational programmer to meet the needs of their residents. This position requires a substantial time commitment and the ability to be available and accessible to the members of their community. The Summer Community Advisor is a member of the Residence Life Student Staff and is supervised by Residence Life Professional Staff. In the event of a vacancy, staff may be asked to fulfill a role or have other job duties added to their position to meet the needs of the students and the department. Every effort will be made to recruit and fill positions quickly as possible to allow staff to return to the duties for which they originally were hired.

Requisition ID:

43210BR

Travel Required:

None

Major/Essential Functions:

Community Building

+ Implement the Student Engagement Model within assigned community promoting the Connection Points of academic success, life skills, wellness, and community engagement.

+ Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet the needs of complex residents via programming, addressing student needs, etc.

+ Connect and build relationships with residents via various mediums including face to face and electronic communication.

+ Promote community development via building walkthroughs, programming and visibility within the hall to foster student ownership and care of residential facilities.

+ Participate in required emergency drills (Fire Drills, Severe Weather Drills etc.) and complete any required paperwork or follow-up.

+ Complete desk shifts at 24-hour desk as assigned.

+ Assist residents in the completion of Roommate/Suitemate agreements and mediate conflicts as they arise.

+ Maintain appearance of residential facilities through bulletin boards, door decorations, and current postings of information and events.

+ Communicate student needs to appropriate professional staff.

Administration

+ Complete appropriate proposals, evaluations, and intentional interactions as required for the Residential Curriculum.

+ Complete appropriate budget proposals and paperwork as assigned.

+ Complete student of concern and incident reporting via Maxient system.

+ Provide excellent customer service to residents, visitors and guests.

+ Utilize departmental databases and online systems necessary for the operation of the rsidential complex, including but not limited to EZ track-it, Roompact, and StarRez.

+ Attend all required meetings including staff meetings and individual meetings with supervisor.

On-Call/Crisis Response

+ During assigned dedication shifts, be accessible by the complex on-call number and respond as needed to resident concerns.

+ Participate in dedication shifts whenever residence halls are open, which may include student break periods and holidays.

+ Be available on a call-to-duty status whenever residence halls are in operation and assist Residence Life staff with residence hall and campus emergencies and major events.

+ Work with University Student Housing professional staff and external stakeholders, including the Coordinator On-Call, Night Operations, Texas Tech Police Department, and Crisis Hotline, to respond to student concerns or incidents within the residence halls.

+ Ensure accurate reporting and provide follow-up necessary with student concerns.

Departmental and Campus Support

+ Support departmental initiatives within Residence Life including Summer School Housing, Student Leadership and Summer Conferences.

+ collaborate with key stakeholders to support the academic success of residential students. This includes connecting students with appropriate academic support resources.

+ Familiarize self with area and campus resources designed to promote student success and make necessary referrals.

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

On-call rotation and office shifts scheduled to support a 24-hour desk operation.

Work Location:

Lubbock

Department:

University Student Housing

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Part Time

Job Group:

Student Job Group

Shift:

Other

Required Qualifications:

Student currently enrolled in at least six (6) hours.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.