Working under the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students (ODUS) and the residential college, the residential life coordinator reports to the assistant dean for student life (ADSL).
The residential life coordinator assists the ADSL in supporting and enhancing the undergraduate residential and co-curricular experience of students from all four years residing in or affiliated with that college. The primary focus of this position is to support and promote the health, safety and well-being of students in the college. By residing in the residential college and being readily available to respond to crises and urgent situations, the residential life coordinator helps to create and maintain a safe and supportive residential environment for all students. In addition, they will work to develop and implement programs and activities that foster a sense of community, well-being, and belonging among college residents, and support students in developing the skills required to navigate successfully the opportunities and challenges of living and learning within the University community.
The residential life coordinator will be expected to reside in the residential college and be available to advise students, respond to emergencies and support programs in the evenings and on weekends.
The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2024.
Under the direction of the ADSL, the residential life program coordinators will be expected to:
Safety and Well-Being
Community Building and Programming
Other Duties
Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree;
Candidates for the position will be expected to have 1-3 years of post-undergraduate relevant experience or graduate work;
Candidates must be willing to live in an apartment in the residential college and take most of their meals in their residential college dining hall.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates who are interested in pursuing a career and/or graduate work in higher education, counseling, social work, or a related field.
Appointment Term and Compensation:
Appointment to this 12-month position is for a term of two years. Compensation includes an apartment, board contract and a salary.
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