Assistant Residence Director

Endicott-College; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Endicott College is seeking an Assistant Residence Director to lead a residential community, supervise a team of Resident Assistants, and support student development. This live-in, full-time role is 10 months and offered as a three-year term on campus.

You will participate in on-call duty, address incidents under college protocols, and collaborate with the Office of Residence Life to foster belonging and a safe living environment for a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or in progress for Master’s degree preference
• Experience in Residence Life or Student Affairs recommended
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal/leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, training, and performance evaluations for Resident Assistants
• Serve as conduct hearing officer and participate in on-call duty rotation for crises
• Oversee occupancy management, housing operations, and programming in the residential community

Skills

Team leadership

Supervision

Crisis response

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preference in Student Affairs or related field

Job description

We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you..Under the guidance and supervision of a Residence Director (RD), the Assistant Residence Director (ARD) plays a vital leadership role within the Office of Residence Life. The ARD is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a residential community, including the supervision and development of a team of Resident Assistants (RAs), supporting a diverse population of students living in Endicott housing, and serving as a conduct hearing officer. This position also participates in an on-call duty rotation, providing crisis response and support for residential students.The ARD is a live-in, full-time, 10-month professional staff position designed for individuals pursuing a Master's degree. The role provides an opportunity for hands-on experience in student affairs and higher education administration while contributing to a supportive, engaging, and inclusive campus community. This position is offered as a three-year term.This live-in role requires the Residence Director (RD) to maintain their primary residence in the assigned on-campus housing as a condition of employment. Housing must be vacated immediately upon separation from the College, regardless of the reason for termination.Key Outcomes50%: Residential Community & SupervisionProvide direct supervision, training, and performance evaluations for a team of Resident Assistants (RAs)Implement residential education initiatives, including RA-led engagement programming, departmental signature events, and cross-departmental collaborationsSupport departmental initiatives that foster student engagement, inclusion, and community building in the residential experienceOversee the occupancy management of assigned residential areas, including coordination of check-ins/check-outs, room changes, building and room condition reports (BCRs/RCRs), roommate agreements, safety inspections, and damage billingAssist with broader Residence Life operations such as housing selection, break closings, and summer transition planning30%: Student Conduct and On-CallParticipate in the on-call duty rotation, providing crisis response for psychological, medical, Title IX, and facilities-related emergencies, and following established College protocolsServe as a conduct hearing officer to address student behavioral concerns and policy violations in accordance with the Office of Community StandardsFacilitate conflict resolution and follow-up with students involved in conduct-related matter20%: Departmental Initiatives SupportLead and support departmental programming efforts through RA engagement initiatives, signature events, and collaborative programs with other campus officesPromote initiatives that align with the College’s goals around student learning, belonging, and development in the residential settingKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesBachelor’s degree required and preference of candidates who are pursuing a Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or related field.Previous experience in Residence Life and/or Student Affairs highly recommended.Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.Ability to represent Office of Residence Life, and Endicott College in a professional demeanor in person, on the phone and in written correspondences.Must be energetic and detail oriented with excellent management and organizational skillsMust be detail orientedProfessional and pleasant manner with outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills is essentialIn compliance with Massachusetts pay transparency law, the annual base salary range for this position is $32,000 - 34,000. Endicott College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, relevant work experience, education, specialized skills, internal equity, and external market data when extending an offer. The final salary is determined by the Human Resources Office based on these factors. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or other compensation.