Resident Director II
Location: MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054 · Type: Full Time
St. Thomas University - Residential Community Living
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Resident Director (RD) is a full-time, live-in professional staff member
responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning
environment for residential students. This entry-level role is ideal for
individuals interested in beginning a career in student affairs or higher
education. The RD oversees the day-to-day management of a residential area,
supervises student staff, and supports student development through
programming, community building, and crisis response.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES :
Supervise, train, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs)
Foster a positive and inclusive residential community that promotes
student engagement and academic success
Plan and support educational and social programs aligned with departmental
and institutional goals
Serve as a conduct officer for policy violations within the assigned
residential area
Respond to emergencies and participate in an on-call duty rotation
Maintain visibility and availability to students through regular office
hours and community presence
Collaborate with campus partners, including Public Safety, Counseling
Services, and Academic Support
Manage administrative responsibilities such as occupancy reports, room
condition records, and incident documentation
Assist with student check-in, check-out, and room selection processes
Promote a safe and respectful living environment by enforcing community
standards
Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbent works with university policies and general objectives, referring to
supervisors for clarification and interpretation of broad university policies
and procedures or programmatic references.
Qualifications
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required; Experience in Higher Education, Student
Affairs, Counseling, or related field preferred.
Experience in residence life or student leadership roles (e.g., RA, peer
mentor, orientation leader)
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse community
Demonstrated commitment to student development and inclusive practices
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Competitive entry-level salary
Fully furnished apartment
Meal plan included during academic terms
Professional development opportunities
Health, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)
Tuition Benefit (based on institutional policy)
