Director - Residence Life and Housing Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Position Information Job Title Director - Residence Life and Housing Full Time/Part Time Full Time FLSA Exempt General Job Description This is a managerial position responsible for leading all campus residence life and housing functions, including on-campus housing operations, fiscal operations, facilities management, housing assignments, residence life staffing and management, and the critical development of the staff and students living on campus. Serves as the chief housing officer of the university and as a member of the divisional executive committee and leadership team. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs. Essential Job Functions 1. Fosters an accessible and supportive residential environment for diverse student populations. 2. Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive housing plan sensitive to campus infrastructure and financial sustainability of its initiatives. 3. Designs, creates, and executes a departmental strategic plan including facility long-term planning, residential education initiatives/curriculum, staff development, and assessment initiatives to improve quality of life in residence halls and meet university strategic initiatives/mission. 4. Provides overall leadership to residence life team. 5. Directs designated staff to promote living-learning programs and residential student learning outcomes. 6. Oversees financial operations, including budget control and resource allocation. 7. Resolves complaints and problems related to the department. 8. Develops, implements, evaluates, and interprets all residence life policies, procedures, and contracts. 9. Works collaboratively with other units across campus to develop and support student progress and retention initiatives for residential students. 10. Oversees recruitment, training, and supervision of professional and student staff. 11. Establishes departmental mission and goals with input from staff and students. Non-Essential Job Functions 1. Represents the department on various departmental, divisional, and university committees. 2. Works evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays when required. 3. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or, using some other form of skills and abilities, be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. 1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university and departmental policies and procedures. 2. Knowledge of best practices in residence life and housing occupancy. 3. Knowledge of student development theory, student conduct, Title IX, and higher education trends and issues. 4. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. 5. Skill in public speaking and delivering presentations to individuals and groups. 6. Ability to employ evidence-based best practices to implement and evaluate residential living, student discipline, and student organization advising models. 7. Ability to exercise professionalism and sound judgment in making critical decisions. 8. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions. 9. Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget. 10. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. 11. Ability to maintain collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other university constituencies as well as the general public. 12. Ability to work effectively and ethically across cultural differences. 13. Ability to provide support for student development with a demonstrable concern for students. 14. Ability to engage students and to create and enhance their connection to the institution and each other. 15. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students. 16. Ability to work with and maintain confidential information. 17. Ability to handle difficult or stressful situations with professional composure. 18. Ability to train and supervise others. 19. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. Physical Demands Required Education Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, or a related field is required. Required Experience and Training Five years of related experience is required. Experience in university residential life program operations and progressive experience in housing and residential life, including supervision of professional staff, is required. Experience with leading a multi-faceted business unit is required. Budget management experience is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with residential learning communities is preferred. Special Conditions for Eligibility This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check. This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy. Min Pay Rate Mid Pay Rate Salary Information Hiring Salary - $96,545, Salary Grade - 5 Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting Is Background Check Required? Yes Benefit and Retirement Eligibility This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. EEO Statement Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S2024-128 Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants Number of Positions Available 1 Posted Date 08/26/2024 Review Start Date 09/30/2024 Close Date Work Schedule Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11968 Contact Information Contact Name Dr. Andrew J. Dies Contact Phone (936)468-7249 Contact Email andrew.dies@sfasu.edu Contact Information Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Will you have obtained a Master's degree by the start date of the position? + Yes + No + * What is your academic major/minor? (Open Ended Question) + * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating directly to the job to which you are applying? + Less than one + One to two + Three to four + Five to six + Seven to eight + Nine or more + * Please describe your experience in university residential life program operations, including supervision of professional staff. (Open Ended Question) + * Please describe your experience in strategic planning and budget management. (Open Ended Question) + * Please describe your experience with residential learning communities. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter + List of References Optional Documents