Assistant Director of Residential Conduct and Care

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Carolina Housing-653001 Career Area Student Services Posting Open Date 10/30/2026 Application Deadline 11/16/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) Working Title Assistant Director of Residential Conduct and Care Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty Position Number 01004388 Vacancy ID NF0010153 Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent FTE 1 Hours per week 40 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Proposed Start Date 12/14/2026

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Carolina Housing is committed to providing convenient housing that is secure, inclusive, and supportive. Students create a home in our on-campus communities, build life-long friendships and develop skills for their current and futures successes as they journey through their Carolina experience. In support of this mission, the department provides a comprehensive campus housing operation for approximately 10,000 residents including business services, residence life and education, family housing, administrative services, housekeeping, maintenance, human resources, marketing, and information technology. Within these operations, over 500 full-time, part-time, and student staff are responsible for 3.1 million square feet of residential space and an annual auxiliary budget of over $70 million. The department receives no State funding, which makes the operation unique in that it must manage both revenue and expense projections and budgets. The department is also dynamic in that it must continuously adjust to changes in student preferences, demand, rate levels, and a changing landscape of construction and renovation, and enrollment growth. Carolina Housing prides itself on being student-centered, data -driven and dedicated to continuous improvement. To that end, the department is amid implementing its five-year strategic plan and in the process of long-term capital planning that is likely to include renovation and new construction.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director for Residential Conduct and Care serves as the primary case manager and administrator of the Carolina Housing conduct system. The Assistant Director also supports care case management and response for the department. The Assistant Director will lead the departmental conduct committee, oversee the implementation of the conduct process and serve as the lead trainer for hearing officers within Carolina Housing. The Assistant Director will also liaison with the Office of Student Conduct and the Office of the Dean of Students in managing complex student cases. The Assistant Director will support the care process by assigning appropriate follow-up, serve as a member of the Care Team, and liaising with the Dean of Students Office to best support students. The Assistant Director for Residential Conduct and Care directly supervises 3-4 full time Community Directors and is responsible for oversight of approximately 60 undergraduate student employees. The successful candidate will have a passion for working with a diverse student population, be committed to student learning and personal growth, and have strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. The Assistant Director is a member of the Residential Education Leadership Team and serves in the secondary on-call crisis rotation for the Department of Housing and Residential Education. The position reports to the Associate Director for Residential Living.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

A minimum of four years of full-time professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated initiative and ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team;

Demonstrated experience using technology in the delivery of student programs;

Demonstrated ability in assessment of student services and use of assessment results to make changes that improve the delivery of services and programs for students;

Excellent organization, interpersonal, and oral/written/presentation skills.

A Master's Degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or College Student Development or related degree is preferred.

Live-on residence life experience is preferred.

Non-clinical case management, Conduct administration, and maxient, Advocate or other database management experience.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

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Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

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• • Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or most closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.
• Bachelor's degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
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• Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline
• None of the above