University Housing adopts new structure for student staff roles

As CSU Housing & Dining Services prepares for the 2026–27 academic year, University Housing is implementing an updated structure of student staff positions. Over the past few years, University Housing has taken a close look at how live-in student staff roles — such as resident assistants in the residence halls and community coordinators in the apartments — can best support student residents. Key takeaways included the need for:Distinct staff roles and responsibilities (“Who do I go to for what?”). The new rolesCommunity AssistantRole: Live-in student staff member working 20 hours per week. Operations AssistantRole: Hourly student staff member working 15–20 hours per week (on-campus living not required).