Assistant Director of Residence Life

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Assistant Director of Residence Life is a live-in staff member who assists in the oversight of the management of the University's residential program and student disciplinary process.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision, training, and evaluation of graduate-level village coordinators and Resident Assistants
• Provides leadership for the residential program in addressing students' needs and interests to increase student satisfaction and retention
• Assists with planning and implementing social and educational programs for students
• Collaboratively coordinates biweekly all-staff meetings
• Assists with institutional events and activities
• Works collaboratively with the Director to coordinate specific department-wide task forces, projects, and programs as needed
• Collaborates with other Batten departments in providing oversight and direction for high-level service to both students and staff
• Assists in coordinating the housing selection process
• Serves as a member of the Administrator On-Call (AOC) team for all on-campus villages for crises that arise
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in higher education, student personnel, or similar discipline
• Three years of supervisory residence life experience at an institution of higher education preferred

This description is to be regarded as a general overview of the responsibilities required for this position. It is not intended as a contractual agreement; other related duties may be assigned.

If you found this job listing on an external site, please apply directly on the University's career page to be considered.

About Us

About Virginia Wesleyan University

Virginia Wesleyan University (vwu.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, VWU annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. VWU is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.

Location


Virginia Wesleyan has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia's largest metropolitan areas, Virginia Wesleyan is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.


Statement of Non-Discrimination
Virginia Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.