DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENCE LIFE
RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COORDINATOR FAQ SHEET
- Who can apply to be a RLC?
All RLCs must hold
at bachelors’ degree from an accredited university and must be
accepted to a program of post graduate education at either the
masters or doctoral level at Fayetteville State University.
- Do I have to have an undergraduate
degree from Fayetteville State University graduate to apply for
RLC?
No. The RLC
position is a competitive position. The Department of Residence
Life is looking for the best candidates to fill the position
regardless of previous university or agency affiliation.
- What do the day-to-day responsibilities
consist of?
RLCs serve as a
resource for RAs and Hall Officers in assessing the needs of
residents and planning activities as well as maintaining accurate
hall incident records and policy violations. RLC’s also maintain
flexible and regular office hours on a weekly basis and assist with
room assignments and coordination of the student check-in check-out
process.
- Is it required for a RLC to stay on
campus?
Yes. It is
required the RLCs reside on campus in the residence hall that they
are assigned.
- What types of credentials must a RLC
possess?
RLCs must be able
to manage and run a residence hall to include monthly reports,
implement programs and department objectives, and interact
positively with students, their staff and administration. RLCs must
also establish themselves in the residence hall as an academic,
professional and goal orientated role model.
- What are the benefits of being a RLC?
RLCs are afforded
the opportunity to begin their professional career and advance their
education concurrently. Upon graduation RLCs will have the
advantage of having two years of work experience over all other
graduates in their field of study. RLCs will be members of
professional state and regional organizations that will give them
opportunities to meet and network with other colleges, universities
and businesses. Additionally RLCs are paid a competitive hourly
wage and are allowed to reside on campus in an apartment suite free
of charge.
- Are there additional responsibilities
of the position?
RLCs must conduct
one educational program per month that focuses on their are of
academic study/interest. The will be additional responsibilities
per the request of Fayetteville State University and/or Department
of Residence Life administration.
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