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Residence Hall Director, Office of Residence Life

$55.14k

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Job Overview Office of Residence Life Residence Hall Director (Professional Services Specialist 4) – 12‑month, live‑in professional staff employee central to the operation of a residence hall or area housing approximately 250 – 1,000 residents. Supervised by the Managing Assistant Director and Director of Residence Life. Responsibilities

  • Manage total operation of assigned residence hall(s).
  • Select, supervise, train, and evaluate student staff including Resident Assistants, Desk Assistants, and Community Assistants.
  • Provide developmental programming, judicial intervention, and advisement for residents.
  • Perform administrative tasks, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, enforce university policy, discipline, participate in an on‑call system, and serve on committees integral to residence life.
  • Create an environment conducive to academic excellence and personal development, fostering community among residents.
  • Work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays; on‑campus residency; travel to off‑campus or other campus locations as required.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and at least one year of professional experience in housing and residence life or related student affairs position.
  • Master's degree in a related field may substitute for the one year of required experience.
  • Preferred: experience with residence hall student development, facilities operations, and residence life programs in higher education.
  • Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, supervisory, and leadership skills.
  • Computer literate.
Benefits
  • Negotiated annual salary: $55,142.18 (Step 1). Salary for internal applicants based on union negotiated calculations.
  • Comprehensive benefits package: health and dental insurance, retirement plan, and work‑life balance benefits.
EEO/AA Statement Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

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