Assistant Director of Residence Life

LRES Corporation; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Assistant Director of Residence Life in Chicago to lead 4-5 Residence Directors and shape the learning communities program across campus. The role emphasizes collaboration, crisis management, and staff development to enhance the residential experience.

The position requires a Master’s degree in College Student Personnel or related field, and a willingness to work evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student affairs or related field.
• Experience in residence life or student affairs.
• Ability and willingness to work varied hours including evenings and weekends.
• Proven leadership and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and evaluate 4-5 full-time professional Resident Directors.
• Manage daily operations of Learning Communities programming and staff training.
• Develop programs and initiatives for residents, focusing on learning communities and residential curriculum.
• Foster collaboration with campus offices to design policies and support initiatives.
• Support housing processes including opening/closing, housing selection, and inspections.
• Serve on-call rotation for emergencies and crises.
• Oversee residential student leadership programs (RHA, NRHH).
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Staff supervision

Collaboration across campus

Flexible hours

Education

Master’s degree in College Student Personnel / Higher Education

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Assistant Director of Residence Life

Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago.

Position Details

Position Details Job Title Assistant Director of Residence Life Position Number 8101939 Work Modality Fully In-Person Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? NO Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name RESIDENCE LIFE Location Code RESIDENCE LIFE (03850A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No Duties and Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and evaluate 4-5 full-time professional Resident Directors (RDs); indirectly supervises additional Residence Life student leaders and student employees.
• Manages daily operations of Learning Communities programming initiatives and staff selection and training.
• Develops programs, services and initiatives that meet the needs of students living in the residence halls with specific focus on the learning community program, Residential Curriculum (programming) and Staff Selection and Training.
• Forges strong collaborative relationships with an array of offices across campus to recommend policies, design programs, and support initiatives that enhance the residential experience and learning environment.
• Assist with the implementation of large departmental operational processes including opening/closing, housing selection, room inspections, etc.
• Serve in second-level 24/7 on-call rotation for all residential students to manage emergencies and crises
• Oversee residential student leadership programs, including Residence Hall Association ( RHA ) and National Residence Hall Honorary ( NRHH )
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student affairs or another related field.
• Prior experience in residence life and/or other areas of student affairs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student affairs or another related field
• Prior experience in residence life and/or other areas of student affairs
• Ability and willingness to work varied hours including evenings and weekends as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work effectively with staff and students
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• Demonstrated skills in crisis management
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with offices and departments in and outside of student affairs
• Experience in supervising and advising paraprofessional staff and student leaders

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses None

Computer Skills Proficient computer skills, ability to use MS Office.

Supervisory Responsibilities Yes

Required operation of university owned vehicles No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No

Physical Demands None

Working Conditions Irregular Hours

Open Date 08/20/2026

Close Date Position

Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $75,000/ann

Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $68,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed. Loyola University Chicago adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35689

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a master's degree in college student personnel, higher education/student affairs, or another related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have experience working in residence life or student affairs?
  • Yes
  • No
• Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values? (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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