Residence Director - Fall 2026 - Alfred State College

Alfred State College Title: Residence Director - Fall 2026 Location: Alfred, NY Category: Professional Bargaining Unit - UUP Job Type: Full-time Temporary Posted On: Tue Jul 14 2026 Job Description Residence Director (10 Month) Alfred State College is thrilled to announce openings for Temporary 10‑Month Residence Directors for the 2026–2027 academic year! If you’re passionate about student development, community building, and leadership, this role offers the perfect opportunity to grow, make an impact, and be part of a vibrant, student‑centered team. This live‑in position places you at the heart of campus life, where every day brings new opportunities to shape the student experience and build meaningful connections. As a Residence Director, you’ll be a mentor, a community architect, and a champion for student success. Your leadership will help create safe, supportive, and dynamic living‑learning environments across campus. Key Responsibilities Build Engaged, Supportive Communities Cultivate strong relationships with residents and provide daily personal, social, academic, and occupational support. Serve as a visible, accessible resource who students trust and rely on. Lead Student Staff with Purpose Select, train, and supervise a talented residential student staff dedicated to community development and student engagement. Guide your team in bringing the residential curriculum to life throughout your hall. Strengthen the Living‑Learning Environment Support community governance and foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and academic success. Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and administrators—turning policy into practice in a way that supports community well‑being. Champion Community Standards Uphold the student code of conduct and community expectations through education, accountability, and restorative practices. Provide on‑duty coverage that ensures a safe, supportive campus environment during evening and weekend hours. Keep Your Hall Running Smoothly Oversee residence hall operations including opening/closing procedures, professional interactions with guests, and day‑to‑day building management. Promote campus programs, student/faculty initiatives, and engagement opportunities. Grow Your Skills Through Program Coordinator Roles Some Residence Directors expand their impact by serving as Program Coordinators within the Division of Student Affairs. These opportunities offer hands‑on experience in: Event planning & program administration Assessment & data‑informed decision‑making Program and event implementation Student success initiatives Student Conduct Civic Engagement College Housing These experiences deepen your professional skills and help you develop broad Student Affairs competencies alongside your Residential Life expertise. We’re seeking professionals who are collaborative, caring, and confident people who thrive in a role where every day brings opportunities to support student growth. Job Requirements Minimum Requirements: A Bachelor's degree Strong collaboration skills with the ability to make independent decisions Willingness to work evening and weekend hours in a live‑in position Preferred Qualifications: A Master’s Degree Experience in Residential Life or related areas Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, note that Alfred State College is not an E‑Verify employer. Benefits The salary for this position is $42,995. Employees are also offered extensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement, and work‑life balance support. Health Insurance Cost‑effective health insurance premiums with 73% to 88% covered by the employer. PPO or HMO option for personalized healthcare solutions. Exceptional fertility benefits available. Accumulated sick leave can cover a health insurance premium in retirement. Dental and Vision No‑cost dental and vision benefits for employees and eligible dependents. Educational Support Tuition benefits to invest in your continuous learning and professional development. Paid Time Off New employees are eligible for up to 22 vacation days and 13 paid sick days per year, increasing with years of service. Up to 13 paid holidays annually. Paid parental leave. Retirement Plans Various retirement options, including a defined benefits (pension) plan. With the pension, retired employees receive a defined monthly income for the rest of their life. Additional pre‑ and post‑tax voluntary retirement savings options are available. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package are designed to exceed your expectations, affirming our dedication to your overall well‑being and professional growth. Non‑Discrimination Notice Alfred State College hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including career and technical educational opportunities, without regard to an individual’s race/color, national origin, creed/religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy‑related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, victim of domestic violence, victim of retaliation, conviction record, arrest record, lawful source of income, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the college community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic. Alfred State policy is in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and harassment. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the New York State Human Rights Law. 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