Location
Scranton, PA | United States
Job description
University of Scranton
Director of Residence Life & Housing
Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Scranton embraces diversity and inclusion through its mission, Jesuit identity, strategic plans, community outreach programs, and numerous diversity programs. The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity employer and actively solicits applications from historically underrepresented candidates. Please see our full non-discrimination statement below.
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Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.
Anyone who has questions about the Universitys Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy, or the Universitys Non-Discrimination or Anti-Harassment Policy, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policy should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
The Office of Equity and Diversity
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Rm 311
[email protected] (570) 941-6645
University Mission The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The Universitys mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at
Department Residence Life
Job Purpose: The Director of Residence Life & Housing is responsible for leading and supervising the University's Residence Life & Housing program, which serves undergraduate and graduate students living both on- and off-campus. A member of the Division of Student Life's Leadership Team, the Director works closely with the Assistant Vice President for Student Life to advance the strategic direction of the residential experience, facility management, and business operations of a mid-size housing program. The Director supervises a team of professionals and student staff, and coordinates efforts to ensure the Residence Life & Housing program fosters transformational student learning that aligns with Ignatian values.
Preferred start date will be June 1, 2024.
Essential Duties: - Develop strategic vision for and coordinate a comprehensive Residence Life & Housing program that aligns with the Universitys mission and supports the Division of Student Lifes goals while fostering an inclusive, welcoming living environment for students
- Maintain a departmental philosophy grounded in Ignatian values through articulation of student learning outcomes, policies and procedures, and programming models that create vibrant, inclusive living communities for students
- Provide leadership of and oversight for the Office of Residence Life & Housings daily operations by engaging in tasks including, but not limited to, coordinating assessment efforts, managing departmental budgets, supervising and developing staff, and supporting University crisis response efforts
- Directly supervise and support professional development for two Assistant Directors and an Office Manager while also indirectly supervising and supporting the Area Coordinator team
- Oversee the selection, training, and development for students who serve as Resident Assistants and/or student-leaders within the Office of Residence Life
- Direct housing assignment processes for all residential students including first year, upper-division and graduate students
- Support University efforts to maximize occupancy in University housing by coordinating marketing efforts, monitoring the application and assignment processes, overseeing housing selection processes, and maintaining data that allows for development of informed projections as part of the Universitys budgeting efforts
- Coordinate education and support for junior and senior students choosing to live off-campus through programs including, but not limited to, the Off-Campus Education Process, pop up educational events, and strategic communications
- Collaborate with University partners to ensure compliance and student support in implementing medical accommodations in University housing
- Participate in the Student Life on-call rotation to provide direction and support to Area Coordinator on Duty and to respond to larger University crises
- Maintain appropriate Residence Life & Housing crisis response protocols and related communications
Additional Skills Required: - Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage, lead, and develop staff - Knowledge of best practices in Residence Life & Housing
- Competence in strategic planning
- Competence in crisis management
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated desire to work with college students
- Competence in assessment techniques
- Competence in budgeting and fiscal management
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse identities to advance student success and institutional goals
- Must be able to support the Universitys commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
- Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the Universitys Catholic and Jesuit mission
Minimum Education Requirements: - Masters degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education or a closely related field
Preferred Education: Minimum Job Experience Requirements: - At least five (5) years of progressive experience working in Residence Life with increasing responsibility and exposure to various facets of residence life and housing operations such as budgeting, facility administration, student development, community development programming, and professional and student staff supervision
Preferred Qualifications: Schedule/Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 12
Special Instructions to Applicants: Posting Number: S0806P
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