Assistant Director Residential Life - Gatton Academy

The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky seeks qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Residential Life.

The Gatton Academy is a public residential STEM program established and funded by the Kentucky legislature. It is located on the campus of Western Kentucky University. Students complete their last two years of high school in the program while earning at least 60 hours of college credit. This is a 12-month live-in position that reports to the Director. Gatton staff are employees of WKU.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Manage the area of Residential Life within The Gatton Academy.
• Ensure all aspects of Gattons residential life contribute to a safe, supportive, inclusive community that reinforces Gattons values of integrity, compassion, and respect.
• Oversee all aspects of Gattons residential life services, including student safety, staff training, student orientation, discipline, and student registration records.
• Supervise and develop residential life staff and student workers.
• Manage division budget from annual state operating funds.
• Envision new programs, opportunities for growth, and refinement of services for the division.
• Implement, monitor, and assess functions of the division, including tracking annual performance indicators for the division.
• Manage student and building safety and security.
• Provide emergency response and support.
• Provide student and staff training in safety protocols.
• Develop, implement, and adapt emergency action plans.
• Create and maintain permissions protocols and communication channels with students and families.
• Manage residential student support and student discipline.
• Oversee residential life programming designed to build students practical life skills and establish a supportive community in which to live.
• Teach ACMS 175 for juniors, ensuring it is in keeping with the curriculum guides and meets students needs.
• Provide student support in mediating conflicts.
• Serve as Gattons judicial officer in disciplinary meetings.
• Investigate allegations of student misconduct and policy violations.
• Serve as Building Coordinator for WKU.
• Coordinate with WKU Facilities for building repairs and service.
• Oversee the maintenance and use of Gatton vehicles.
• Oversee the maintenance and use of Gattons laundry room and kitchens.
• Develop and implement protocols for the care and replacement of Gatton furniture.
• Collaborate with other WKU units in maintaining Florence Schneider Hall.
• Serve as part of the Gatton leadership team and as a college application process advisor for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build effective mentoring relationships with students in keeping with Gattons Creed of Integrity, Compassion, and Respect.
• Ability to make sound ethical decisions in times of crises.
• Ability to de-escalate confrontational situations.
• Ability to consider multiple perspectives and negotiate different values.

Job Requirements

• Masters degree in psychology, counseling, student affairs, or related field.
• Leadership experience in a residential setting.
• Experience with gifted or high ability students.
• Must hold a valid drivers license and be able to transport students in a university vehicle.
• Must live in Florence Schneider Hall.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• 12-month contract paid over a 12-month period.
• Two-bedroom apartment with living area and kitchen provided within Florence Schneider Hall.
• Salary range of $56,000 to $60,000 annually with benefits package including options for medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement plan (KTRS or ORP), partial University tuition waiver, University Bookstore discount, and reduced-price membership to the Universitys health and fitness facility.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972 (Revised 1992), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process should notify the Office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKUs Discrimination and Harassment Policy, please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director, Title IX Coordinator, via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at 270-745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the Universitys response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment.

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