Residence Director

University of Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Indiana
30+ days ago

Highlights

The Residence Director is a professional member of the Office of Residence Life and is responsible for the overall administration of their assigned residence hall, staff, and student development in addition to departmental assignments. Maintain active participation with staff development activities, plan and participate in year round individual professional development opportunities, and assist in providing professional development for student and professional staff.

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Indianapolis, Indiana

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The University of Indianapolis seeks applicants a Residence Director, which is a full time, exempt staff role. The Residence Director is a professional member of the Office of Residence Life and is responsible for the overall administration of their assigned residence hall, staff, and student development in addition to departmental assignments. Residence Directors should be committed to increasing student engagement and carrying out the mission of the Division of Student Affairs.

This is a "Live-In" position, which will require the Residence Director to live in an appointed residence hall apartment. This position will begin immediately once a candidate is selected.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain accurate records including occupancy, key inventories, student conduct, budget accounts, and other housing related processes
Coordinate residence hall maintenance procedures and ensure prompt follow-up
Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff
Maintain weekly student staff meetings
Communicate clear performance and involvement expectations to student staff
Assist in the development and instruction of Student Staff; including training, selection, in- services, and staff meetings
Establish a student culture where diversity is encouraged and where students learn to respect differences, take responsibility for their actions, and exercise leadership
Maintain a high level of visibility and interact with students on a regular basis
Contribute to the effective team management of all relevant problems, issues, and opportunities
Assist students, individuals, and groups with their needs and concerns
Support and assist with departmental programmatic initiatives, including assigned committee work, which may often require collaboration with other offices
Maintain active participation with staff development activities, plan and participate in year round individual professional development opportunities, and assist in providing professional development for student and professional staff
Communicate guidelines of conduct, define student responsibilities, and serve as initial disciplinary hearing officer
Council and advise students, provide referrals when needed or requested, and intervene in crisis situations
Carry out "On Duty" responsibilities
Meet weekly with the Residence Life Staff and Student Affairs Suite Staff
Serve on University Committees as determined by Assistant Director and/or Associate Dean of Students

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree from an accredited institution by time of appointment is required
Prior residence hall and leadership experience required
Prior supervisory experience is required
Demonstrated ability to understand the needs of people from diverse backgrounds and interests required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) with individuals and before groups are required
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends is required
Ability and willingness to live in a residence hall apartment is required

BENEFITS

Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Free Parking
Tuition Discount

Residence Director

University of Indianapolis

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