Employment

Employment opportunities

The Office of Residence Life employs more than 300 full- and part-time employees each year. Working in Residence Life is a tremendous experience, one where you will make great friends, have a lot of fun and make a difference in the lives of others. Residence hall positions are reserved for students living on campus.

Hall positions

 

Fitness room worker  

This positition works in the fitness room in Eicher/LeFevre or Harrison/Stinson afternoons or evenings. Responsiblities include answering questions, spotting residents, cleaning equipment and monitoring the fitness room. Workers average 8-12 hours per week. Work-study students are encouraged to apply. Only students living in the residence halls are eligible for this postion.

Front desk worker

 

This position works at the front desk evenings and weekends; hours vary based on the residence hall. Responsibilities include answering questions, checking out equipment, guest sign in and mail services. Workers average eight to 12 hours per week. Work-study students are encouraged to apply. Only students living in the residence halls are eligible for this position.

Hall office manager

 

This position addresses student needs between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. in the hall office, as well as assists the hall director. Administrative and organizational skills are required. Office managers worn an average 10 to 20 hours per week. Students living in the residence halls have priority for the OM position.

Mug Shots coffeehouse worker

 

Mug Shots workers prepare a variety of coffee-based beverages and smoothies. Mugshots is open 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. weekdays and 6 p.m. to midnight daily.

Student Staff Positions

 

Resident assistant - residence halls

Resident manager - WMU Apartments
To inquire contact Adam Wall

 

Graduate and professional positions

Graduate assistant hall director

Hall director

     
*For information pertaining to hall staff positions, contact your hall director, or check Bronco Jobs Plus for listings.
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Office of Residence Life
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5312 USA
(269) 387-4735 | (269) 387-4786 Fax
RL-staff@wmich.edu