Assistant Director Residential Life

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University in West Lafayette seeks an Assistant Director of Residential Life to provide leadership within three to five residential communities housing about 3,500 students. The role focuses on enhancing academic success and student development within a collaborative environment.

Key qualifications include a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in related fields. The position will require strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to support the strategic vision of the campus.

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to foster a culture of professionalism and must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 3 years post master’s experience in Residential Life or related field.
• Ability to work effectively under limited supervision.
• Excellent skills in decision making and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to assigned Residential Life Neighborhood.
• Ensure successful student development and academic success.
• Collaborate with neighborhood staff to enhance student experiences.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Team building

Conflict management

Decision making

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in student affairs or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook/Electronic Email

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director Residential Life

City: West Lafayette

Job Summary

The Assistant Director (AD) of Residential Life will provide leadership to the assigned Residential Life Neighborhood of three to five residential communities and additional master leased properties housing approximately 3,500 students (of the 17,000+ student residential system) through a commitment to student development, academic success, supervision, teamwork, and communication. This position will support the strategic vision of Purdue University Residences residential campus environment, which offers students opportunities for personal growth through relationship building within a residential campus environment and share in the student-centered focus for the neighborhood oversight. The AD will provide direction and expertise to the neighborhood staff while working to maintain and enhance the community, educational, and social experiences of residential students. Responsible for maintaining a commitment to the success of Purdue's strategic plan.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in student affairs or related field
• 3 years post master’s experience in Residential Life, fraternity & sorority life, student activities, group living, or related field
• Ability to utilize strong critical thinking, analytical, team building, and conflict management skills to foster student learning and development
• Ability to support a culture of professionalism in alignment with unit values
• Demonstrated skills in decision making/problems solving, continuous improvement/change management, strategic thinking, financial management, and drive for results
• Demonstrated skills in supervision, leading others and promoting teamwork in daily work activity
• Ability to work and thrive under limited supervision
• Must have the ability to understand and interpret related local, state, and federal regulations, guidelines, codes, and laws
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds
• Ability to identify problems, analyze information and implement solutions
• Proficiency in Office software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook/Electronic Email
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality
• Desire to increase knowledge and skills through on-going development activities
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

What Is Helpful

• Five (5) years of experience in Residential Life or related field
• Crisis response /on-call experience
• Supervision of full-time staff

Additional Information

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary
• https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/employeebenefits/benefits_enrollment/pdf/summaries/2023/Benefits-summary-Admin-Op-2023.pdf
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions immediately

Education

Master's Degree

Experience

2-3 years of experience

FLSA Status

Exempt