Residence Education Coordinator (Multiple Positions)(Onsite)

About the role

The Residence Education Coordinator (REC) at UC Merced plays a pivotal role in creating a vibrant and supportive living-learning community within the residence halls. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of assigned residential communities, fostering an inclusive environment conducive to academic success, personal growth, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage administrative tasks related to residence hall operations, including building management, facility operations, and occupancy management.
  • Implement check in/check out procedures, room change process, and room consolidation process in collaboration with Housing Services team.
  • Collaborate and communicate with maintenance and custodial teams regarding work order requests and resident safety.
  • Perform temporary lock changes as delegated by Lock and Access.
  • Collaborate with campus partners such as facilities management, dining services, and campus safety to ensure the smooth functioning of residence halls.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate Resident Assistants (RAs) and other residential student staff members in an assigned community or set of communities, depending on department need.
  • Facilitate regular staff development activities and in-service training programs to promote professional and leadership development.
  • Foster a positive and supportive work environment that promotes staff development, teamwork, and collaboration.
  • Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance staff competencies in areas such as conflict resolution, crisis response, and community building.
  • Facilitate individual supervisory meetings and weekly staff meetings to cultivate open lines of communication, provide leadership.
• Implement policies and procedures that align with university standards and promote a safe and inclusive residential environment.
  • Analyze data, recommend improvements, and submit written reports.
  • Aid in writing midyear and year-end and analytical reports (quantitative and qualitative).
  • Attend individual meetings with supervisor and weekly staff and departmental meetings.
  • Serve on campus and departmental projects and committees.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate Resident Assistants (RAs) and other residential student staff members.
  • Facilitate regular staff development activities and in-service training programs to promote professional and leadership development.
  • Foster a positive and supportive work environment that promotes staff development, teamwork, and collaboration.
  • Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance staff competencies in areas such as conflict resolution, crisis response, and community building.
  • Facilitate individual supervisory meetings and weekly staff meetings to cultivate open lines of communication, provide leadership.
• Serve as a resource for students in crisis situations, providing crisis intervention, referrals to campus resources, and follow-up support.
  • Serve as a conduct hearing officer as stipulated by Residence Education policies and procedures.
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation of incidents.
  • Respond to inappropriate student behavior in violation of campus policies and procedures and/or negatively impacts other residents, and support hall staff in the follow-up process.
  • Consult with the Director, Associate Director(s), or other professional staff members on conduct and student of concern actions as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Participate in crisis response and campus emergency response.
• Maintain a high level of visibility and interaction with students.
  • Provide individualized support and guidance to residents facing academic, personal, or interpersonal challenges.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to develop and implement strategies for promoting student mental health and well-being within the residential community.
  • Mediate conflicts as needed and serve as a resource and referral agent.
  • Provide ongoing diversity and social justice education and work with residents regarding student behavior and skill development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution. (Required)
• Advanced degree in Counseling, Higher Education, Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution (Preferred)
• At least two years of experience as a paraprofessional or professional in a live-on housing role in higher education or relevant field (Required)
• One year of relevant professional experience in higher education or relevant field. (Required)
• 6 years equivalent experience/training/education in lieu of bachelor’s degree. (Required)

Background check will be required. Policy Statement How To Apply An online application is required for each position to apply.

The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.