Residence Life Assistant Director

Residence Life Assistant Director

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an opening in Student Affairs as a Residence Life Assistant Director. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 26 consecutive years.

The Residence Life Assistant Director will manage the Sophomore Advisor program; participate in on-campus duty coverage; respond to emergency and crisis situations; with Student Affairs Leadership, act as primary decision maker when responding to concerns/emergency incidents in the residence halls; assist BIT/Rose Cares team and serve as a representative on the Emergency Management Team.

The Residence Life Assistant Director will serve as the co-advisor for the Residence Hall Association; direct the Student Affairs component of the summer programs Project SELECT and RosePower; serve as the Junior class advisor; teach one section of RHIT100 class during fall quarter; carry out administrative student supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the institute’s policies and applicable laws; provide daily verbal and written communication to the unit and department staff.

Additionally, the Residence Life Assistant Director will collaborate with the Director regarding the strategic direction of Residence Life; develop, implement, and coordinate various programs for the department; complete reports and maintain statistic and historical data and records related to Housing and Residence Life; serve on various groups and Institute committees and represent the Director and Residence Life department at various meetings/functions.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree in student affairs or related field and two to three years of experience working with higher education student activities. Demonstrated understanding of student development theory, concepts, practices, and procedures are essential. Must have effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers or members of the business community. Must be able to prepare training workshops; effectively present information to faculty, staff, students or outside constituents. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint is necessary.

Preferred candidates will have a master's degree in student affairs or related field and three years of experience in a higher education student affairs role. Experience with crisis management is desirable.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for. We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive. Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.

At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.

Salary Range is $45,250-$56,250. Salary is competitive. A higher salary may be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.

Applications: Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website, jobs.rose-hulman.edu, will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, HRApply@rose-hulman.edu, for questions.

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.

EEO/AA
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of religion, sex, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.