Residence Director Fall 2026 Alfred State College

About the Role

Alfred State College is thrilled to announce openings for Temporary 9-Month Residence Directors for the 2026-2027 academic year. This live-in position places you at the heart of campus life, where you’ll shape the student experience and build meaningful connections as a mentor, community architect, and champion for student success.

Responsibilities

• Build Engaged, Supportive Communities:
  • Cultivate strong relationships with residents and provide daily personal, social, academic, and occupational support.
  • Serve as a visible, accessible resource students trust and rely on.
• Lead Student Staff with Purpose:
  • Select, train, and supervise a talented residential student staff dedicated to community development and student engagement.
  • Guide your team in bringing the residential curriculum to life throughout your hall.
• Strengthen the Living-Learning Environment:
  • Support community governance and foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and academic success.
  • Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and administrators to turn policy into practice in a way that supports community well-being.
• Champion Community Standards:
  • Uphold the student code of conduct and community expectations through education, accountability, and restorative practices.
  • Provide on-duty coverage to ensure a safe, supportive campus environment during evening and weekend hours.
• Keep Your Hall Running Smoothly:
  • Oversee residence hall operations including opening/closing procedures, professional interactions with guests, and day-to-day building management.
  • Promote campus programs, student/faculty initiatives, and engagement opportunities.
• Grow Your Skills Through Program Coordinator Roles (optional):
  • Some Residence Directors expand their impact by serving as Program Coordinators within the Division of Student Affairs, gaining hands-on experience in:
    • Event planning & program administration
    • Assessment & data-informed decision-making
    • Program and event implementation
    • Student success initiatives
  • Program Coordinators may contribute to areas such as Student Conduct, Civic Engagement, or College Housing, deepening professional skills and developing broad Student Affairs competencies.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements:
  • A Bachelor’s degree.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to make independent decisions.
  • Willingness to work evening and weekend hours in a live-in position.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • A Master’s Degree.
  • Experience in Residential Life or related areas.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates requiring current or future sponsorship to maintain employment authorization do not meet eligibility requirements. Alfred State College is not an E-Verify employer.

Pay

The salary for this position is $32,246.

Benefits

Employees are offered exceptional benefits, including extensive healthcare and retirement options, with the opportunity for a pension.