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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How and when will I get paid?
A: RSRs are paid twice each month. Please see the Student Pay Information (located on the Student Employment web site) for the pay dates. Checks must be direct deposit or picked up at the Payroll office between the hours of 10 A.M. and 5 P.M.
Q: How do I apply for Direct Deposit?
A: You will need to visit the Payroll office with your bank account information to arrange for direct deposit. Forms are available at the Payroll office. Direct deposit stubs must be picked up at the Payroll office.
Q: Why haven’t I been paid?
A: It may be that you have not completed your application folder. Have you filled out all the forms, including tax forms? Have you brought in identification documents required to complete your I-9 Employment Eligibility Form? Have you filled out your work permit?
You will receive your first pay check approximately four weeks after you work your first shift.
Q: How are shifts set?
A: Between the hours of 2000 (8 PM) and 0800 (8 AM), shifts are set in 4-hour blocks. Between the hours of 0800 and 2000 hours, the shifts are set in 2-hour blocks. Shifts always begin on the even hours: 0000, 0400, 0800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600, 1800, and 2000.
Q: How many hours can I work?
A: RSRs must work a minimum of 8 hours per week and a maximum of 24 hours per week on a permanent basis when classes are in session. International students and students on Federal Work Study are limited to 20 per week. During the winter and summer breaks, students may work longer hours as determined by the Department of Public Safety.
Q: What are the pay rates?
A: View pay rates.
Q: What do I do if I am unable to work my assigned shift?
RSRs are responsible for permanent shifts for the entire semester as outlined in the specific agreement of hours. Holidays and days off from school are included. If you are unable to work a scheduled shift, you are responsible to obtain a replacement from our current semester staff list and complete a Substitute Request Form to ensure coverage. Substitute Request Forms and the staff list are available to all student employees in the Resident Safety office. Substitute Request Forms are also available in all booths. All substitute requests must be approved, in advance, by the Resident Safety office.