Residence Director Salary $41,500.00 - $49,000.00 Annually
Location College of Saint Benedict/Saint Johns University - St. Joseph, MN
Job Type Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time
Job Number 02178
Department Residential Life & Housing - CSB
Opening Date 02/16/2026
Description Residential Life at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Residence Director.
Why Join Us?
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 18 Paid Holidays Annually Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more
Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.
To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.
In Support of the Four-Year Residential Experience
The Residence Director (RD) is responsible for creating a supportive environment in a campus residential area that promotes the values and practices of Catholic, Benedictine living with an intentional focus on the development of women. The RD serves as a mentor, resource person, and role model to residents and student staff members. The Residence Director is responsible for implementing residential experience in their area, including facilitation of hall/area programming, training and supervision of resident assistants or community advisors, and community development.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
Competitive Salaries and Comprehensive Benefits
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program. For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.
The posted wage represents CSB and SJUs good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidates experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.
Responsibilities
Develop and foster a residential, community-focused environment using developmental theories, community models, and Benedictine Values, which encourages personal growth of students.
Supervise, train, and evaluate student staff.
Administer and interpret the student conduct process for residents in the area utilizing an educational and developmental approach.
Implement departmental residential curriculum through comprehensive programming, cohort-based learning, campus partner collaboration, and integration of learning outcomes and assessment plans.
Execute departmental projects and initiatives, including advising, staff selection, and training.
Serve in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support and crisis response, which may include hospital visits.
Support and assist with the overall Residential Life and Housing operations.
Work in partnership with other college constituencies to provide quality service to students.
Engage in on-going professional and personal development.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelors degree required; master's degree in college student personnel, student development, counseling, or related field preferred.
Two or more years of experience in residence life and/or student development, including program or event planning, participation in on-call duty rotation, and/or documentation of policy violations.
Two or more years of experience living in campus housing.
As a Residence Director in an all-womens residence hall at a college for women, it is a bona fide occupational qualification that the qualified candidate identifies as a woman.
Ability to work effectively within a team and motivate others.
Effective communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to engage students in their growth and development through supporting the values of the Catholic, Benedictine tradition.
Applicants from all faith traditions are encouraged to apply.
Willingness to learn and utilize student development theory, including womens development theory.
Willingness and ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, sound judgment, and confidentiality appropriate to the role.
Leadership development skills, including the ability to practice and teach shared leadership.
Demonstrated ability to make appropriate referrals.
Knowledge of professional standards in student affairs.
Computer proficiency, including word processing, database use, and internet-based systems.
Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.
Ability to live on the campus of CSB.
Valid drivers license and ability to meet the colleges vehicle use requirements, including completion of a defensive driving course.
Physical requirements:
Requires working at a computer, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 25 pounds.
The ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Travel requirements:
Occasional travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.
Occasional local/regional travel to assist with duty responsibilities, programming, and purchasing.
To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume.
If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu.
It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.
The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits Summary
The College of Saint Benedict/Saint Johns University provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University.
Health Insurance
Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
Dental Insurance
Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
Life Insurance
CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary. You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.
Long-Term Disability
After one year of benefit-eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.
Vacation
Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours. Employees working 100% time receive the following:
Vacation days per year Years employed 16 days 1-10 years 20 days 11+ years
Holidays
Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS-approved expenses.
Vision Plan
This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.
Tuition Remission
Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full-time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition-free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full-time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer: up to a maximum of 2 courses per year. There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full-time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment. There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participates where employees children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities. Tuition assistance is also available at Saint Johns Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.
Parental Leave
A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE. Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to all employees and immediate family members.
Retirement
CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full-time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).
Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.
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