Assistant Director-Residence Life

Nebraska State College System; Chadron (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Job summary

Nebraska State College System is seeking an Assistant Director of Housing and Residence Life to oversee residence hall operations and staff, ensuring student safety and a positive living-learning environment on campus. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating programs, and maintaining occupancy and facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or related experience, with opportunities to live in residence halls and provide round-the-clock coverage for events and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related work experience.
• Experience managing and working with young adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security throughout assigned residence halls.
• Maintain regular on-call coverage while retaining proximity to campus as scheduled by the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life.
• Uphold Board, CSC, and Residence Life policies and procedures.
• Address issues related to safety and security.
• Assist in the student conduct process including reports and necessary forms.
• Supervise assigned resident advisors, including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation.

Skills

Staff development

Recruitment

Student leadership

Operations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

Job description

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Applications received after interviews are scheduled may not be fully considered for this position.

We do not accept references or other application materials from outside credential management organizations. Application materials and references must be submitted through our applicant tracking system.

Assist with supervision of residence halls and administration of residence life activities. Facilitate community development that enhances student success and growth. Responsible for overseeing residence hall occupancy, managing auxiliary services, supervising hall facilities and furnishings. May coordinate conference and guest housing, maintain financial records and prepare reports. Act as a primary point of contact for residential students. May specialize in one of the following areas: (1) Staff Recruitment and Selection, (2) Staff Training and Development, (3) Staff Programming, (4) Student Leadership Development or (5) Operations. May receive room and board at the residence hall as part of the employment package

Examples of Work Performed

The Assistant Director position will be required to live in an assigned residence hall and conduct regular office and/or desk hours as well as supervise student staff. The unique nature of this position may require work hours during holidays, nights, and weekends. On-call coverage and emergency response availability, as well as attendance at campus functions is required as determined by the supervisor.

Essential Duties

• 1. Ensure safety and security throughout assigned residence halls
• 2. Maintain regular on-call coverage while retaining proximity to campus as scheduled by the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life
• 3. Uphold Board, CSC , and Residence Life policies and procedures
• 4. Address issues related to safety and security
• 5. Assist in the student conduct process including reports and necessary forms
• 6. Manage the front desk for assigned facilities
• 7. Assist with student behavioral challenges and concerns
• 8. Oversee building rounds and walk-throughs
• 9. Collaborate with CSC Security and emergency responders
• 10. Supervise assigned resident advisors, including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation.
• 11. Ensure high-quality customer service among supervisees
• 12. Supervise staff and students at various campus functions and events
• 13. Implement programs and activities for students
• 14. Encourage student involvement throughout campus
• 15. Oversee Intentional Interaction Report process for assigned facilities
• 16. Ensure the general well-being of campus students
• 17. Routine occupancy tracking and reporting
• 18. Oversee and assist with appropriate check-in and check-out procedures
• 19. Furniture and equipment inventory and assessment
• 20. Report maintenance and/or custodial needs
• 21. Ensure the general upkeep of residential facilities
• 22. Other duties as assigned

Secondary Duties

• 1. Conduct room checks as needed
• 2. Assist with summer camps and conferences
• 3. Collect, maintain, and report records of facility activities, programs, initiatives, and administrative procedures as designated by the supervisor
• 5. Coordinator for Housing and Residence Life storage spaces
• 6. Attend floor and building meetings as needed
• 7. Assist other Residence Life staff with programs and events as needed
• 8. Incorporate leadership development opportunities among supervisees
• 9. Adhere to the Residence Life Association programming model
• 10. Document and report formal and informal student feedback and/or needs
• 11. Serve on committees as determined by the supervisor

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing and working with young adults

Physical Demands

The physical requirements for this position may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the ability to use a computer, calculator, telephone, keyboard, and/or various types of office equipment. Must be able to effectively communicate in verbal and written formats and satisfactorily perform the functions of this position.

License and Certification Requirements

None

Other Requirements

Successful background records check

Salary Information

Salary Information $43,839 plus on campus room and board

FTE

1.000

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Status

Union Status NSCPA

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Number

Posting Number PS1750P

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 11/16/2026

Open Date

Open Date 10/28/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree or related work experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you available to work on the Chadron State College campus?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to work longer hours when emergencies arise, for special events, and when deadlines must be met?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your interest in serving students from diverse, rural, and underrepresented populations.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Share when you have organized college student activities or events.

  (Open Ended Question)