Req Id 40685
Job Title Residence Education Coordinator
City West Lafayette
Job Description
The Residential Education Coordinator REC is a full-time professional live-on position within University Residences with a 12-month apartment and board plan. The REC is responsible for developing strong inclusive residential communities with a curricular focus. This position will form relationships with individual students, faculty, and staff, including coaching and supervising student staff and mentoring graduate students.
Responsible for leading residence operations in a way that creates and maintains a positive intercultural learner-centered community. The REC will promote, encourage, and reward student learning, academic success, and co-curricular participation. Responsible for fostering an atmosphere of respect for individual differences and community values and advising and supporting student groups.
The REC will facilitate and develop a nurturing residential community responding to sensitive issues and fostering a supporting environment for a highly diverse population.
What Were Looking For
Bachelor degree 0-1 year of experience One year professional work experience
Ability to support a culture of professionalism in alignment with unit values Skills in decision making, problems solving, continuous improvement, change management, strategic thinking, financial management, and drive for results.
Skills in supervision, leading others, and promoting teamwork in daily work activity Ability to work and thrive under limited supervision Must have the ability to understand and interpret related local, state, and federal regulations, guidelines, codes, and laws.
Customer service and communication skills Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds.
Desire to increase knowledge and skills through on-going development activities Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
A valid US or Canadian Drivers License.
What is Helpful
One year of experience in Residential Life or Student Affairs. A commitment to student learning Ability to provide an example of collaborative programmatic efforts.
Additional Information
To learn more about Purdues benefits summary, visit https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employee-benefits/benefits_enrollment.pdf
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. A background check will be required for employment in this position.
FLSA Exempt Not Eligible For Overtime Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Who We Are
Purdue is a community built on collaboration with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride, and endless opportunity to live, learn, and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Education Masters Degree
Experience 1-2 years of experience
FLSA Status Exempt