Area Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 38,310 - 52,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Area Coordinator for a full-time position in South Orange, New Jersey. This role involves supervising Residence Coordinators, managing residence hall facility operations, and contributing to departmental initiatives related to programming and student support.

Candidates should possess a Master's Degree in Higher Education and have 1-3 years of experience in Residence Life. The position offers a competitive salary range of $38,310 - $52,677 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Residence Life experience required.
• Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Residence Coordinators and para-professional staff.
• Manage monthly reports and ensure accuracy in housing occupancy.
• Lead staff in programming for student development.

Skills

Residence Life experience

Crisis intervention

Administrative and reporting skills

Behavioral intervention management

Education

Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field

Job description

Area Coordinator

Job No: 497311

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: South Orange

Categories: Administrator

The Area Coordinator (AC) is a twelve-month, live-in professional position in Residence Life. The AC supervises 3 full-time Residence Coordinators and supports the supervision of more than 30 para-professional staff members. Responsibilities also include oversight of approximately 1,100 resident students in multiple residence hall facilities, residence hall facility management, and oversight of all administrative processes and procedures. Additionally, the Area Coordinator works with the Central Staff on various departmental-wide initiatives including RA training and development, staff recruitment and selection, and housing operations and marketing. The AC also participates in the on-call duty rotation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervision

• Supervise 3 full-time Residence Coordinators and support the supervision of 30+ RAs, which includes staff meetings and regular one-on-one meetings with Residence Coordinators.
• Work with Residence Coordinators regarding their ongoing development and completion of their annual performance appraisal.
• Assist the department in development of trainings and in-service meetings.

Administrative

• Manage monthly reports for the area, reporting data on programming, interactions, and occupancy.
• Understand all administrative expectations of the Resident Coordinator role and assist with those tasks at high-volume times.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy in housing occupancy throughout the academic year.
• Manage follow-up of work orders entered by in‑hall staff, communicate with facilities and third‑party vendors as appropriate to ensure prompt resolution of students' needs in the residence halls.
• Assist with departmental projects and initiatives as requested including move‑in/move‑out, damage billing, and housing selection.

Programming

• Lead professional and student staff in development and implementation of programs which assist students with personal, academic, spiritual, and social skill development outside of the classroom.
• Oversee area-wide signature programming initiatives and support the department in other large‑scale programming efforts.

Behavioral Intervention and Management

• Utilize student conduct software to input incident reports, send student conduct letters, assign appropriate charges and sanctions.
• Serve as a conduct officer for alleged student violations of the Student Code of Conduct.

Crisis Intervention

• Participate in on-call duty rotation, including periods when the office is closed, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond to various student concerns and conduct incidents.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years Residence Life experience.
• Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field.

Salary Range: $38,310 - $52,677

Exempt/Nonexempt: Nonexempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Benefits Information: Full Time Benefits. Comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help simplify and enrich your life. Benefits include bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and retirement plan.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal‑opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University's mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.