Residential Coordinator

Residential Coordinator (R.C.)

Pay: $15.00/ Hourly

Schedule: Monday Wednesday-Friday 6PM-12AM Saturday 8PM-12AM and Sunday 12PM-12AM

Position Summary:
The Residential Coordinator (R.C.) is a live-in dorm-parent role responsible for supporting gap year students (ages 1722) residing in on-site apartments. This position typically works approximately 40 hours per week primarily evenings and weekends and requires overnight presence whenever students are in residence. The R.C. serves as a mentor to students supports the work of full-time program staff and enforces disciplinary policies as needed.

The R.C. manages the residential environment while living in a separate one-bedroom apartment and reports directly to the Assistant Program Director overseeing Residential Life. Compensation includes housing and utilities for the duration of the appointment along with a bi-weekly paycheck reflecting an average 40-hour workweek. Students reside on campus in 810-week sessions totaling approximately 30 weeks annually (SeptemberMay). Prior experience in college residential life is highly preferred. Additional program information is available at .

Basic Purpose:
The Residential Coordinator provides leadership aligned with the mission of Dynamy and YOU Inc. serving as an integral member of the Residential Life team. This role is responsible for fostering a supportive respectful and independent residential community. The R.C. oversees and implements operational educational counseling and disciplinary components within the residence promoting student development and a strong sense of community.

The Residential Coordinator upon employment will be required to attend a week long orientation session in addition to in program orientation specific to the requirements and role of the position at Dynamy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Responsible for ongoing operation and supervision of students within the residence with an overall emphasis placed on the ongoing safety of students staff and physical plant.

2. Responsible for creating a community of respect for space material and person.

3. Responsible for holding weekly house meetings with students in their residence.

4. Responsible for maintenance and implementation of program policies and program development.

5. Responsible for writing nightly updates and semester check-ins about students in their residences.

6. Responsible for completing weekly and monthly inspections of the residence.

7. Responsible for reporting maintenance issues for the residence in a timely manner.

8. Responsible for completing minor maintenance projects in the residence.

9. Responsible for coordinating and completing monthly fire drills.

10. Responsible for responding to communication from students as issues arise.

11. Responsible for planning coordinating and executing optional week night and weekend activities for the students.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and exercise discretion and independent judgment in the assessment and treatment of students. The requirements listed
below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of a B.A. in field of social services or related field required and at least two years of experience in college residential life preferred. Previous experience in field experience with transitional age students and/or understanding of social service agencies with demonstrated ability to work successfully in fast paced demanding environments preferred.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

A valid drivers license acceptable driving record to fulfill essential job functions is required as travel is involved in this position.
ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE:
This position is designated as an Essential Employee. Essential Employees are those who are expected to be on duty within the residence and provide for the safety and well-being of our students when normal operations are suspended e.g. when the main office is closed or has a delayed opening and when non-essential employees are released from work.
Staffing of essential support services may be at reduced levels determined by the administration dependent on the needs of our students. No compensatory time additional wages or premium wages will be paid under these circumstances since the suspended hours are scheduled hours and part of each employees regular duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to perform sedentary aspects of position including but not limited to capability of fulfilling demands of driving/transporting students as necessary. Must be in relatively good health and be able to perform the duties listed above including but not limited to participating in activities with students which include sports exercise and other general wellness initiatives. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.