Area Coordinator

Central State University; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Central State University in Wilberforce, OH seeks an Area Coordinator who will oversee two residence halls and an apartment community housing 350+ students. This full-time, live-in role leads staff, ensures safety, supports student learning, and collaborates with campus partners to maintain a positive living environment.

The position calls for a Bachelor’s Degree and residential life experience, plus proven staff supervision and crisis intervention skills. Salary is budgeted at $42,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Residential life experience required.
• Successful experience in staff supervision, leadership development, advising, crisis intervention, counseling and hall administration

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with the Director of Residential Life and Associate Director for Residence Life to ensure community development and belonging.
• Provide personal assistance to students through advising, counseling, discipline and crisis intervention.
• Provide leadership to staff and students in developing a community environment (floor/ hall/ campus connections).
• Facilitate the educational curriculum for residential students (freshman to upper-class).
• Assist residents with issues typical to developmental level (transition to college, financial concerns, stress management, etc).
• Maintain high visibility by engaging with residents and staff activities.
• Support Residence Hall Association and Honors College Program as a resource.
• Ensure needs of residents are assessed and programs initiated to meet them.
• Maintain community development records for future reference.

Skills

Residential life experience

Staff supervision

Advising

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Hall administration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: 0801852

Classification Title: Area Coordinator

Department: Residence Life

Department Contact Email: [e-mail]

A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATIONAL CURRICULUM

• Work cooperatively with the Director of Residential Life, Associate Director for Residence Life and to ensure community development, which promotes a sense of residential belonging.
• Provide personal assistance to students through advising, counseling, discipline and crisis intervention.
• Provide leadership to staff and students in the development of a community environment. (Floor community, hall community, and connection to the campus community).
• Facilitate the educational curriculum for the specific population of residential students: freshman, sophomores and upper-class students.
• Assist students with issues typical to their developmental level (for ex. - transition to college or graduate school or professional field, financial concerns, stress management, study skills, selecting a major, mentoring, etc.)
• Maintain a high level of visibility by making every effort to get to know residents in the area and attending resident and staff activities.
• Support and acts as a resource to the Residence Hall Association and the University Honors College Program.
• Ensure that the needs of residents, including those of minorities and special interest groups are assessed and that programs are initiated to meet those needs.
• Ensure that community development records are maintained including hall assessments, resources, expenses, participation, etc. for future use by staff and student leaders.

B. POLICY ENFORCEMENT & DUTY COVERAGE

• Encourage self-discipline, self-government, and respect for individual rights among residents; encourage individual assertiveness.
• Clearly communicate Residential Life policy to staff and residents.
• When necessary, assist RAs and GAs in confronting residents who violate policies.
• Manage the educational discipline process for the residential area.
• Conduct disciplinary conferences and apply sanctions when appropriate.
• Assist with weekday, weekend, evening, and vacation duty coverage of campus.

C. STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Supervise 8 to 16 Resident Advisors.
• Assist with the marketing, recruitment, and selection process of Resident Advisors.
• Assist with the Resident Advisor training program.
• Assist with the Staff Evaluation program.
• Act as a liaison to other campus departments for the Office of Residential Life.
• Represent the Office of Residential Life and the Division of Student Affairs on University Committees and participate fully in professional activities.

D. DEPARTMENTAL COMMUNICATION AND DECISION MAKING

• Participate in regular meetings with both the Director for Residential Life, Associate Director of Residential Life, and the Residence Life Pro-Staff.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings.
• Attend Senior Staff meetings.
• Serve on and chair Residential Life committees assigned by the Director of Residence Life.
• Provide input to decisions regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
• Keep professional staff informed about critical issues and concerns in the area.
• Establish continuous communication with other Residential Life staff and University staff (Honors College, Public Safety, Student Life, Dining Services, etc.).

E. ADMINISTRATION

• Coordinate the administrative functions in the area, including preparation of weekly reports, key inventories, and timely completion of forms and correspondence.
• Assist with check-in, checkout of all residents and coordinates/cooperates with the Director of Housing on all tasks related to assignment of rooms.
• Assist with maintenance of facilities.
• Assess the success of Residential Life programs and research/benchmark for the Office.
• Assist with program preparation and setup when needed.
• Assist the Director of Residential Life in special project assignments.
• Occasionally attend local, regional, and national workshops and meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Residential life experience required.
• Successful experience in staff supervision, leadership development, advising, crisis intervention, counseling and hall administration

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Area Coordinator is a full-time, live-in professional staff member within the Office of Residence Life who is responsible for the overall management, leadership, and direction of a residential area that includes two traditional residence halls and an apartment community, collectively housing over 350 students. This role is essential in supporting the University’s mission through the development of safe, inclusive, and educational living environments that promote student learning, retention, and personal growth. The Area Coordinator supervises a team of Resident Advisors (RAs), manages daily building operations, coordinates student conduct processes, and serves as a critical first responder for crises and emergencies. This individual also partners closely with facilities, campus safety, counseling, and academic support offices to ensure seamless residential experiences for students.

Background Check

All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review. Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources. Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout the employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Position Category

Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary

$42,000

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts