What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Residential Life position at Goucher College?
Job Description:
The Associate Director of Residential Life plays a vital role in creating a vibrant and inclusive residential community that enhances the overall student experience. Reporting to the Director of Residential Life, the Associate Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of residential facilities, providing leadership to residential staff, and promoting a safe and supportive living environment for students. The Associate Director will actively contribute to the development and implementation of policies and programs that support student success and engagement within the residential community.
Essential Duties:
A. Supervision and Leadership
- Supervise and provide leadership to Residence Life Coordinators and other student staff members.
- Provide ongoing training, support, and professional development opportunities for residential life staff.
- Foster a positive and inclusive residential community that promotes student engagement and personal growth.
B. Residential Operations:
- Oversee all aspects of the special interest houses on campus, including meetings with the head of each house, updating and production of house functions, and yearly housing assignments
- Implementing the residential life budget, including forecasting expenses and allocating resources effectively.
C. Crisis Management and Student Support:
- Serve as a resource and support system for students experiencing personal, academic, or other challenges.
- Respond to emergencies and crises within the residential community, including on-call responsibilities as needed.
- Collaborate with campus partners to provide holistic support to students. Participate in residential life on call rotation and respond to emergency or crisis situations in an efficient and effective manner to ensure safety and well-being of residents.
D. Community Development and Programming
- Develop and implement programs and initiatives that foster a sense of community and belonging within the residential halls.
- Collaborate with student leaders and campus organizations to offer a diverse range of programming and events.
- Promote a culture of respect, inclusivity, and responsible citizenship within the residential community.
- Serve as a resource and representative of the department, division, and college at college-sponsored programs; serve on college committees, and perform other related duties as assigned.
E. Policy Communication and Enforcement:
- Communicate, and enforce residential policies and procedures in alignment with institutional values and standards
- Maintain accurate records related to student conduct and, incidents
- Act as a liaison between Facilities Management Services to enhance and address concerns within the residential facilities. Other liaison partnerships include Student Administrative Services and Public Safety.
Education:
Required: Bachelor’s Degree
Required: Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field.
Professional Experience:
Required: 3 years of experience in residential life or housing. Demonstrated supervisory experience and strong leadership skills.
Preferred: 5 years of increasing responsible positions in residential life and housing in a higher education setting including supervision of full-time professional
Salary: $56,100-$62,000
Job Category:
StaffSalary : $56,100 - $62,000
