Graduate Hall Advisor

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Temporary Employee

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

09999

Position Overview

Position Summary

Winston-Salem State University is accepting applications for the Graduate Hall Advisor position for the 2026-2027 academic school year.

Under the supervision of a Residence Education Coordinator, the Graduate Hall Advisor (GHA) coordinates and implements a comprehensive program for 250-400 residents in one or two residence halls that will enhance their academic, career, social, and interpersonal success. Some specific duties include supervising, training, and motivating a staff of 5-11 Resident Advisors, assessing resident needs, and daily facility management. The Graduate Hall Advisor will also assists the Residence Education Coordinator in the implementation of administrative responsibilities for the unit(s), including but not limited to conduct, roommate mediations, care report follow-up, on-call duty rotation, and managing the daily hall operations in the Residence Education Coordinator absence.

Administration and Leadership 40%

• Maintain weekly scheduled office hours during hours of operation Monday- Friday

• Prepare correspondences, reports, and maintain appropriate records

• Respond to inquiries, phone calls and emails in a timely manner

• Provide administrative support to direct supervisor for day-to-day hall operation

• Attend weekly residence education team meetings

• Meet weekly with Resident Advisors and direct supervisor

• Serve on Departmental Committees

• Respond to incidents and concern quickly and efficiently

Department Responsibilities 20%

• Attend weekly residence education team meetings

• Assist with department assessment initiatives

• Participate in departmental meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities

• Assist with the opening and closing of residence halls

• Work to prevent crisis and respond appropriately to crisis situations as they arise

• Assist with the recruitment, selection of Resident Advisors, Desk Attendants.

• Assist with training and development of student staff.

• Serve on the professional staff on call rotation for crisis management

Community Development and Facility Management 40%

• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for residents and student staff

• Assist RAs with programming needs for residents

• Perform building rounds to build community and address facility concerns

• Report and follow up on housekeeping and maintenance concerns Address behavioral concerns with residents and create plan of action to correct concerns

• Co-Advise Hall Council with Residence Education Coordinator

• Mentor residents and staff in areas that assist with their development

• Assist with the management of student concerns, roommate mediations, and educational conduct conversations

Terms for Employment

• This appointment is for one academic year with the option to return for an additional year based on performance

• 10-month contract with the start date of July 17th, 2026, to May 18th, 2027

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Mission of Housing and Residence Life at WSSU is to provide a Residential Experience that fosters a holistic-learning atmosphere which challenges a community of diverse scholars while encouraging collaboration, accountability, responsibility, service, and leadership preparing our students to engage in the global community.

Instrumental to the success of our mission is to provide:

• Safe, Secure, and Comfortable living conditions which are conducive to the pursuit of academic excellence.

• Programs that address cultural, physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual development of our students.

• Technology that enhances intellectual pursuits and student success.

• An Awareness of the benefits and needs associated with community living.

Position Information

Position Number

AUF660

Working Position Title

Graduate Hall Advisor

Temporary Job Type

Non Student

Approved Competency Level

Contributing

Building and Room No.

Cleon F. Thompson Jr. Student Services Center

Suite 301

Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week]

Shifts Vary, Monday-Friday. 8am-2am. Weekends as Required

Hours per week

Months per year

Appointment Type

Temporary Full-Time

Appointment Type

If Time Limited.

No

Appointment Length.

10 month

DHR Assigned Fields

FTE

.5

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Yes

Minimum Experience/Education

• Earned bachelor’s degree and currently enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program.

• The Graduate Hall Advisor must remain in good academic standing with the Graduate School throughout the term of employment.

• The Graduate Hall Advisor must be available for the stipulated contract period as outlined in her/his appointment letter. These dates include the July, August, and January training periods, opening and closing of the residence halls, and applicable on-duty periods.

• Nonacademic outside employment is not permitted.

Required skills include:

• Demonstrated ability to lead peers in the development, planning, and implementation of student-led programs, activities, and services.

• Demonstrated experience with the use of technology, to include social media and Microsoft office.

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to listen and problem solve.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

Valid US Driver's License

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required

No

Physical Required

No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

TEMP00417P

Number of Vacancies

Internal Posting Only

No

Position Type

Temporary

Time Limited Position

Appointment Length

Salary

17,500

Open Date

05/27/2026

Close Date

06/17/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at ***email_hidden***. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834