Assistant Director of Residence Life

Assistant Director of Residence LifeAs a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at DetailsJob Title - Assistant Director of Residence LifePosition Number - 8101939Work Modality - Fully In-PersonIs this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? - NOJob Category - University StaffJob Type - Full-TimeFLSA Status - ExemptCampus - Rogers Park-Lake Shore CampusDepartment Name - RESIDENCE LIFELocation Code - RESIDENCE LIFE (03850A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded? - NoDuties and Responsibilities - Directly supervise and evaluate 4-5 full-time professional Resident Directors (RDs); indirectly supervises additional Residence Life student leaders and student employees. Manages daily operations of Learning Communities programming initiatives and staff selection and training. Develops programs, services and initiatives that meet the needs of students living in the residence halls with specific focus on the learning community program, Residential Curriculum (programming) and Staff Selection and Training. Forges strong collaborative relationships with an array of offices across campus to recommend policies, design programs, and support initiatives that enhance the residential experience and learning environment. Assist with the implementation of large departmental operational processes including opening/closing, housing selection, room inspections, etc. Serve in second-level 24/7 on-call rotation for all residential students to manage emergencies and crises. Oversee residential student leadership programs, including Residence Hall Association (RHA) and National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH). Performs related duties as required.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience - Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student affairs or another related field. Prior experience in residence life and/or other areas of student affairs.Qualifications - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS• Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student affairs or another related field• Prior experience in residence life and/or other areas of student affairs• Ability and willingness to work varied hours including evenings and weekends as neededPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work effectively with staff and students• Demonstrated commitment to social justice• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily• Demonstrated skills in crisis management• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with offices and departments in and outside of student affairs• Experience in supervising and advising paraprofessional staff and student leadersComputer Skills - Proficient computer skills, ability to use MS Office.Supervisory Responsibilities - YesRequired operation of university owned vehicles - NoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact? - NoPhysical Demands - NoneWorking Conditions - Irregular HoursOpen Date - 08/20/2026Close DatePosition Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate - $75,000/annPosition Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate - $68,000/annAbout Loyola University Chicago - Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.