Now Hiring RA’s!
Want to learn to be a strong leader, make a
positive influence in the lives of others, gain
valuable job experience, and…
HAVE FUN DOING IT?
Go to: www.centennialresidence.com > Residents
to download the application packet.
Group Interview - Tuesday, March 31st
Individual Interviews - Thursday, April 2nd
For More Information Email: [email protected]
RESIDENT ASSISTANT APPLICATION LETTER
March 24, 2015
Dear Resident Assistant Applicant:
Thank you for your interest in a Resident Assistant position at Centennial College. Canadian
Campus Communities is proud to invite student leaders with a strong commitment to
developing community to apply for the Resident Assistant position at Centennial College. As
Canadian Campus Communities employees, the RAs are responsible for facilitating positive
relationships among students and staff, and for performing a variety of duties critical to the
success of the community. Please take some time to carefully read this letter. If, after reading
all of the information, you are interested in applying for the Resident Assistant position, please
continue the application process by completing the following steps:
1. Complete the application included in this package. Please include:
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Completed employment application
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Your résumé
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Answers/Responses to the supplementary questions provided.
2.Please email by April 2nd (emailed from person filling them out):
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2 completed recommendation forms
All Resident Assistant candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered:
 Minimum of a 2.25 cumulative GPA
 Must maintain at least 9 hours of enrollment each academic term through
employment
 In good academic and judicial standing
The selection process and timeline is outlined below for your convenience. Please bring the
completed application package with you to the group interview which will be held on
March 31, 2015 at 5:30pm in the SC Boardroom.
CENTENNIAL RESIDENCE SELECTION PROCESS AND TIMELINE
Candidates submit RA application .................................................... March 31, 2015
Candidates submit completed Recommendation Forms (2) ................ April 2, 2015
Candidates participate in a Group Process ........................................ March 31, 2015
Candidates participate in Individual Interviews ................................. April 2, 2015
Offer letters sent to selected candidates via email ............................. April 9, 2015
All candidates who are offered and accept positions are required to attend:
Fall Training: ............................................................................... August TBD
Move in: ....................................................................................... September 6, 2015
Thank you for your interest in the Resident Assistant position. If you have any questions
regarding the position or the process, please email us at
[email protected]
Sincerely,
Brian Sellen
Regional Manager
Canadian Campus Communities
Employment Application
THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN OFFER OR CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT. It is used to evaluate suitability for employment. It is the policy of the
company to provide equal employment to all qualified persons without discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship,
disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under state or federal law. It is also the policy of the company to have the option of conducting preemployment screening before a job offer is made. If a job offer is made, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background
check and/or drug screen. This application will remain active for 30 days.
Personal Information
Today’s Date
PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT IN INK
Name
Social Insurance Number
Address
How Long?
City
Province
Postal Code
Daytime Telephone
Home Telephone
E-mail Address
Employment Information
Position for which you are applying
Date available for work
Check the following options you would consider
Full Time
Part Time
If part time, specify hours or days
What is your minimum salary requirement?
Temporary
Please answer all of the following questions. When necessary, note question number and use extra paper to provide explanation:
1) Are you at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in Canada?
YES
NO
2) Where you previously employed by CCC or ACC (American Campus Communities)?
3) Do you have any relatives or friends who work for CCC or ACC?
YES
NO
YES
NO
If YES, please provide dates:
If YES, who and where do they work?
4) Have you received a description of the job or been made aware of the essential functions of the job you are applying for?
5) Do you understand the job requirements?
YES
NO
Can you perform the essential functions of the job?
6) Are you currently bound by a noncompetition / nonsolicitation / nondisclosure agreement?
YES
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
If YES, please explain.
7) This position is subject to a criminal background check.
Are you willing to participate?
YES
NO
Education & Training
School Name
City and State
Major Course of Study
High School/GED
College
Other
Other job related skills or training:
List any languages that you speak fluently:
Read/write:
Degree/Diploma/
Certificate
Applicant Name: ______________________________________________________
Employment History
Most Recent Job Held
Experience beginning with the present or most recent job (use back or application, if necessary, to list ALL prior employers).
Name of Employer
City
Dates Employed: From (month/year) To (month/year)
Title
Name and Title of Supervisor
Telephone Number
May We Contact?
YES
NO
Province
Type of Employment:
Full Time
Part Time
Brief Description of Duties
Previous Employment
Reason for Leaving
Name of Employer
City
Dates Employed: From (month/year) To (month/year)
Title
Name and Title of Supervisor
Telephone Number
May We Contact?
YES
NO
Province
Type of Employment:
Full Time
Part Time
Brief Description of Duties
Previous Employment
Reason for Leaving
Name of Employer
City
Dates Employed: From (month/year) To (month/year)
Title
Name and Title of Supervisor
Telephone Number
May We Contact?
YES
NO
Province
Type of Employment:
Full Time
Part Time
Brief Description of Duties
Reason for Leaving
Agreement (please read the following statement carefully)
I authorize the investigation by Canadian Campus Communities (CCC) of all statements contained in this Application and release from all liability any persons
or employers supplying such information, and I also release CCC from all liability that might result from making the investigation. I certify that the facts and
information set forth in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or omission
of facts on this application (or any required documents) will be cause for denial of employment or immediate termination of employment regardless of when or
how discovered. I agree, if offered and accept a position, to conform to all existing and future company rules and regulations and I understand that CCC
reserves the right to change wages, hours and working conditions as deemed necessary. I understand that any employment offer is contingent upon my
providing, within three (3) working days of employment, valid proof of identity and eligibility to work.
I understand that CCC may obtain a consumer and/pr investigative consumer report for employment purposes that may include information regarding prior
employment, work experience and performance, reasons for employment termination, and information as to character, general reputation, personal
characteristics, or mode of living. The report may also contain a records check of driving, criminal, credit, education, degrees, professional licenses and/or
certification records depending on the position. By signing this application, I authorize the procurement of a consumer and/or investigative consumer report by
CCC as part of the pre-employment background investigation and if hired, at any time during my employment.
Signature
Date
Centennial Residence
RESIDENT ASSISTANT SELECTION ESSAY QUESTIONS
Please answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper and bring it with
completed application to the group interview in Room (
). Please note that
your application will not be considered complete until you submit your answers to these
questions.
1. BRIEF SELF DESCRIPTION
To obtain a better understanding of who you are and why you would like to be a
Community Assistant, please answer the following questions:
Why do you think you would be a good Resident Assistant?
Why would you like to be a Resident Assistant?
Describe your particular strengths and weaknesses that will have an impact
on your performance as a Resident Assistant?
2.
LEASING
Resident Assistants take an active role in maintaining 100% occupancy at the property
through outstanding customer service and effective leasing techniques. Please describe
your experience in sales and customer relations.
3.
PROGRAMMING
Resident Assistants actively participate in developing and implementing community
programs and events. These include social, recreational, cultural and educational
activities. Please indicate below six specific programs you would organize and implement
if you were selected as a Resident assistant. Please include in your list how the program
would contribute to the development of a healthy community.
RESIDENT ASSISTANT RECOMMENDATION
Centennial Residence
NAME OF CANDIDATE:
NAME OF REFERENCE:
TO BE COMPLETED BY CANDIDATE
Two recommendations are required. Please complete the short section which follows and forward
this form to the individuals you have selected to serve as a recommendation. They will need to
submit the completed form by MARCH 26, 2015.
Please check one of the following and sign below, indicating your preference.
□ I waive access to this evaluation, which shall be considered confidential.
□ I do not waive access to this evaluation, which shall be considered not confidential.
SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE:
DATE:
TO BE COMPLETED BY REFERENCE
COMMUNITY/RESIDENT ASSISTANT DESCRIPTION: A Resident Assistant (RA) is a
paraprofessional staff member who works as a team member facilitating the community
development at Centennial Residence. The RA receives direct supervision from a member of the
professional management staff and completes administrative tasks, plans activities to promote
community and student development, enforces community policies, responds to resident
concerns, and develops opportunities for positive interaction and learning. RAs must be able to
balance their commitments, manage their time, plan ahead, exercise sound judgment, and work
independently
How long and in what capacity have you known this candidate?
PLEASE CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX FOR EACH CATEGORY
Superior
Strong
Average
Weak
No Observation
Maturity
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Leadership
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Initiative
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Responsibility
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Communication Skills
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Organizational Skills
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Please comment on the candidate's ability to perform the duties of this position as
described above. Include specific examples to support your comments. Please
comment on areas of strength and challenge regarding this position. Feel free to attach
additional sheets of paper.
Please check only one of the following statements:
 I highly recommend this candidate
 I recommend this candidate
 I recommend this candidate with reservations
 I do not recommend this candidate
Signature:
Date:
Title:
Canadian Campus Communities thanks you for taking the time to complete
this recommendation on behalf of the candidate. Please return this form to
[email protected] by March 26, 2015.