Positive attitude about residence living, friendly, dependable, genuine, realistic, responsible, flexible, conscientious and patient. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, leadership qualities, integrity and command respect. An attitude displaying teamwork and responsibility for the common good must be evident. A major responsibility of the HR is working with other University staff in seeing that University policies and regulations are upheld. Head Residents confront disciplinary situations and refer serious problems to the RD, i.e. sudden illness, accidents, fires, emergencies, etc.
HRs observe and communicate situations with a potential for trouble to the appropriate staff.
Head Residents are expected to give full support to all University and Housing policies and programs. B. Advisor 1. Head Residents must become acquainted with each resident of their assigned residence hall and build a rapport that will foster open communication. HRs must be genuine in their concern for other students and feel comfortable with the responsibilities given. HRs work closely with hall government representatives to encourage the development of educational programming, and to help develop leadership potential among residents.