Residence Director

About the role

This position's critical emphasis is being a highly visible and strong presence in your residential communities. This position is student-facing and requires a dynamic individual with excellent communication skills, a passion for student development, and the ability to manage crises effectively. The RDs will work closely with students, staff, and faculty, to create a welcoming environment that promotes student engagement and a sense of belonging.

Responsibilities

• Organize and facilitate events, programs, and activities that foster community engagement and build a sense of belonging among students.
• In conjunction with campus partners, develop and implement leadership training and development programs for student leaders and mentors.
• Serve as a hearing officer for Residential Life—hold administrative hearings with students regarding alleged policy violations, adjudicate cases, assign sanctions and make referrals when necessary.
• Serve in a scheduled on-call rotation to respond to student emergencies and crises, providing immediate support and intervention as needed.
• Mediate conflicts between students, facilitating discussions to resolve disputes and promote an inclusive and supportive living environment.
• Collect and analyze student feedback to continuously improve community engagement efforts and address student needs.
• Supervise a team of Resident Assistants.
• Assist in managing budgets for community engagement programs and events.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Social Work, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in student affairs, community engagement, and/or a related field. Student supervision experience is required.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, crisis management abilities, event planning experience, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.