What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residence Director position at International Residence Hall- Foley, AL?
International Residence Hall is the Nation's most experienced provider of Employee Housing for BridgeUSA J1 Work Travel Students. We provide a comfortable, safe, and welcoming home-away- from-home to people from at least 30 different countries and we have served local employers large and small.
The Residence Director (RD) of International Residence Hall (IRH) is a full time position, reporting to the National Director of Operations. The RD is responsible for the operational and financial success of the business. The RD will oversee all operations from day-to-day business and staff management to ensure a positive and safe resident experience. The RD will help build the business and brand through providing leadership, driving excellence, and executing on the IRH Systems of Success. The RD will maintain a strong working relationship with: IRH Revenue Operations Manager, sponsor agencies, local employers, municipal leaders, and other community stake holders. RDs also serve in an on-call rotation, responding to incidents of crisis that occur after hours and on weekends.
· Train, supervise and evaluate Resident Hosts. Conduct weekly/bi-weekly group staff meetings and meet with individual RAs.
· Afford life-lesson educational experiences in living cooperatively with others, developing and clarifying values, developing appreciation for new ideas, cultural and lifestyle differences and developing independence.
· Provide training, management and services that enable the orderly and effective administration of the residence hall. Ensure that residents are familiar with services, facilities, staff members and functions. Educate residents on safety, security, and emergency procedures. Disseminate explanations of institutional and residential community policies, procedures and expectations, as well as provide a clear explanation of confrontational and inappropriate behavior.
· Manage and supervise residential facilities in a manner ensuring that they are clean, safe, well maintained and conducive to a positive experience. Daily management and oversight of all departments.
· Work closely with IRH Revenue Operations Manager to maximize occupancy throughout the year.
· Represent IRH with the highest degree of professionalism to both internal and external audiences.
· Work with National Director of Operations in preparation of IRH’s annual Operating and Capital Budgets.
· Promote awareness, inclusion, and appreciation of cultural and lifestyle differences.
· Oversee the procurement of operating supplies and equipment.
· Promote awareness, inclusion and appreciation of cultural lifestyle differences.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required. Leadership experience in residence life or related student facing department preferred. The person should be self-directed, organized and enjoy working with residents. Demonstrated intercultural, diversity and inclusion competencies and a commitment to working with diverse populations. Those applicants with a strong background in hospitality management are also encouraged to apply. We are seeking those willing to serve. Must be willing to live on-site. Housing provided.
* Collaboration: Exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, and feelings thoughtfully with others in a manner that is proactive and enhances partnerships.
· Inclusion: Actively engaging with the values of IRH by promoting a work environment that embraces diversity and demonstrating respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
· Innovation: Performing one’s job with creativity and proactivity, improving procedures and problem-solving.
· Mission/Service Orientation: Focusing on service to others and contributing to IRH’s collective mission.
· Responsibility: Taking Ownership of one’s actions and accountability for one’s tasks and duties.
· Employee Development: The commitment and initiatives of the manager to help their employees be successful in achieving goals and grow professionally.
· Team Management: Overseeing the success of your employees, helping to allocate resources appropriately and support the accomplishment of common goals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000