Join our Student Staff

As a member of the Student Housing Office Staff, the Area Office Assistant (AOA) plays an important role in supporting residents and helping maintain a welcoming living environment within the residence halls and apartments.

Area Office Assistants provide administrative and customer service support in the Area Offices and assist residents with resources and general housing-related inquiries. This position reports to the Resident Services Operations Supervisor.

AOAs are expected to perform their responsibilities in alignment with the LMU Student Conduct Code, University policies and regulations, and departmental standards.

Why Work as an Area Office Assistant?
• Flexible work schedule that fits around your class commitments
• On-campus employment experience within Student Housing
• Opportunity to build customer service, communication, and administrative skills

⸻
Position Responsibilities

Area Office Assistants support daily operations in the Area Offices and help ensure residents receive the resources and assistance they need.

Responsibilities include:

• Distributing and checking out supplies and resources to residents
• Responding to student inquiries and providing general housing information
• Performing administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining office logs
• Maintaining a clean and organized Area Office environment
• Assisting residents with submitting maintenance work orders
• Providing information about university services and campus resources
• Supporting quality customer service for all residents and visitors
• Working scheduled office hours, including during exam periods and some holidays
• Attending staff meetings and required training sessions
• Contributing ideas and feedback that support the residential community experience
• Completing additional projects and tasks as assigned by Student Housing staff

Pay Rate: $17.87 per hour

⸻
Application Process

The Student Housing Office will begin accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Area Office Assistant beginning March 9, 2026.

Application Timeline

•  Application Opens: March 9, 2026

•  Priority Application Deadline: March 27, 2026

•  Interview Notifications Sent: March 30 – April 2, 2026

•  AOA Interviews: Starting April 6 (offered on a rolling basis) 

•  Application Closes: April 17, 2026

•  Hiring Notifications: April 24, 2026

•  Role Acceptance Deadline: April 27, 2026

Students interested in the position should Apply Here.

⸻
Qualifications

To be considered for the Area Office Assistant position, applicants must:

• Must be available for all training dates (dates listed on application). No exceptions.

• Must have completed at least one semester of enrollment at Loyola Marymount University prior to appointment.

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and throughout employment
• Be a full-time registered LMU student
• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in 12–18 units per semester unless otherwise approved by the department
• Be in good standing with the department and the University, including no significant or recent student conduct history

As a member of the Student Housing Office (SHO), the Facilities Assistant (FA) is responsible for assisting the Residential Facilities Supervisor (RFS) and the Assistant Director of Residential Facilities (ADRF) with carrying out the day-to-day operations of the SHO Facilities Department.

Why Work as a FA?

•  On-campus employment experience within Student Housing

•  Opportunity to build customer service, communication, and time-management skills

•  Flexible work schedule, during the academic year, that fits around your class commitments

•  During the summer term, FAs would get a full 40 hours per week

Position Responsibilities include:

•  Stock Area Offices with supplies, during the academic year.

•  Set up and re-configure beds.

•  Move furnishings to and from storage rooms.

•  Inventory, clean and arrange storage areas.

•  Set up rooms and apartments for occupancy.

•  Install or remove blind hardware and blinds.

•  Survey the condition of rooms, apartments, and common areas.

•  Remove, install and/or repair window screens.

•  Accompany vendors and contractors while working in residential facilities.

•  General filing and record keeping.

•  Drive University carts and other vehicles.

⸻
Preferred Skills and Qualities

•  Must be familiar with the safe and proper techniques of lifting heavy objects and general safety practices. On the job training will be     provided.

•  Provide residents and conferees with information regarding SHO facilities and services.

•  Always Work cooperatively with all SHO staff members.

•  Maintain on-going communication concerning residents and facilities with the RFS, the ADRF and SHO.

•  Follow established channels when voicing opinions of SHO and University policy, procedures, and processes.

•  FAs are expected to act in an honest, conscientious, courteous, and professional manner at all times, showing respect for people of all backgrounds, races, genders, interests and abilities.

•  FAs are expected to serve as role models by abiding by all University and SHO policies.

Qualifications

To be considered for the FA position, applicants must:

•  Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and throughout employment

•  Be a full-time registered LMU student

•  Undergraduate students must be enrolled in 12–18 units per semester unless otherwise approved by the department

•  Be in good standing with the department and the University, including no significant or recent student conduct history

Pay Rate: $17.87 per hour

⸻
Application Process

Beginning March 9, 2026, the Student Housing Office will begin accepting applications for Summer 2026 FAs & 2026-2027 FA.

•  Summer 2026 Dates of Employment

• • May 14 – August 30

•  2026-2027 Academic Year Dates of Employment

• • August 31, 2026 – May 15, 2027

Interested students should complete the supplemental application online.

Summer Application | Fall Application

Note: You will still need to apply in WorkDay to be officially hired.

As a member of the Student Housing Office Staff, the Front Office Assistants (FOAs) supports the daily operations of the Student Housing Office and helps create a welcoming environment for students, families, and campus visitors.

FOAs assist current and prospective students, parents, LMU professional staff, and members of the public. This position reports to the Resident Services Operations Supervisor and requires staff to perform their responsibilities in alignment with the LMU Student Conduct Code, University policies and regulations, and departmental standards.

Why Work as a Front Office Assistant?

• Flexible work schedule that fits around your class commitments
• On-campus employment experience within Student Housing
• Opportunity to build customer service, communication, and administrative skills

⸻
Position Responsibilities

Front Office Assistants serve as a hospitality representative for the Student Housing Office and support daily administrative operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting visitors and assisting with general inquiries in person, by phone, and via email
• Directing students and guests to appropriate offices or resources
• Performing general administrative tasks such as filing and preparing office materials
• Maintaining a clean and welcoming office environment
• Issuing temporary room access when necessary
• Assisting with mailings, errands, and office organization
• Supporting departmental initiatives and special projects as assigned

⸻
Preferred Skills and Qualities

Front Office Assistants should demonstrate the ability to:
• Manage multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Use sound judgment and take initiative when assisting guests or resolving issues
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive student information
• Follow university policies and secure documentation procedures

Pay Rate: $17.87 per hour

⸻
Application Process

The Student Housing Office will begin accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Front Office Assistant beginning March 9, 2026.

Application Timeline

• Application Opens: March 9, 2026

• Priority Application Deadline: March 27, 2026

• Interview Notifications Sent: March 30 – April 2, 2026

• FOA Interviews: Starting April 6 (offered on a rolling basis)

• Application Closes: April 17, 2026

• Hiring Notifications: April 24, 2026

• Role Acceptance Deadline: April 27, 2026

Interested students should complete the supplemental application online.

Summer Application | Fall Application

Qualifications

To be considered for the Front Office Assistant position, applicants must:

• Must be available for all training dates (dates listed on application). No exceptions.

• Must have completed at least one semester of enrollment at Loyola Marymount University prior to appointment.

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and throughout employment
• Be a full-time registered LMU student
• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in 12–18 units per semester unless otherwise approved by the department
• Be in good standing with the department and the University, including no significant or recent student conduct history

The Student Housing Office will begin accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Resident Advisor position on October 31, 2025. Please navigate to our RA Selection LEO Portal for full details on the process, specifics on info sessions, and access to the 26-27 Resident Advisor Application.

2026-2027 RA Selection Process Timeline:

• APPLICATION OPENS: October 31, 2025
• INFORMATION SESSIONS: November 17, 2025 – January 5, 2026
• APPLICATION DUE: January 5, 2026, at 12 PM (NOON)
• INTERVIEW NOTIFICATIONS: January 14, 2026
• RA INTERVIEWS: January 22, 2026 – January 27, 2026  
• HIRING NOTIFICATIONS: February 6, 2026
• ROLE ACCEPTANCE DEADLINE: February 9, 2026
• ACCEPTED RA MIX & MINGLE: February 12, 2026 (Time TBA)
• PLACEMENT NOTIFICATIONS: February 20, 2026

Qualifications:

In order to be considered for the RA position, you must have the following qualifications:

• Applicants must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application and for the duration of their appointment.
• Applicants must be a full-time registered student (undergraduates must be enrolled in no more than 18 and no less than 12 credit hours per semester) at the time of application and for the duration of their appointment unless provided permission otherwise from the department.
• Applicants must have at least sophomore standing (24 credit hours completed) and must have completed at least one semester of enrollment at Loyola Marymount University prior to appointment.
• Applicants must be in good standing with the Department and University, including no significant or recent student conduct history.
• Applicants must agree to live in the residence hall assignment provided by the Student Housing Office for the duration of their position.
• Applicants must agree to not hold another high-profile student leadership position during their appointment, such as ASMLU E-Board, Traveling NCAA Athlete, Orientation Leader, & RHA E-Board, etc.
• Applicants must attend one Information Session in order to be eligible to apply. Dates and locations/links to each session can be found on our RA Selection LEO Portal. You only need to attend ONE session to be in compliance.

If you have any questions, please email RASelection@lmu.edu. You may also contact the Student Housing Office at (310) 338-2963 for more information.  

The Social Media & Marketing Assistant helps support Student Housing’s outreach and communication with students by creating engaging content and helping promote housing programs, events, and important updates. This role focuses on highlighting the residential student experience and helping keep students informed about resources, deadlines, and opportunities within Student Housing.

Students in this position assist with creating social media content, capturing photos or videos at housing events, and supporting marketing efforts that promote Student Housing initiatives. Social Media & Marketing Assistants work closely with the Student Housing team to help maintain an active social media presence and share ideas for content that resonates with students.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Help create and schedule content for Student Housing social media platforms
• Take photos or videos at housing events and programs
• Assist with creating graphics or promotional materials
• Support marketing efforts for housing events, resources, and important deadlines
• Share creative ideas to help increase engagement with residential students
• Help ensure posts and materials align with university guidelines and messaging

Preferred Skills
• Interest in marketing, communications, or social media
• Familiarity with platforms such as Instagram and Facebook
• Experience with tools like Canva or other design/video editing apps
• Strong communication and creativity
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Pay Rate: $17.87 per hour

⸻
Application Process

The Student Housing Office will begin accepting applications for the 2026–2027 Social Media & Marketing Assistant beginning March 13, 2026.

Students interested in the position should Apply Here!

⸻
Qualifications

To be considered for the Area Office Assistant position, applicants must:

• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of application and throughout employment
• Be a full-time registered LMU student
• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in 12–18 units per semester unless otherwise approved by the department
• Be in good standing with the department and the University, including no significant or recent student conduct history