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Residence Director
The Residence Director supervises Resident Assistants, coordinates residential
programming, and responds to on-call situations as they arise. In addition,
the Residence Director oversees administrative processes within their hall,
educates students on community standards, and supports the University's
retention efforts by closely monitoring and supporting students in their care.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the
Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:
Supports the implementation of the Student Development Strategic Plan
"Made for Encounter"
Hires, trains, supervises, and mentors a team of resident assistants as
they develop as student leaders and serve their residents
Identifies, plans, coordinates, and assesses residential programming to
meet the developmental and formative needs of residents
Supports the University's student retention goals by closely monitoring
the adjustment and progress of residents
Educates residents about the University's community standards and provides
for the effective enforcement of community standards
Documents and reports all safety and security incidents and concerns to
supervisors
Provides on-call coverage and responds to crisis situations, emergencies,
and other urgent situations as appropriate. While on-call, supports the
University's vision for dining to ensure we are striving to delight our
students and our guests
Provides effective management to ensure that all administrative processes
are effectively implemented and completed according to prescribed
procedures
Attends residence life staff meetings, meetings with supervisors as
scheduled, and leads RA staff meetings, taking appropriate direction to
implement policies and procedures
Ensures the University's standards for care of the physical environment of
the residence hall are maintained
Serves on university committees, task forces, and other roles as assigned
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience include:
Required: Bachelor's degree
Required: Prior experience leading students or student groups and the
ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of the developmental and
formative needs of university students as it relates to the University of
Mary's mission and Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine identity.
Preferred: A master's degree in a program that provides a substantial
background to understand the developmental needs of university students
(e.g., Catholic Studies, Theology, Philosophy, Student Affairs, Higher
Education Leadership, Education, Behavioral Sciences).
Preferred: Prior experience as a Residence Life professional (e.g.,
Graduate Assistant, Assistant Residence Director or Residence Director).
The ability to commit to a minimum of two years in the position if hired.
Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the
University of Mary
Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae , the
apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Student
Development and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict's
admonition that all be received as Christ.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
The ability to serve as an effective leader, role model, and mentor. A
working knowledge of the development and formative needs of university
students. The ability to communicate effectively, to prepare professional
reports and documentation, maintain appropriate budget records, and make
professional presentations using computers, projectors, and other
electronic tools. The ability to set and achieve goals. A working
understanding of assessment and evaluation. Proficiency in Microsoft
Office software applications. The ability to recruit, train, direct, and
supervise student employees. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to
engage and relate effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and
administrators as part of a university community.
This position requires a two-year commitment. Position responsibilities
require the appointee to live in a small apartment located within one of
the residential facilities that the RD is assigned to supervise. In
addition, the University provides the RD and his/her spouse and minor
children with a meal plan with the expectation that the RD will frequently
eat meals with students in the Crow's Nest and/or Marauder's Cove.
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by
the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful
Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of
approximately 80,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly
neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime
rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an
enrollment of over 3,000 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission of the North Central Association.
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Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain
open until filled.
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