Assistant Director of Residence Life

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Wofford College is a place where thought leads, where ideas are celebrated and problem solving is
expected. Wofford invites applicants who are focused on student success and excited to join a
community committed to preparing thought leaders.

Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in
Spartanburg, South Carolina. It offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of 1,800
undergraduates. Nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty,
experiential learning opportunities and successful and supportive graduates, Wofford is recognized
consistently as a “best value” and for its commitment to student success and accessibility for low- and
middle-income students. The college community has 12 sororities and fraternities as well as 20 NCAA
Division I athletics teams.

Wofford College invites applications for an assistant director of residence life. Reporting directly to the
director of residence life, the assistant director of residence life is an integral member of the staff of the
Division of Campus Life & Student Development (CLSD). The assistant director is responsible for the day-
to-day administration of the residence life program and supervision of four residence life coordinators
(RLCs). The assistant director will encourage a supportive and inclusive environment aligned with the
values of Wofford College.

The assistant director is a 12-month, full-time appointment, and reappointment is contingent upon an
annual satisfactory performance evaluation. Normal hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through
Friday; however, hours will vary widely to include working evening and weekends, contingent on
campus activities and special events. Minimal working hours will be 40 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Residential education – 40%

• Broadly oversee the residential education program, including the RA staff and co-curricular

• Oversee the recruitment, selection, and training of resident assistants.
• Act as supervisor on record for resident assistants, ensuring the completion of payroll and

programs.

Housing operations and administration – 30%
• Provide excellent customer service to members of the community engaging with the Office of

• Assist students with roommate concerns, room change requests and other housing issues when

• Assist with aspects of housing operations, including housing lottery, housing assignments,

• Serve as a general system administrator for eRezLife software, with a primary focus on

Student conduct – 20%

• Uphold and enforce applicable laws as well as college and office policies.
• Adjudicate student conduct issues through conduct meetings, mediations and coordination of

and sanctions using Maxient conduct software.

Campus life and student development – 10%
• Serve on the CLSD Programming Committee, the college’s emergency preparedness committee

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs or related field and minimum of two years
of experience working in residence life, student development or closely related fields
(intern/graduate experience will be considered); OR equivalent combination of education and
experience.

2. Effective computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
3. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and respond effectively in high-stress or crisis situations.
4. Demonstrated aptitude for working and communicating effectively in a professional manner.
5. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment and workplace and

an ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty and student populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Experience with housing/residence life software (direct experience with eRezLife is highly

desirable).
2. Effective experience with living-learning communities and other residence life/academic

partnerships.
3. Experience in an on-call rotation and/or with crisis response.
4. Knowledge of relevant higher education applications and software (including Banner).
5. Demonstrated commitment to the values and goals of a residential liberal arts college.

APPLICATION
Application materials must be submitted electronically to ivinskl@wofford.edu with the subject

line “Assistant Director Application.” Required application materials include: (1) a cover letter, (2)
a current resume, and (3) names and contact information for three professional references.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled. For assured consideration, applications
materials must be received no later than midnight on Sunday, March 19.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Wofford College provides a competitive benefits
package, including employer contribution to retirement savings, employer premium contribution to
comprehensive major medical insurance, tuition remission for qualifying dependents, and disability
insurance. Other benefits include free on-campus parking, an on-campus meal plan and other fringes.

ABOUT THE OFFICE
The Office of Residence Life at Wofford is committed to providing a welcoming and secure
environment that fosters success and prepares students for extraordinary and positive contributions
to a global society. To this end we prioritize wellness, promote holistic student development, facilitate
community-mindedness, celebrate difference, empower personal responsibility and cultivate
sustainability.

Our work is centered around these core values, which we recognize as necessary for the vibrant
community we strive to create:

• Inclusive community: Empowering people to live authentically and develop transformative

• Holistic development: Seeing opportunities for learning in every moment - in the classroom and

• Integrity and accountability: Expecting and encouraging honesty and personal responsibility

• Sustainability and resilience: Understanding our role as stewards of finite resources.

EEO STATEMENT
Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and
retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of
race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national
origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable
federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit
wofford.edu/administration/title-ix.

It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring
process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu.