Become a Student Leader with Student Housing and Residential Life and help shape the Cal State Monterey Bay community. Student Leaders play an important role in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging on-campus experience for residents.
Applications for the 2026–27 academic year open on Monday, November 3 at 11:00 a.m. and close on December 22 at 11:59 p.m. Positions are open to enrolled CSUMB students in good standing.
There are a variety of opportunities to match your interests, from leading residential communities to supporting housing operations, event planning, facilities, and marketing.
Benefits for You
Each role helps you build real-world skills, gain experience, and prepare for your future career.
Highlights:
- Build leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Create community and shape the on-campus experience
- Gain hands-on project and operations experience
- Make connections across campus
- Build affinity for being an Otter!
Note on compensation: Resident Advisors includes housing and meal plan benefits, and Community Advisors includes housing benefits. Other roles are hourly student assistant positions. See each role for details.
Role Details
| Role Name | Role Summary | Key Skills Gained | Time Commitment | Eligibility | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident Advisor (RA) | Live in community, support residents, and create a positive living environment. | Leadership, communication, and conflict facilitation | On-duty responsibilities during the academic year, Fall and Winter training, Monday meetings 12-2 p.m., and participation in campus events. Details in the job description. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Resident Advisor Position Description |
| Community Advisor (CA) | Support East Campus residents and help build a strong community. | Mentoring, problem-solving, and community engagement. | On-duty responsibilities during the academic year, Fall and Winter training, Monday meetings 12-2 p.m., and participation in campus events. Details in the job description. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Community Advisor Position Description |
| Programming Board Student Assistant | Plan and deliver events that build tradition and community. | Event planning, marketing, and teamwork. | 10 to 20 hours per week throughout the academic year. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Programming Board Student Assistant Position Description |
| Facilities Student Assistant | Assist with facility walkthroughs, work orders, and key inventory. | Operations, customer service, logistics, and maintenance coordination. | 10 to 20 hours per week throughout the academic year. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Facilities Student Assistant Position Description |
| Front Desk Student Assistant | Provide customer service and administrative support in Student Housing offices. | Customer service, communication, and data handling. | 15 to 20 hours per week throughout the academic year. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Front Desk Student Assistant Position Description |
| Marketing Content Student Assistant | Support content creation and promotion for Student Housing and Residential Life. | Social media, design, and media coverage. | 10 to 20 hours per week throughout the academic year. | Enrolled student in good standing. See the job description for GPA and conduct requirements. | 2026-27 Marketing Content Student Assistant Position Description |
How to Apply
- Visit the MyHousing portal and log in
- Select Student Leader Application 2026–27
- Complete all sections and upload any required materials
- Submit before December 22, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Information Sessions
Join a short session to learn about roles, ask questions, and get help with the application.
Dates and times will be posted here soon! Please check back in a week or two for updated information on session dates, times, and locations. If you’re unable to attend any of the sessions, a recording link will be posted here once available.
Timeline
Please note that we will do our best to meet this timeline. However, some positions may take longer than others. We appreciate your patience and your interest in joining our team.
- Applications open: Monday, November 3, 2025
- Applications close: Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
- Candidates Notified if Moving Forward: Monday, January 12, 2026 by 5 p.m.
- Candidates Selected to Interview Sign Up for Interviews by: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 by 11:59 p.m.
- Individual Interview Period: Monday, February 2, 2026 through Friday, February 6, 2026 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily)
- Candidates Notified of Decision: No later than Friday, February 16, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Accessibility and Support
We welcome all applicants. If you need an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact shrlselection@csumb.edu. We will work with you to provide you the necessary support.
Questions
If you have any questions about the application process, roles, or how to apply please contact shrlselection@csumb.edu.
Enrolled CSUMB students in good standing who meet the GPA and conduct requirements.
Yes. All roles include training. Resident/Community Advisors include ongoing training during the year.
Resident/Community Advisors are live-in roles.
Yes! Apply for the roles that best fit your interests. If you’d like to apply for more than one position, you’ll need to submit a separate application for each.
Attend an info session or contact shrlselection@csumb.edu