Sophomore year, I decided that I needed a job to help pay for gas, food, and any other things that I might need (or want). I wasn't sure if I could handle being an RA, so I heard about the DA job and decided to give it a try. My first year was absolutely wonderful so here are some reasons why I love being a desk assistant.
1. The Staff.
I can honestly say that I have the best staff to work with. From the day that we all met we knew that we were going to become really close friends. We're together for breakfast, lunch, and dinner everyday and we all live in apartments near each other. We always have a blast and already have a ton of inside jokes.
2. Being Able To Help Students.
Just because I'm not an RA doesn't mean that I don't help other residents as much as they do. You're the first smiling face that they see when they enter their dorm building. Lots of students come down to the front desk with different problems ranging from cable issues to even roommate disagreements. They're trusting you to help them with whatever issue that they have and it's such a good feeling.
3. Learning Good People Skills.
While working at the desk you learn how to deal with all different types of people. Sometimes students and even parents come to the desk in rage about something that isn't working right or might be missing. With these experiences you learn how to speak to those who are upset and you learn to think on your feet if you're not quite sure how to handle the situation.
4. Being Friendly With The Maintenance Staff.
In the building that I work in, the different staff members that come in and out of the building are probably some of my favorite people to talk to. The main maintenance guy always makes the early shifts so much better for me. He always has some of the best stories and gives me really good advice if I need it. Don't disrespect those who keep your living environment clean.
5. Meeting Lots Of Different People.
With being a desk assistant you meet lots of people that live in the building that you work in. It's really nice being able to get out and meet new people that don't live in the same building as you do. I've made a lot of new friends since becoming a desk assistant and I couldn't ask for anything better.
Going on my second year as a desk assistant, I can't wait for all of the new residents that I will have the pleasure of meeting. I can't wait to work and become closer with the rest of the RA's and of course, my fellow DA's. "Thank you for calling Tyson Hall, this is Jen. How may I help you?" #DASquad
