Director of Residential Life

About the role

The University of Providence, a Catholic, student-centered, and mission-focused university, invites applications for the position of Director of Residential Life. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and mission-driven leader to shape a vibrant residential experience that fosters student growth, leadership, service, and virtue.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership for residential life initiatives aligned with the University's Catholic mission and Communities of Character framework.
• Develop meaningful residential programs that support faith formation, personal development, leadership, and student engagement.
• Supervise, mentor, and train professional and student staff in community-building, ethical leadership, and character development.
• Oversee residence hall operations, occupancy management, conflict resolution, and student welfare.
• Lead student conduct processes using Maxient and other student life technologies while promoting a fair, educational, and restorative approach.
• Collaborate closely with Campus Ministry, Mission Integration, Counseling Services, Career Services, and Student Engagement to provide holistic support for students.
• Assess residential learning outcomes and implement strategies that strengthen student success and belonging.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Theology, Pastoral Studies, Divinity, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of progressively responsible higher education experience, preferably in residence life or student affairs.
• Experience leading student conduct processes and working with student life software such as Maxient.
• A demonstrated commitment to Catholic higher education and mission-centered student development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for mentoring student leaders and creating communities where students flourish.

Qualifications

• Passionate about shaping a vibrant residential experience that fosters student growth, leadership, service, and virtue.
• Experienced in developing and implementing residential programs that support faith formation, personal development, leadership, and student engagement.
• Skilled in supervising, mentoring, and training professional and student staff in community-building, ethical leadership, and character development.
• Familiar with student life software such as Maxient and able to lead student conduct processes using it.
• Committed to Catholic higher education and mission-centered student development.
• Effective communicator and relationship-builder with strong leadership skills.
• Passionate about mentoring student leaders and creating communities where students flourish.

Skills

• Strategic planning and implementation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of Catholic higher education principles and practices.
• Experience with student life software such as Maxient.
• Ability to foster a safe and inclusive residential environment.

Benefits

This position includes on-call responsibilities and occasional evening and weekend programming.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Why University of Providence?

The University of Providence is an equal opportunity employer and is covered by the Montana Veterans' and Handicapped Persons' Employment Preference Act. At the University of Providence, our mission extends far beyond the classroom. We are committed to forming graduates who lead with purpose, serve others, and make meaningful contributions to their communities. As Director of Residential Life, you will have the unique opportunity to influence the student experience and help shape a culture grounded in character, belonging, and personal transformation.

Important Information

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
• The University of Providence is an equal opportunity employer and is covered by the Montana Veterans' and Handicapped Persons' Employment Preference Act.