2026-2027 Resident Advisor Selection
Thank you for your interest in applying for a Resident Advisor (RA) position with Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises Student Housing! To begin, please note that we are only able to accept RA applications from CPP students and not from any neighboring universities or colleges. We are filling RA positions at both The Current and University Village:
- The Current
- 2026-2027 Academic RA- minimum 10 positions available
- The Village
- Summer 2026 RA- 8-10 RA positions
- 2026-2027 Academic RA- 23 RA positions
In order to apply to be a Resident Advisor, you are required to go to one of our seven information meetings. The information meeting will cover the RA positions at The Current and the Village. At the information meeting, you will learn everything you need to know about the RA position, the application, and the selection process. The link to apply for the RA position will only be provided to the individuals who attend the information meetings so please remember, attendance is required to apply!
All of the information meetings will be held at the University Village Recreation Center with the exception of the Saturday, November 15th information meeting which will be held on Zoom (cameras on requirement).
Information Meeting Dates:
- Friday, November 7th- 4:00-5:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Sunday, November 9th- 7:00-8:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Tuesday, November 11th- 7:00-8:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Wednesday, November 12th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Saturday, November 15th- 1:00-2:30pm- Zoom
- (Zoom ID- 909 614 9678)
- Monday, November 17th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Thursday, November 20th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
Please RSVP for one of the information meetings by going to the link below. All those who RSVP will receive an email with information for where to go. Please do not submit multiple times. If you have RSVPed and need to change your time, email [email protected].
RSVP Meeting Link: https://tinyurl.com/2627RAInfoRSVP
Below you will find the job description for the RA position. We encourage you to read the job description should be fully read prior to applying. Please note that the contract dates for the positions are still tentative. Also, as the University Village and The Current grows and adapts to our ever-changing student population, this sometimes warrants making changes to the student job description. RA’s are compensated with free housing and $350 a month in the form of a meal plan.
You will also find a list of frequently asked questions regarding applying to be an RA at the Village as well as responses. Should you have any additional questions or need clarification about a position or the process, please email Kyle Sirowy, Assistant Director for Leadership Development, at [email protected].
Good luck!
Kyle Sirowy
Assistant Director for Leadership Development
Student Staff Selection Chair
FAQ Section
What positions are available?
Through our one online Student Leader application, applicants can apply for several options:
Compensation- Free housing and $350 monthly as a meal plan
University Village- Summer 2026 Resident Assistant (filling approximately 8-10 positions)
Compensation- Free housing and $350 monthly as a meal plan
University Village- 2026-2027 Resident Advisor (filling 23 positions)
Compensation- Free housing and $350 monthly as a meal plan
The Current- 2026-2027 Resident Advisor (filling a minimum of 10 positions)
Why is the information meeting required?
The RA position is unlike many other jobs in that you literally live where you work and the schedule can change on a week-to-week basis. With this in mind, we want to make sure we meet with all prospective candidates to confirm they understand what they are signing themselves up for. At the information meeting, you will learn everything you need to know about the RA position, the application, and the selection process. Only the students who attend the information meetings will receive the application link to apply for the RA position.
Information Meeting Dates:
- Friday, November 7th- 4:00-5:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Sunday, November 9th- 7:00-8:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Tuesday, November 11th- 7:00-8:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Wednesday, November 12th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Saturday, November 15th- 1:00-2:30pm- Zoom
- (Zoom ID- 909 614 9678)
- Monday, November 17th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
- Thursday, November 20th- 8:00-9:30pm, Village Recreation Center
Please RSVP for one of the information meetings by going to the link below. All those who RSVP will receive an email with information for where to go.
RSVP Meeting Link: https://tinyurl.com/2627RAInfoRSVP
What if none of the information meeting times work for me?
We have selected times that take place on each day of the week, including weekends, to best match people’s schedules. We think that at least one of the times should work for most/all candidates interested in applying. With that said, in the hopefully rare event that none of the times work for you, please email Kyle Sirowy at [email protected]. We cannot guarantee we will be able to accommodate a request but we will do our best to work with you.
Why are all the information meetings held at the Village and not The Current?
Since our information meetings are open to all of campus, the meeting space at the Village is more accessible while the meeting space at The Current is behind locked doors that only Current residents can access.
What does the application consist of?
On your application, you will be expected to provide some basic contact information, attach your resume as a PDF, attach a current photo of yourself, and complete a few short answer questions.
When are applications due?
Only candidates who attend the information meeting will receive the link to apply for the RA position. The application will be sent on Friday, November 21st to all candidates who attended the information meeting. The application will then be due by Friday, December 5th by 5:00pm
What happens next after I apply?
Depending on the total number of applications received, it may take some time to process through them. Once we have processed your application, you will receive an email from Kyle Sirowy stating it has been received (it may take a few days).
Once the application has closed on December 5th, we will be completing a conduct check through the University’s conduct system, Maxient, to see if each candidate has a conduct history. Additionally, we will be checking to see if there are any major outstanding financial charges the student owes the University Village or The Current. Candidates with major conduct histories and/or large outstanding balances will be cut from the process immediately. Lastly, we will verify that candidates meet the minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA requirement.
The next step will be that our supervisor team will be reviewing your application materials (resume, short answers) to make decisions on who we will be extending interview invites to. Decisions on who will be allowed to move forward in the process will be sent out no later than Monday, January 12th. All candidates will receive an email. This email will either be an invite to sign up for an interview or to let you know we aren’t able to have you move forward in the process.
Why are the position dates listed as subject to change?
As we know from the past few years, things are always subject to change. We are estimating what those dates might be based off the dates this current year. Finalized position dates are expected to be in place once position offers are made.
Do I have to be a Cal Poly student to apply?
Yes, given the nature of how the Resident Advisor positions are compensated, we are only able to have CPP students apply.
Will receiving a Student Leader position affect my financial aid?
Possibly. Each individual may be in a different position so it is best to go and speak with the Financial Aid Office about your situation.
Do I need to have lived on campus (either in the dorms, Suites, or the Village) before, in order to get a position?
No. We are looking for students who are excited to grow and develop as a leader, work with our residents to build community, and have an impact on the lives of students. It is not a requirement to have experience living in student housing at CPP.
If hired, do I get to pick my apartment and roomates?
If offered an RA position, you do not get to pick your apartment. You will be assigned to one of our RA apartments. However, you can pick your roommates. The only expectation is that you are not allowed to select your significant other as your roommate as this poses as a potential conflict of interests.
If I am a student leader at the Village, can I hold another campus job?
Yes you can, including other hourly positions with the Foundation. The only Foundation position you cannot apply for would be as part of the University Village Community Development Team (CD Team). The reason for this is the CD Team runs training concurrently with RA training and you cannot attend both at the same time. If holding any other position, you will still be required to attend RA training in it's entirety and make the RA position a priority.
How will becoming a Student Leader at the Village benefit me?
Serving as a Student Leader at the Village provides tremendous personal and professional growth opportunities. Whether you have aspirations to work in Student Affairs in the future or not, you will find that many of the skills you develop as a Student Leader (teamwork, leadership, communication, conflict resolution, planning/organization, etc.) are transferrable skills and can be used in any and all future professions. Regardless of the position, students will get the opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment and impact the lives of other students.