University of Minnesota - Crookston - Area Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of experience (including undergraduate employment) in Residential Life, Student Affairs, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated self-awareness, cultural competence, and achievement in working with diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to the land-grant mission of the University of Minnesota Crookston, especially as related to access and student success.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with faculty, student affairs educators, and students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Counseling, or a closely related area.
• Experience in higher education providing service to college students with diverse identities including first-generation college students; students of various racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds; students from low-income families; students from rural communities; LGBTQ students; and non-traditional adult learners.
• Proficiency in a second language, preferably Spanish.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Director for Residential Education, the Area Coordinator (AC) contributes to creating a vibrant campus community characterized by a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging for students with diverse identities with special focus to students in UMC’s residence hall facilities. The AC is a full time (10-month), entry-level professional required to live in an assigned on-campus apartment and serve in the on-call rotation with other department staff. The AC is responsible for the development and implementation of department initiatives that support learning, engagement, belonging, and persistence. The AC is expected to have weekly evening and occasional weekend commitments, to travel on behalf of the department periodically, and to work in the event of University closure or reduced operations as needed.

Compensation and Term:

• 10-month renewable contract.
• Compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and academic discipline.
• Competitive benefits including health and retirement.
• Housing and meal plan provided.

Functions and Duties:

Leadership & Administration (25%)

• Demonstrate self-awareness of one's own cultural beliefs, perspectives, and privileges as a part of meeting the needs of all students in a fair, caring, and non-discriminatory manner.
• Acknowledge the specific and particular realities of faculty and students of color, LGBTQ individuals, and other minoritized communities with Northwest Minnesota while also connecting communities to local and regional experiences in order to foster a greater sense of belonging.
• Generate mutual solidarity among historically underrepresented populations including but not limited to various racial and ethnic groups, first-generation college students, students from rural and agrarian communities, students from low-income families, LGBTQ students, students with disabilities, and religious minorities.
• Directly supervise and evaluate Community Advisor staff (may include summer staff). Hold intentional one-on-one meetings. Plan and facilitate regular staff meetings.
• Serve as the Summer Camps and Conference Coordinator, including supervision of summer staff, check ins and checkouts of camps, liaison between campus partners to ensure summer experiences are positive.
• Participate in and present training topics for Community Advisors during fall/winter training and throughout the academic year.
• Serve as a resource on University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist the Director in the recruitment and selection of Community Advisors
• Coordinates the recruitment of students for other engagement and leadership opportunities
• Attend residential life staff meetings and actively participate in Community Advisor training.
• Maintain and improve the physical environment of the residence community in conjunction with the Director. Ensure all safety, security, and maintenance needs are reported to appropriate personnel. Develop regular communication practices with custodial and maintenance staff.
• Assist in the implementation of administrative functions within area (e.g. room assignments, no-shows, room changes, room condition records, damage billing,) in conjunction with the Director. Perform tasks in accordance with established Residential Life procedures and deadlines.
• Maintain an inviting office space.
• Assist in the implementation of all residence hall openings and closings throughout the year.
• Assist in the management of residents undergoing quarantine/isolation due to COVID-19.
• Assist in management of duty system for Community Advisor staff.
• Represent Residential Life on University work groups, task forces, and committees.

Student/Community Development (75%)

• Work with department staff and students to create and maintain a living and learning environment that supports the mission of the University of Minnesota Crookston Office of Residential Life.
• Actively assist in the development and implementation of an intentional community development model that includes an emphasis on diverse, equitable, and inclusive community programming and support.
• Establish an academic focused environment by creating campus partnerships, implementing initiatives, and providing tools to Community Advisors that supports student academic success.
• Serve as a conduct hearing officer utilizing a restorative justice approach to sanctioning.
• Assist in student leadership development. Be active and visible in support of student initiatives. Examples include collaboration with Multicultural Affairs, advising one of our identity-based organizations, etc.
• Develop working knowledge of campus and community resources. Serve as an educator and general resource in a compassionate manner when intervening with students regarding a variety of issues including: college transition, academic and personal experiences, roommate conflicts/challenges, intimate partner/sexual violence, and mental health crises.
• Confront behavior that is not appropriate in residence hall and apartment communities, per Community Behavioral Standards.
• Maintain communication with faculty, staff, and other administrative personnel as needed.
• Participate in an “on-duty” rotation to provide support for students and student staff. Being on duty may require quick on-site response throughout Residential Life facilities.
• Assist Director in developing and maintaining departmental processes
• Represent Residential Life at admission events and orientation.
• Assist in the selection of full-time positions in Residential Life.
• Assist in the execution of departmental emergency response procedures, including COVID-19.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.