What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director for Residential Education position at Wheaton College Massachusetts?
Wheaton College has a mid-level position available for professionals looking to grow their training and residential education skills. This is a great opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team as we evolve a robust residential program and work to support the needs of Wheaton’s talented student body. Wheaton College is home to six professional staff members that support the housing needs of over 1,700 students, 96% of whom live on campus.
To support and enhance the mission of the Office of Residential Life, the Assistant Director is a full-time role responsible for direction of residential education on campus. This includes the day-to-day management of a residential area with approximately 350 residents and supervision of Resident Advisors.
The Assistant Director position is a Live In position and is provided with a semi furnished apartment, a meal plan, and a designated parking spot. Wheaton is located in a picturesque New England town with easy access to the train providing a 30 min trip into Boston or Providence. The Cape Cod Beaches are also just a 30 min ride from campus. Professional Development funds are also available.
Job Responsibilities
Community Development
- Responsible for community development within one of four residential “quad” areas on campus, which include 4-6 residential buildings
- Maintain visibility in the office, by attending, and facilitating events and programs.
- Respond to community issues and concerns such as roommate or community conflicts etc. Create and support programming that enhances the sense of community and supports the mission of the college.
Student Staff Selection and Training
- Responsible for student staff trainings, including Lead Resident Advisor Training and Resident Advisor Trainings in August and January
- Plan Resident Advisor In-Service trainings monthly
- Update job descriptions and market student staff positions
- Coordinate student staff selection process, including application and interview process
- Assess and evaluate programming and staff performance
Conflict Management
- Develop proactive programming for students surrounding conflict management
- Coordinate student and professional staff training surrounding conflict management
- Facilitate high-level roommate mediations and determine appropriate next steps
Supervision responsibilities
- Supervise one Residential Life Coordinator
- Supervise Resident Advisors in your area
Student Support
- Follow-up with residents who may be students of concern, in need of mediation of residential conflicts, and/or are in violation of college policies.
- Serve as a support and refer students appropriately for personal, emotional, and academic needs. Respond to conduct matters and violations of residence hall and college policies, including both violation adjudications and general follow-up.
Crisis Management
- Serve as primary college administrator on call as part of the “Tier 1” rotation including responding to campus incidents when on call – which includes 24-hour availability approximately 13 calendar weeks per year.
- Lead a coordinated response to campus incidents that involve Wheaton students.
- Collaborate with Campus Safety in their responsibilities with respect to addressing student concerns and advise them on proper protocol. Communicate as necessary with Student Affairs upper-administration staff, and other campus partners
Departmental Support
- Participate in key campus programs, including, but not limited to – RA Training and In-Services, Theme House Training, RA Selection, Theme House Selection, Hall Opening/Closing, Non-Academic Year Housing, or Room Assignment/Selection.
- Participate in all required professional staff, training and development.
- Support College programs and initiatives including New Student Orientation, Parent and Family Weekend, Senior Week, Commencement, and others.
- Participate in department, division, and campus-wide committees as needed or desired.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate or professional experience with education, training, or counseling.
- Previous supervision experience
- Evidence of strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population of students and colleagues.
- Knowledge of effective and emerging practices in social justice and ant-racism programming and education.
- Experience working with diverse populations and a demonstrated understanding of experiences faced by students who are members of historically excluded groups.
- Mature communication skills and evidence of ability to work effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
- Demonstrated experience and skills related to program development, student development, and working with small or large groups.
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
- Carry out the tasks as identified as a Title IX Reporter and a Clery Campus Security Authority, and respond and report accordingly.
- Ability to manage a complex job involving ambiguous tasks, multiple responsibilities, and an irregular and unpredictable schedule.
- Sense of humor and flexibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 years of professional experience in higher education.
- Master’s degree in college student personnel administration, higher education administration, or a related area
- Experience in programming, assessment, and counseling in the context of a small residential college.
- Experience with conflict resolution and facilitating dialogue
- Experience with student staff training and selection
Compensation and Benefits
To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $58,000 – $60,000.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $58,000 – $60,000.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.
Physical Demands
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Eeo Statement
Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Posting Date:
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
No
Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206
Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu
Contact Fax
Special Instructions to Candidates:
The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider.
While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.
While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.
Salary : $58,000 - $60,000
