Assistant Director of Residence Life

About the role

The Assistant Director of Residence Life is a live-in staff member who assists in the oversight of the University’s residential program and student disciplinary process. They provide leadership for the residential program in addressing students' needs and interests to increase student satisfaction and retention.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision, training, and evaluation of graduate-level village coordinators and Resident Assistants
• Provides leadership for the residential program in addressing students’ needs and interests to increase student satisfaction and retention
• Collaboratively coordinates biweekly all-staff meetings
• Works collaboratively with the Director to coordinate specific department-wide task forces, projects, and programs as needed
• Collaborates with other Batten departments in providing oversight and direction for high-level service to both students and staff
• Aids in coordinating the housing selection process
• Serves as a member of the Administrator On-Call (AOC) team for all on-campus villages for crises that arise

Requirements

• Masters Degree in higher education, student personnel, or similar discipline
• Three years of supervisory residence life experience at an institution of higher education preferred

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education administration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of student development theories and practices

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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About Batten University

Batten University (batten.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, Batten University annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. Batten University is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Batten University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.