Online references can be submitted only between Tuesday, November 20, 2007 and 11:59 PM MST on Sunday, January 27, 2008.

Paper references can also be submitted starting on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 through 5 PM on Friday, January 25, 2008. If submitting a paper reference, please send it to:

Linda Kasper
Assistant Director of Residence Life
PO Box 210182
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0182
Fax: (520) 626-6348

References will need the following information:

• Applicant’s name
• Applicant ID number (given online)
• Reference password

To the Reference:

You will need the preceding information to log on to the Resident Assistant Selection web site. Once online, you will be asked to provide information on your own background, your relationship to the applicant, and your estimation of the applicant’s abilities. Since your statement about the applicant is embedded in the online form, it may be helpful for you to type your response in a word processing application before you begin. You can then cut and paste that text into the prescribed form. When you are finished drafting your response, please click on "Submit Reference Online" to complete the reference process.

In your statement, we ask that you answer the following questions:

• How long have you known the candidate and in what capacity?
• Please discuss the candidate’s ability to build relationships and community.
• What do you consider to be the candidate’s greatest potential strength in this position?
• After looking at the job description what aspects of the position will be most challenging for the candidate?
• Is there anything else you would like to share about the candidate?
• Would you hire the candidate for a similar position? Why or why not?

The reference and applicant will receive a confirmation E-mail to acknowledge receipt of the reference.

Reference Timeline:

References may be submitted online between Tuesday, November 20, 2007 and 11:59:00 PM MST on Sunday, January 27, 2008. Online references are preferred; however, paper references will be accepted if received by Friday, January 25, 2008. If submitting a paper reference, please send it to:

Linda Kasper
Assistant Director of Residence Life
PO Box 210182
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0182
Fax: (520) 626-6348

Resident Assistant Position Description:

Resident Assistants (RAs) build community by putting on social, academic, health and diversity-focused programs to help residents get to know each other and to involve them in the hall community. RAs also play an important role in what goes on 'behind the scenes' in our residence halls, making sure the buildings are safe, secure and comfortable environments in which to live. They help residents during the opening and closing of the residence halls, as well as throughout the year should residents choose to move out early or switch rooms during the year. RAs are responsible for facilitating and constructing an inclusive culture in their building. They do this by mentoring residents through personal, relational, social, cultural, emotional, and academic concerns. Additionally, RAs create a dynamic atmosphere in the residence halls that supports the individual achievement of residents and promotes a socially, culturally, and educationally enriching experience for everyone.