Assistant Director of Residence Life

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Salary

$50,124.00 Annually

Location

Everett Community College

Job Type

Exempt

Division

Strategic Enrollment Management & Student Success

Department

Student Housing

Opening Date

06/24/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

Pro-Staff

First review date (applicant screening begins):

07/08/2026

• Description
• Benefits

We are committed to hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of our institution and possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of our students.

Overview

This 12-month, live-in position is responsible for the day-to-day management and programming associated with Everett Community College Student Housing.

TITLE: Assistant Director of Residence Life

SALARY: $50,124/year

DEPARTMENT: Student Housing

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Housing

POSITION NUMBER: 00011940

This position is not eligible for hybrid work location, per Everett Community College's Telework Policy

Duties & Responsibilities

Building Operations and Residence Management

• Coordinate and administer the overall Residence Life program, including student development and operations components, in assigned residence halls.
• Serve as a primary support and resource for the daily operations of the assigned residence hall, including clerical and general office support, mail, key management, card access system; reception, meetings, orientation, special events, and tours.
• Provide assistance with application processing, placement, assignment, billing, maintenance, and other essential processes.
• Responsible for instilling a sense of community, maintaining operational standards, and implementing new services within assigned residence hall.
• Respond to urgent situations and emergencies on an on-call basis, and take the appropriate action within policies and procedures.
• Work with the Director of Housing on quarterly resident room inspection, inventory management and related activities, including move-in and move-out operations.
• Must reside on campus.

Policy and Conduct

• Implement all policies and procedures of the Office of Student Housing.
• Develop and maintain awareness of issues within the residence community, and work with the Director of Student Housing to initiate efforts to respond.
• Promote student rights and responsibilities, including resident conduct and conduct reporting.

Training and Supervision

• Participate in Resident Assistant (RA) recruitment, selection, and hiring processes. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate RAs in partnership with the Director of Housing, providing on-going leadership and staff development. Conduct regular staff and one-on-one meetings with RAs.
• Work with RAs to assess student needs and interests, anticipate and promote educational and recreational programs, and support established initiatives that enrich the residential community.
• Oversee training of and supervise summer student staff in conjunction with appropriate and related summer programming.
• Participate in workgroup training, advisory committees, college-sponsored events, and programs.
• Facilitate and lead training or events as assigned.

General Duties

• Serve as a resource and referral for student staff and residents dealing with specific residence hall problems, including issues with facilities, resident mediation, behavioral concerns, and personal matters.
• Participate in the on-call administrator-in-charge rotation for Student Housing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education/training/experience.
• 1 year of professional employment in student housing OR 1 year of professional employment in student life and activities experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of laws and regulations that impact Housing & Residential Life programs and students, such as CAS Standards, Fair Housing Act, HEOA, FERPA, Title IX, student conduct, and due process, etc.
• Strong computer skills, specifically within Microsoft and Google suite.
• Experience supervising students (e.g., Resident Assistants, work study, etc.)
• Experience that demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and management skills.
• Experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds of community college students.

Preferred

• Master's Degree in student personnel, student affairs, recreation, human services, or related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing residence life programming, events, and activities.
• Experience working in a community college housing setting and with a large international student population.
• Grant management experience.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants.

• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, printers, and telecommunication devices.
• Ability to observe, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed reports, both in written and audible formats.
• Ability to exchange information on the phone, through video conferencing, or in person.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday, twelve (12) months per year.
• Position requires on campus residence.
• Exempt from civil service staff member with a year-to-year contract.
• Represented by American Federation of Teachers Exempt / Everett Local #6485.
• Position is subject to Everett Community College policies and procedures.
• Performance will be evaluated annually.

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Background Check

Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Drug-Free Campus

In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.

The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.

Safety and Security

EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.

Reasonable Accommodations and Non-Discrimination

Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy

Everett Community College does not discriminate based on, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, language, culture, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, actual or perceived disability, use of service animal, economic status, military or veteran status, spirituality or religion, or genetic information in its programs, activities, or employment.

Contact the following people with inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, Title IX compliance, or Americans with Disabilities Act compliance:

Equal Opportunity Director: EqualOpportunity@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271;

ADA Coordinator: ADACoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9232;

Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271.

HR offices are located in Olympus Hall 111, 2000 Tower St. Everett, WA 98201.

For more information, visit the Equal Opportunity and Title IX website.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including: health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees may be eligible for benefits, depending on employee type and hours worked.

To learn more, visit our Benefits Page.

Employer Everett Community College

Address 2000 Tower Street

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone 425-388-9229

Website https://www.everettcc.edu/