What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Residential Life - Full Time position at Stuart Hall School?
Stuart Hall School - Staunton, VA
Stuart Hall School, an independent Episcopal day and boarding school serving grades 6-12, seeks a full-time Director of Residential Life to provide both strategic leadership and daily oversight of the residential life program, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for boarding students.
Position Highlights
The Director Of Residential Life's Responsibilities Include
Residential Life Leadership & Management
Located in Staunton, VA, a vibrant small town frequently ranked among the best in the U.S., Stuart Hall offers a close-knit academic community, innovative curriculum, and a commitment to student growth. Our Staunton Is Our Campus initiative provides unique experiential learning opportunities.
A full job description, with additional details, is available in the link at the bottom of this page.
To Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Stuart Hall School values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity. The School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. All aspects of personnel management - including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits, training and working conditions - will be administered in accordance with this policy. Each employee is expected to do their part to maintain a working environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Position requires the ability to pass a background check.
Stuart Hall School, an independent Episcopal day and boarding school serving grades 6-12, seeks a full-time Director of Residential Life to provide both strategic leadership and daily oversight of the residential life program, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for boarding students.
Position Highlights
The Director Of Residential Life's Responsibilities Include
Residential Life Leadership & Management
- Provide leadership, management, mentorship, and support to Residential Life faculty.
- Oversee all aspects of the Residential Life Program.
- Manage residential logistics.
- Serve as a dormitory head, living on campus and participating in the duty rotation.
- Assist with professional development for Residential Life faculty.
- Serve as a back-up to the School Nurse, triaging minor injuries and administering medications
- Lead the planning and execution of weekend activities.
- Develop and manage the Student Activities Budget with the Dean.
- Be a visible leader in student life, motivating students to engage in activities, fostering school spirit, and strengthening campus culture.
- Oversee the Red/White competition.
- Assist with the coordination and execution of major school events.
- Assist international students with transportation, break logistics, and host family coordination.
- Serve as a resource for international families.
- Support international students in cultural celebrations and integrating into school life.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with students, families, colleagues, and external vendors regarding programs and events.
- Collaborate with the Dean and Assistant Dean on strategic planning for student life.
- Contribute photos and written updates for school communications.
- Some position-specific tasks must be completed during the summer. Employees have the flexibility to determine when and where they work, provided all deadlines are met.
- Attend major school events and engage with students, faculty, and staff to stay connected to school life.
- Serve as an advisor to a group of 8-12 students.
- Depending on experience and school needs, teach a class or lead a co-curricular program.
- Valid driver's license required as well as ability to pass a background check.
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Previous experience in residential life, specifically living in a dormitory, for at least three years.
- A strong interest in contributing to extracurricular aspects of school life, such as coaching, leading afternoon activities, chaperoning weekend events, or collaborating with student clubs.
- Valid driver's license required as well as ability to pass a background check.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Ability to travel around various parts of the school building and campus. Some areas of the historic main campus are only accessible by stairs. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to allow employees to perform essential duties.
- Experience coaching interscholastic sports, especially volleyball, soccer, basketball or golf.
- Experience as a dorm head or previous experience leading a residential life program is preferred.
- Experience leading student activities is preferred.
Located in Staunton, VA, a vibrant small town frequently ranked among the best in the U.S., Stuart Hall offers a close-knit academic community, innovative curriculum, and a commitment to student growth. Our Staunton Is Our Campus initiative provides unique experiential learning opportunities.
A full job description, with additional details, is available in the link at the bottom of this page.
To Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Stuart Hall School values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity. The School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. All aspects of personnel management - including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits, training and working conditions - will be administered in accordance with this policy. Each employee is expected to do their part to maintain a working environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Position requires the ability to pass a background check.
