Manager, Student Services

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Behavioral Intervention, Budgeting, Case Management, Code of Federal Regulations, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Crisis Intervention, Disability Accommodations, Emergency Response, Employee Benefits, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Government, Investigative Reports, Leadership, Meeting Minutes, On Call, Organizational Skills, Public Safety, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, Set Goals, Social Work, Staff Policies, Strategic Planning, Student Conduct, Student Housing, Student Services, Training Program Development, University/School Policies
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
11 days ago

Announcement

Details

Open Date 06/09/2026 Requisition Number PRN45292B Job Title Manager, Student Services Working Title Resident Outreach Coordinator Career Progression Track E Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

M-F 8 am-5 pm. Some evening and weekend commitments will be required to fullfill the duties of the position.

VP Area President Department 02337 - Campus Support & Intervention Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $53,166.75 Close Date 09/09/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 06/28/2026 Job Summary

The Resident Outreach Coordinator for Residential Education position is a full-time, live-on campus 12 months of the year, professional staff position within the Office of Residence Life (ORL) and the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS), within the Student Affairs Division at the University of Utah.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Campus Support and Intervention, the Resident Outreach Coordinator (ROC) oversees the management of residents of concern in a campus residential community of just under 7,000 residents. The ROC supports the retention and graduation of students by providing support and referral to resources. Under the guidance of the Office of the Dean of Students, the ROC will coordinate day-to-day resident of concern assistance.

This role requires living on campus and includes on-call responsibilities within an assigned area and across campus as needed.

About Student Affairs

The Office of the Dean of Students is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.

Compensation

Starting Annual Salary: $53,167

Comprehensive University Benefit Plan:

An Apartment: Furnishings available, including all utilities and internet.

At the University of Utah, we are committed to ensuring our staff feels at home while living on campus. To support this, we offer an inclusive partner policy, allowing staff to live with their partners, family, or roommates as they choose. We also permit pets (cats, dogs, fish, birds, etc.), in accordance with the Office of Residence Life pet policy.

Responsibilities

Case Management:

  • Manage resident of concern cases from beginning to completion.
  • Utilize Symplicity's Advocate software to document incoming and outgoing communications, including behavioral reports, requests for campus resources, meeting notes, document collection, and action logs
  • Use various methods of contact to speak with residents of concern and align with the correct resource(s).
  • Respond to communications from concerned campus and community members regarding new and existing residents of concern.
  • Investigate and report relevant information on cases.
  • Meet with residents and otherwise engage with them through various means to identify areas of concern and to provide information, guidance, and support as appropriate to the situation.
  • Utilize NaBITA's risk rubric to identify concerning behavior and implement appropriate interventions
  • Track trends or changes in student behavior and assess for ongoing interventions.
  • Assist residents with social services needs including referral to campus and community resources.
  • Appropriately coordinate with other University personnel, public safety officers, government agencies, and family members when responding to students in distress.
  • Conduct follow-up inquiries regarding threat assessment cases.

Outreach/Education:

  • Coordinate outreach efforts to the University community regarding student behavioral concerns, intervention strategies, and current national and University trends in behavioral intervention.
  • Develop communication materials in a variety of media to support outreach efforts.
  • Develop and maintain appropriate manuals, forms, and procedures.
  • Design, organize, and facilitate educational programs and ongoing training for the Office of Residence Life, Student Affairs and other campus staff, including but not limited to care and support.

Administrative Support:

  • Provides administrative support to the Associate Director of Campus Support and Intervention. Direct day-to-day operations of resident outreach and follow-up with cases.
  • Assist in the development and proper interpretation of policies and procedures among staff and residents.
  • Serve on the Office of Residence Life work committees.
  • Participate in large-scale processes, including training, evaluations, and opening/move-in events.
  • Serve as a liaison to the Office of the Dean of Students, the University Counseling Center, the Office of Equal Opportunity, and other resource-based campus offices.
  • Maintain an area budget in accordance with purchasing guidelines.
  • Work to advance the University of Utah, Division of Student Affairs, and Office of Residence Life's strategic plans through participation in goal setting, program implementation, committee/task force work and assessment efforts.
  • Assist in meeting requirements of University policies (FERPA, Clery, etc.).

Availability/ On-Call:

  • The Resident Outreach Coordinator (ROC) for the Office of Residence Life (ORL) & Dean of Students (ODOS) is a full-time, live-on staff member.
  • The ROC for ODOS will maintain regular office hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • While serving on-call, the ROC must remain within a 20-minute response time to the University. ROCs are expected to be on-call during holidays, weekends, and evenings as needed to ensure 24/7 coverage.
  • Resident Outreach Coordinators participate in a rotational on-call team that provides crisis response for our residential students on campus.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

  • Demonstrated experience working with students from all backgrounds and supporting their individual needs.
  • Demonstrated experience with student support, crisis intervention, and emergency response.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have four or more years of progressively more responsible management experience?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References

Optional Documents

  • Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
  • Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only

About the Company

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University of Utah

The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/