Associate Director for Residence Life
Associate Director for Residence Life
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$ 43140 - 47934
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Job Description
The Associate Director for Residence Life at Hood College is a critical leadership position within the Office of Residence Life (ORL). This Livein role includes an oncampus apartment and meal plan and is responsible for fostering a vibrant inclusive and engaging
residential community. Primary responsibilities include overseeing student development initiatives supervising and training Resident Assistants (RAs) managing building operations administering student conduct and supporting crisis management conflict resolution and special campus events. The Associate Director collaborates with campus stakeholders to promote a thriving residential experience and support student success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Student Development 30
- Design and implement initiatives that promote students personal academic andsocial growth.
- Collaborate with campus partners to enhance programming for livinglearningcommunities and engagement initiatives.
- Facilitate leadership development opportunities and encourage student involvement in campus activities.
- Develop and assess programs that align with institutional learning outcomes andbest practices in student development.
- Assist with special events such as Orientation Admitted Students Day SOAR Convocation Commencement and other campus traditions.
Supervision and Training of Resident Assistants 25
- Recruit hire train and supervise a team of RAs.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs focused on leadershipdevelopment community building conflict resolution and crisis management.
- Provide mentorship and support to RAs through regular oneonone and team meetings.
- Review duty logs and ensure followup on incidents and concerns.
- Promote professional development opportunities for RAs to enhance their
- leadership skills.
Building Management 20
- Serve as the administrative director for the daily operations of three residence halls.
- Conduct weekly walkthroughs of buildings to identify and address facility issuesand foster engagement with residents.
- Partner with the Associate Director for Administration and Operations to processwork orders and ensure timely resolution of maintenance concerns.
- Collaborate with RAs to create programming schedules and implement curriculum learning opportunities.
- Establish and communicate residence hall opening and closing procedures basedon the academic calendar
- Coordinate billing for residence hall damages and ensure accurate room coordination reports.
Student Conduct Administration 10
- Serve as an administrative hearing officer ensuring fair and consistent adjudicationof conduct cases.
- Administer the student conduct process including assigning charges administering sanctions and monitoring competition.
- Use Maxient to maintain records of conduct cases and provide periodic reports tothe Director of Housing and Residence Life.
- Assist with updates to the Code of Conduct and research best practices related to student discipline.
Crisis Management 10
- Participate in the oncall rotation to respond to emergencies and critical incidentsin the residence halls.
- Develop and implement crisis response protocols and ensure staff are adequately trained.
- Meet with students in crisis providing support and appropriate referrals toresources such as Campus Safety or Counseling Services.
- Document incidents and provide timely reports to appropriate departments.
- Manage housing requests for students experiencing housing insecurity during the break periods.
Conflict Resolution 5
- Facilitate roommate contact mediation and document outcomes using appropriate forms or databases.
- Train RAs and student leaders in mediation and deescalation techniques.
- Apply restorative justice principles to resolve conflicts and promote positiverelationships between students.
Qualifications
Education
Masters degree in higher education administration student affairs or a relatedfield required.
Experience
13 years of professional experience in residence life student development or a related area. Experience supervising and training RAs with a focus on leadership development. Knowledge of student development theories conflict resolution strategies and crisis management. Strong organizational interpersonal and communication skills. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse residential community.
Skills
Strong organizational communication and multitasking skills; a proven ability tocollaborate across departments; a commitment to fostering an inclusive studentcenteredenvironment; and experience in mentorship and student advising.
Preferred Experience
Experience with facilities management student conduct and residential learning.
Other Duties
37.5 hour workweek. Significant evening and weekend work is expected.
The Associate Director of Residence Life is provided an oncampus apartment to facilitateresponding directly to student needs during evenings and weekends.
Preferred Skills and Characteristics
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to providing exceptional service to students faculty staff and stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen with experience with budget management; and financial reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to lead train and develop a team of graduate and undergraduate staff.
- Proficiency in database management and computer applications relevant to student engagement.
- Knowledge of applicable laws regulations and best practices related to student development and residence life in higher education settings.
Technology Skills
Proficient in MS Office toots (Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint) email and the Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organizationwide information systemsand departmentspecific software applications.
Language Skills
Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively provide information and positively respond to questions from external and internal customers in person and byphone. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills
Proficient with statistical and financial concepts. Must be able to apply those concepts to tracking projections goal setting and interpreting reports. Must be able to drawconclusions from reports and make costeffective decisions regarding programs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations where timed standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form. Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in the theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.
Compensation
This is a position with an annual starting salary range of $43140 to $47934 depending on circumstances including an applicants skills and qualifications certain degrees and certifications prior job experience training and other relevant factors. Hood College has provided a compensation range representing its good faith estimate of what the College may pay for the position at the time of posting. The College may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. Hood College offers excellentbenefits including medical dental vision retirement paid time off and tuition benefits. Learn more aboutHood College
To Apply
We invite qualified candidates to apply online via our electronic application which requires submission of a cover letter rsum and three professional references.
If you need assistance with the online application process please emailor call.
Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer
Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex race color national origin sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression marital status pregnancy disability religionorage in recruitmentadmission and access to or treatment or employment in its programs services benefits or activities as required by applicablelaws includingTitle IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries aboutdiscrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referredto the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall 401 Rosemont Avenue Frederick MD. 21701(AD 592. For complete information on Hood Colleges nondiscrimination policy pleasevisit Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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