Assistant Director of Residence Life

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Coe College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Residence Life. The Assistant Director is a full-time, live-in professional staff member in Residence Life, primarily responsible for students living on campus and positively impacting their overall experience at the College. Provides programming to meet the unique needs and challenges of these residents that aligns with Residence Life goals. Assumes joint responsibility for the administration and quality of the Residence Life program with the other Assistant Director and Director of Residence Life, which includes RA selection/training/supervision, assessment, and facilities management. Serves as a front-line responder in campus emergencies that may require working non-traditional hours. This position supervises 15-20 RAs, with oversight of multiple residential living spaces. Work Schedule: 12 months per year, live-on campus, on call every 4 weeks.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Student Staff Supervision
• Selection, supervision, development, and evaluation of 15-20 student staff members.
• Advising and Counseling
• Advise and mentor individual students and respond to crises.
• Programming and Educational Development
• Provide programming for returning residents that meets their needs and that contributes to their retention at the College.
• Commitment to the Coe College Mission and Expectations of the Student Life Department

Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required.
• Education or experience in housing, residence life, or student life.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheet/database and word processing.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States, as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Successful completion of a background and driver check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Position Specific:
• Candidates should display a commitment to community development and programming.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, multiculturalism, and social justice issues.
• Demonstrated effective supervisory experience and strong organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and decision making, with empathy, sensitivity, and flexibility in dealing with student problems and situations.
• Willingness to work with a team and accept various levels of responsibility.
• Coe Competencies:
• Dedication to the educational mission of a private, residential liberal arts college.
• Every Coe employee shares one mission: to recruit, retain and prepare students for a lifetime of personal and professional success.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.
• Commitment to excellent customer and/or student service.
• Demonstrated ethical and responsible decision-making.
• Consistent attendance and accountability necessary to meet position objectives.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate residential buildings on campus, including stairs.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally drive students to off-campus sites.
• Typical office setting – stationary for several hours at a time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Coe is committed to fostering a multicultural environment and encourages applications from individuals who will help fulfill that goal. We value the input of multiple viewpoints and diverse perspectives and aim to create an academic community that is rich with cultural, social, and intellectual diversity. Coe College is an equal opportunity employer.