Resident Director 12-Month

Primary Responsibilities

• Facilitate community development within assigned residence hall(s) through intentional programming, relationship-building, and student engagement
• Advise, support, and address student concerns, including making appropriate referrals to campus resources
• Supervise, train, and lead student staff, including Resident Assistants and other student employees
• Oversee daily operations of assigned residential areas, including facilities management, occupancy, and housing processes such as move-in and move-out
• Maintain visibility and availability to residents, including regular office hours and consistent presence in the community
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to student situations and emergencies, including after-hours and weekend responsibilities
• Absorb and respond to campus break coverage as needed
• Promote an academically focused environment by upholding policies and encouraging student involvement
• Collaborate with campus partners to support student success and well-being
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative responsibilities in a timely manner

Work Schedule & Expectations

• This is a live-in position requiring residence in an on-campus apartment
• Standard office hours are typically Monday through Friday during regular business hours, schedule a minimum of 10 office hours per week during regular business hours
• Evening and weekend work is required, including programming, meetings, and student engagement
• Serve 2-3 weeks each semester as the Residence Life 24-hour On-Call attendant, monitoring and responding promptly to campus issues and emergencies after hours
• Must be available to respond to emergencies and campus needs both during and outside of scheduled hours

Qualifications

• Some college credit required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience in Residence Life, student development, or related field preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Due to the nature of this role in a male residence hall, this position is limited to male applicants
• Ability to handle confidential information and respond effectively in high-pressure situations
• Active member of a local church