Area Coordinator

Job Details

Job Location

Lasell University - Newton, MA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range

19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Category

Staff

Description

JOB SUMMARY : The Area Coordinator is one of the professional staff members who comprise the staff of the Office of Residential Life. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs, the Area Coordinator serves as a live-in, student development professional whose primary responsibility is the oversight of a specific residential area, where the Area Coordinator will facilitate all aspects of the residential experience for the students residing therein. The Area Coordinator must be able to work both independently and collaboratively.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The statements below are intended to describe the principal duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities. Lasell University has the right to add or change the job responsibilities at any time

Residential Operations

• Oversee daily operations for an assigned residential area of up to 400 beds. This includes managing student concerns, community events, student-staff supervision, facility issues, public safety, and damage billing.
• Cultivate a healthy living-learning environment through intentional programming, policy enforcement, and fostering community engagement.
• Assume leadership in a specific functional area, such as; Curriculum, Programming, RA Staff Selection & Training, Technology & Operations, or University Conduct System.
• Collaborate with key departments like Facilities, Campus Police, and Housing Operations to ensure a safe and functional residential experience.
• Maintain accurate housing records and assist in operational tasks such as room assignments, lock changes, and building transitions.

2. On-Call Responsibilities

3. Student Conduct

4. Supervision

Additional Functions

Tier Structure

This is a Tier 1 - fully on-campus position, with live-in responsibilities, requiring daily in-person interactions with students and other departments.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE JOB :

Minimum Education level :

Bachelor's degree and one to three years of residential experience in the college / university setting required; preferred candidates will have a master's degree in a related field (student development, counseling or higher education), and direct experience in college / university residential management and programming, and working with diverse student populations.

Computer skills : Microsoft Office; competence or ability to learn to use databases and other forms of electronic communication. Office utilizes software platforms including The Housing Director (THD), Guardian, Power Campus, and Canvas.

Other Requirements of the Job :

On call duty requires the ability to travel throughout the campus, including all floors of residences, most of which do not have elevators. Preferred candidates must enjoy working in a high-traffic, fast-paced environment. Demonstrate cultural competency with diverse groups, anticipate problems, reconcile conflicts, provide quality customer service to our residents. All candidates must have a commitment to student development; the ability to lead and develop staff; excellent interpersonal skills; the ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently; and an understanding of, and the ability to apply, student development and learning outcomes theories. Team and cross department collaborations are essential along with the ability to work independently.

Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.

Salary : $19 - $21