Employment

Student Employment

Customer Service

Broadway Service Desk

The Broadway Service Desk is the main package hub for all residents. Desk Assistants are responsible for answering questions via email, phone, and walk-ins, processing and issuing keys and packages, and basic data entry. Broadway Service Desk Job Description

* Accepting Applications.

Housing Ambassador

The Housing Ambassadors act as representatives of Portland State University Housing and Residence Life. They provide clear, consistent factual information to students, families and staff about University Housing and Residence Life amenities, services, and policies to promote the on-campus living experience. Housing Ambassador Job Description.

*Accepting Applications.

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Summer Housing and Conferences: Guest Services Assistant

Do you thrive when you are on a team? Would you like to gain experience working with University Housing? Would customer service and program operations experience help boost your resume? Check-out the job description linked below for more information.

*Applications now closed.

SHC Guest Services Assistant position description and application

Residence Life

Applications for the 2026-2027 Academic Year Resident Assistant positions have now closed.

Are you interested in becoming a Resident Assistant (RA)? A Resident Assistant (RA) is a student leader who creates a supportive and inclusive community in the residence halls by providing peer support, organizing programs and events, and promoting a safe and positive living environment.

When applying for an RA position, note that you are applying to be an RA in the academic year succeeding the current one. Applications for the 26-27 Academic Year RA positions are now open, and will close on January 26, 2026, at 12 pm noon. During the application period, applications are submitted in the Housing Portal. Have any questions? Check out the Application Guide below for details on the role and how to apply. We also host a number of information sessions and pop-up tabling in January. Be on the lookout for this schedule around the halls and in the application.

Resident Assistants

Resident Assistants (RA) are responsible for the general administration, development, and implementation of social programs in the residence halls. RAs are responsible for providing resources and assistance that will make each residential community a place that supports and enhances all aspects of student life. RAs are full-time students who live in the residence halls and act as a role model and representative of UHRL.

RA Position Description

Learning Living Community Resident Assistants

The Living Learning Community Resident Assistant (LLC RA) performs the responsibilities of the Resident Assistant, with the additional Living Learning Community responsibilities. LLC RAs play a unique role supporting the community in both the FYE-FRINGQ classroom and residential environment. LLC RAs are full-time students who live in the residence halls and act as a role model and representative of UHRL.

LLCRA Position Description

Student Graphic Designer

Support departmental print, social media, email, web, and general communication needs for University Housing & Residence Life. Must be available for 6-12 hours/week and have intermediate skills using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator. Student Graphic Designer job description.

*Application Currently Closed.

Apply to to be the Student Graphic Designer

Professional Staff Employment

Looking for a professional job with University Housing and Residence Life? All professional UHRL positions are posted on PSU's job posting page.

More information about being a Residence Director with UHRL can be found on our Residence Director Information Page.