Residence Life and Academic Advising Coordinator

Residence Life And Academic Advising Coordinator

The Residence Life Office and Penn State Greater Allegheny are looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. We are committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community that fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. We strive to enable residents to develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their community.

The Residence Life and Academic Advising Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to further the vision and mission of the campus. They are responsible to the Associate Director of Student Life for assisting in operating and administering the Residence Life program as well as providing services and promoting student involvement and community engagement on a campus-wide level. Additionally, they are responsible for aiding the Academic Affairs Department in assessing student interests, abilities, and academic performance; providing guidance, including course selection and schedules; and assisting with resolving academic issues. Their time will be split equally between the two aspects of the role.

This is a live-in, 12-month position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residential curriculum within the residence hall
• Aids in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall
• Interprets and enforces university and residence hall policies and procedures
• Supports efforts in the supervision, recruitment, training, and evaluation of Resident Assistants
• Assists residence hall staff in developing and promoting a positive living environment
• Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
• Plan, implement, and assess cocurricular programs and activities that meet the needs of a diverse student population
• Collaborate with campus partners for co-sponsored programming efforts
• Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
• Mediates conflicts between and among students
• Makes referrals to University agencies when appropriate
• Advocates for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
• Assists with the daily operation and organization of the residence hall and its office
• Assists in promoting the safety and security of hall residents
• Provides on-call coverage on a rotating basis (including over breaks as necessary)
• Assists in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc.

Academic Advising:

• Assess student needs and provide academic advice
• Advise students in course selection, scheduling, and other academic matters
• Monitor the academic progress of students
• Assist in resolving academic issues and make referrals as needed
• Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of student records
• Prepare and disseminate information to a variety of audiences
• Assist in the planning and implementation of the New Student Orientation (NSO) program
• Coordinate and participate in recruitment and retention activities by conducting meetings for prospective students and their families, high school counselors, and University staff
• Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, campus, and University constituents

General/Miscellaneous:

• Participates in committees and task force groups
• Assists in the recruitment and training of staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

The successful candidate should possess a thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development and campus activities programming, along with strong interpersonal skills, demonstrate follow-through, initiative, high-energy, and attention to detail.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications:

If filled as Residential Education Specialist - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:

• Master's Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required
• Required Certifications: None

If filled as Residential Education Specialist - Professional, this position requires:

• Bachelor's Degree
• No prior relevant work experience required
• Required Certifications: None

Background Checks/Clearances:

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $67,300.00. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Campus Security Crime Statistics:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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