Assistant Director-Residence Life

Peru State College; Wayne (NE); On-site; USD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apartment on campus

Block meal plan

Reserved parking

Job summary

Wayne State College seeks an Assistant Director-Residence Life to supervise residence hall staff, manage occupancy, and coordinate student-life programs that foster learning and growth on campus.

The role includes on-call duties, potential supervision of graduate staff, and housing/meal accommodations as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in student development or related area.
• 1-2 year of full-time Residence Life experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student development in a residential environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the undergraduate Resident Assistant staff and develop a living-learning environment.
• Assist in strategic planning and goal setting for the Residence Life department.
• Coordinate occupancy, facilities, and room selection for the residential area.
• Serve as a judicial officer handling student conduct.
• Participate in on-call emergency duty rotation and provide staff mentoring.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Master’s degree in student development or related area

Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

Tools

Word processing

Excel

Email

Internet

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.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Director-Residence Life

Nature of Work

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

1. Responsible for the supervision, leadership, and development of a comprehensive living-learning environment housing students
2. Assist in the overall direction and strategic planning of short and long term goals of the department
3. Creating a community development plan for the residential area focused on the learning, growth, and development of students
4. Supervise, train, evaluate and provide leadership to an undergraduate Resident Assistant staff of RA’s, Senior RA’s, and desk attendants. Potential supervision of a graduate student is possible.
5. Establish healthy mentoring relationships through daily interactions with students, mediate conflicts, respond to their needs and refer students to appropriate resources as needed
6. Participate in an on-call emergency duty rotation throughout the year (evenings and weekends), including academic breaks
7. Serve as a judicial officer for the College in handling student conduct
8. Coordinate day to day operations of the residential area and department such as occupancy, facilities management, hall opening and closing, room selection
9. Ensure the observance of all applicable rules and regulations as well as the Wayne State College code of conduct and Nebraska State College System board policies
10. Assist in the coordination of all department-wide initiatives including RA training, RA selection, room selection, and other programming initiatives and committees as needed
11. Manage efficient and accurate operational reports and communicate regularly with necessary offices
12. Develop a collaborative relationship with maintenance, custodial, campus security, student activities, and other offices as needed
13. Live in the Residence Hall as assigned
14. Provide support and direction for summer camps and conferences as directed
15. Other duties as assigned that are pertinent to the goals and mission of the department and the college

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student development or related area
• 1-2 year of full-time Residence Life experience
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with various constituencies including fellow professionals, students, and parents in a student centered environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to comfortably work and communicate effectively with word processing programs, spreadsheet programs, e-mail, and internet
• Individuals will be committed to personal growth, possess mature judgment, and be a skilled student development educator
• A commitment to educating in a residential environment
• Knowledge of student development theory and higher education ethical practices
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations

License and Certification Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required for independent driving. Acceptable Criminal Background and MVR Check.

Other Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required for independent driving. Acceptable Criminal Background and MVR Check.

Salary Information

Salary range for this position is $44,000-$46,000. Appointment includes apartment on campus with utilities, reserved parking space (permit purchase required), and a block meal plan while classes are in session.

FTE

1.000

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Status

NSCPA

Number of Vacancies

1

Posting Number

PS1734P

Desired Start Date

Open Date 09/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Wayne State College is seeking an Assistant Director-Residence Life.

Appointment includes apartment on campus with utilities, reserved parking space (permit purchase required), and a block meal plan while classes are in session.

General Information

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

EEO Statement

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

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