Description: The Area Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for one or more residence halls in support of the mission of King University. This position fosters a safe and supportive residential community, supervises Resident Assistants, coordinates co-curricular programming, and supports the personal, spiritual, and social development of residential students.
The Area Coordinator also contributes to departmental and campus-wide initiatives throughout the year, including residence hall openings and closings, student transitions, and major campus events.
Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree required. Experience: Experience in residence life or student affairs preferred, including experience supervising or mentoring student leaders. Skills and Abilities • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to mentor student leaders and foster student development • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities • Ability to respond effectively to student concerns and emergencies • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Additional Requirements • Frequent evening and weekend work required • Participation in an on-call rotation • Ability to qualify to drive a university vehicle • Ability to obtain CPR certification
Christian Commitment Candidates must demonstrate a personal faith in Jesus Christ and support the mission and values of King University.
Responsibilities Residence Hall Leadership and Community Development • Oversee the daily operations and community development of assigned residence hall(s). • Maintain a visible and accessible presence within the residence halls. • Model and uphold King University Community Life Standards. • Address student concerns, behavioral issues, and policy violations in accordance with university procedures. • Provide mentorship and support to students and refer them to appropriate campus resources when necessary.
Staff Supervision and Development • Supervise, mentor, and support Resident Assistants assigned to the residence hall(s). • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with assigned staff. • Assist with the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of Resident Assistants. • Provide leadership and support to Resident Assistants during residence hall incidents and on-call periods.
Programming and Co-Curricular Engagement • Coordinate residence hall programming that fosters student engagement, community building, and holistic student development. • Maintain co-curricular programming initiatives that support students across classification areas (first-year, sophomore, junior, and senior experiences). • Guide Resident Assistants in the development and implementation of educational and social programming aligned with departmental goals.
Safety and Crisis Response • Participate in a rotating 7-day on-call period to respond to residence hall incidents and emergencies. • Coordinate emergency evacuation drills in collaboration with Campus Security. • Respond to and document student incidents and safety concerns.
Facilities and Housing Operations • Monitor the physical condition of assigned residence hall(s) and report maintenance concerns through the appropriate systems • Conduct residence hall health and safety inspections. • Assist with housing operations including key distribution, hall openings and closings, and building security during breaks and summer periods.
Campus and Departmental Initiatives • Assist with major Residence Life and campus initiatives including Move-In, Move-Out, student orientation activities, and other large campus events. • Support departmental projects and collaborative Student Affairs initiatives that contribute to student engagement and success.
Summer and Conference Services Support • This is a 12-month position with responsibilities that continue through the summer months. • During the summer term, assist with residence hall preparation, facilities coordination, and support of campus housing needs. • Provide assistance with conference services and summer housing operations as needed.
Administrative Responsibilities • Meet regularly with the Director of Residence Life and Residence Life staff. • Assist with housing administration including room assignments, student communication, and incident documentation. • Maintain an office presence during the work week. • Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and program evaluation. • Attend Student Affairs staff meetings and other required meetings.
General Responsibilities • Serve as a mandatory reporter in accordance with university policy. • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of university operations. • Comply with university policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. • Participate in professional development opportunities as approved by the supervisor. • Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Personnel This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to report to work or remain on campus during institutional emergencies.
Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English required Campus: Bristol, TN