Resident Director
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
As a live-in position, responsibilities include evening, nighttime and weekend
commitments on a regular basis throughout the academic year, including time
reserved for preparatory training. In addition, the campus residency shall
serve as their primary residence.
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Resident Director
FLSA Classification EX
Reports to Assistant Director of Residential Life
Salary Range G
Weeks Per Year 52
Work Week 40 hours (minimum)
Position Summary Overall responsibilities are focused on the development and maintenance of an environment conducive to the academic, social and personal growth of residents, individually and collectively. Responsible for the on-site leadership and management of a residence hall/area. Supervises Resident Assistants in the delivery of services and program development. Responsible for a variety of administrative responsibilities pertinent to the daily operation of their residential area, as well as enhancing student development through the residential curriculum, as well as educationally-based conduct interventions. In all interactions and actions, maintains privacy and confidentiality of records. Responsible for following federal and state regulations as they relation to residential life and DSS functions, as well as University policies and procedures. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (per Clery reporting requirements). Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.
As a live-in position, responsibilities include evening, nighttime and weekend
commitments on a regular basis throughout the academic year, including time
reserved for preparatory training. In addition, the campus residency shall
serve as their primary residence.
Hiring Range $45,600, plus room/board
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Operational
Collaborates with the Assistant Director of Operations and Housing
Operations Manager to execute administrative processes, including but not
limited to room condition reports, health and safety inspections, room
verifications, and damage billing
Partners with ARAMARK Facilities to resolve facilities related issues and
identify building needs.
Submits written reports as required, including but not limited to the
following: maintenance reports, incident/referral reports, damage reports,
room and lounge inspections forms, housing rosters.
Assists with the development and implementation of strategies designed to
minimize vandalism and damage. Provides information for damage assessment,
as warranted, to the Assistant Director of Operations.
Ensures that the condition of each room in their residence facility is
documented for the arrival, departure (and reassignment, if applicable)
of residents, as well as documenting the condition of shared/public space
on each floor.
Monitors operation of all common and recreational areas within the
residential area (as appropriate), as well as upkeep and service of the
laundry room.
Serves as an active leader in opening and closing within the residence
halls during vacation periods and at the start and completion of the
academic year.
Mediates conflicts among students, especially roommates. Assists, as
warranted, with processing housing changes (additions, deletions and
reassignments) and student notification of such. Oversees the
implementation of roommate agreements at the beginning of each semester.
Assists, as warranted, with StarRez (the online housing /roommate
assignment process for current and incoming resident students)
particularly with respect to publicity, educational initiatives and
student assistance.
Responsible for oversight and managing of community programming budgets.
Completes weekly visual checks of the residence areas, especially
throughout the summer months to help ensure the buildings are ready for
academic year occupancy. Primary focus is to identify the critical needs
involving housekeeping and maintenance/repairs.
Regularly evaluates and improves operational and systemic processes to
ensure equitable residential opportunities for students.
Developmental
Assists in the development of an environment that supports and promotes
opportunities for individual growth, respect for persons and property, and
a sense of community living and shared responsibility consistent with the
University's mission statement and strategic plan.
Works consistently towards the fulfillment of goals and objectives as
established for/by the Vice President for Student Success and Dean of
Students and the Office of Residential Life.
Displays an active commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and
inclusive residential community through the development and implementation
of innovative policies and practices that foster and advance equity and
inclusion. Actively supports and adapts to new ideas, approaches and
change.
Implements all components of the Residential Curriculum as outlined by the
Office of Residential Life.
Encourages and reinforces independent and responsible decision making on
the part of resident students.
Develops ‘in-house' strategies specifically designed to promote responsible behavior and respect for individuals and the residence hall community.
Serves as a conduct hearing officer to shape positive student behavior. Works closely with the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution and utilizes Maxient software to manage cases.
Collaborates with the Division of Student Success and academic partners to
monitor and support students' social, personal and academic success. Meets
weekly with the Director of Student Health and Well-being. Connects
students' campus resources.
Assists with programs and events sponsored by the Office of Residential
Life as a department.
Provides assistance and/or referral as needed relative to academic,
personal and social concerns of resident students. Serve as a primary
resource person for unusual circumstances or crisis intervention within
limits defined in training.
Completes an annual performance self-appraisal. Meets with the immediate
supervisor to evaluate strengths, areas for improvement, and an action
plan for his/her professional development.
Assists, as warranted, with the planning and implementation of pre-service
and in-service training for the residential life staff.
Works with Living and Learning Community faculty and staff and/or Faculty-
In-Residence to provide a seamless in and out classroom experience.
Assists with departmental responsibilities for the new student summer
orientation program and summer conferences, including staff supervision.
Supervision
In managing the residence hall, provides direct supervision to their
Resident Assistant staff. Provides leadership, direction, and support of
Resident Assistants in the areas of community development, implementation
of the residential curriculum, conflict mediation, crisis intervention,
policy enforcement, administrative processes and student support.
Conducts individual one-on-ones and weekly staff meetings with Resident
Assistants throughout the academic year.
Completes a formal mid-semester and annual evaluation, in writing, for
each Resident Assistant. Assesses and documents strengths and areas where
improvement is needed. Assists each RA with preparing an action plan for
position their related development.
Assists their Resident Assistants in developing the means to be
appropriately and actively engaged in the lives of their assigned
residents, in order to develop meaningful relationships and to be well
informed on student life styles and use of their personal living space.
Provides guidance and support for their Resident Assistants to ensure
overall consistency when responding to unacceptable or inappropriate
behavior. Serves as a resource to their RAs for educationally purposeful
responses to misconduct.
Participates fully in all staff development opportunities, including pre-
service and in-service training sessions.
Assists with the Resident Assistant selection process. Participates in
individual applicant interviews and facilitates group interviews.
Participates in the rendering of decisions on appointments.
Assists with the professional staff selection processes, as appropriate.
Participates in duty rotation with other members of the Residential Life
staff throughout the year. Available as a resource resident assistant,
particularly for unusual or unforeseen circumstances occurring in the
residential areas. Collaborates with personnel in public safety,
Counseling and Psychological Services, and other campus partners to manage
situations.
Completes other duties as assigned, including: actively participating in
weekly Office of Residential Life meetings, preparing annual reports, and
participating in official University events.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PS1226P
Working Conditions Normal office situation, Requires travel, including overnight stays.
Education Bachelors Degree required
Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table, Light lifting or carrying 25lbs or less. Intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Typically standing or walking
Special Skills The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Desired Start Date 10/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary As a live-in position, responsibilities include evening, nighttime and weekend commitments on a regular basis throughout the academic year, including time reserved for preparatory training. In addition, the campus residency shall serve as their primary residence.
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