Assistant Residence Director

Endicott College; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Endicott College seeks an Assistant Residence Director (ARD) to lead a residential community under the supervision of a Residence Director. The ARD will oversee a team of Resident Assistants, support a diverse student population, and serve as a conduct hearing officer.

This live-in, full-time, 10-month position includes on-call duty rotation and ongoing opportunities for hands-on experience in student affairs and higher education administration. The role is offered as a three-year term on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree pursuit preferred.
• Experience in Residence Life or student affairs recommended.
• Ability to work flexible hours; evenings and weekends.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision, training, and evaluations for Resident Assistants.
• Implement RA-led education initiatives and events.
• Support housing operations and occupancy management.
• Oversee housing selection, break closings, and transitions.
• Participate in on-call crisis response and protocols.
• Serve as conduct hearing officer for campus standards matters.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and follow-up with students.
• Support departmental initiatives and collaboration across offices.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Pursuing Master's degree

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! . 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 Outcomes

• 50%: Residential Community & Supervision Provide 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 collaborations


• Support departmental initiatives that foster student engagement, inclusion, and community building in the residential experience


• Oversee 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 billing


• Assist with broader Residence Life operations such as housing selection, break closings, and summer transition planning


• 30%: Student Conduct and On-Call Participate in the on‑call duty rotation, providing crisis response for psychological, medical, Title IX, and facilities‑related emergencies, and following established College protocols


• Serve as a conduct hearing officer to address student behavioural concerns and policy violations in accordance with the Office of Community Standards


• Facilitate conflict resolution and follow‑up with students involved in conduct‑related matter


• 20%: Departmental Initiatives Support Lead and support departmental programming efforts through RA engagement initiatives, signature events, and collaborative programs with other campus offices


• Promote initiatives that align with the College’s goals around student learning, belonging, and development in the residential setting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor’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 skills


• Must be detail oriented Professional and pleasant manner with outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills is essential

In 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.

Inclusive Culture

• Inclusive Culture: We thrive on a mix of backgrounds and perspectives.


• Engaged Community: Work alongside passionate staff and faculty.


• Total Rewards: Competitive benefits and a picturesque work environment.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We offer a full spectrum of degree programs and a workplace culture rooted in belonging.

Come do your best work with us.

Endicott College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment and complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations advancing equal employment.

The College's objective is to employ individuals qualified and/or trainable for open positions by virtue of job‑related education, training, experience, and qualifications without regard to sex, race, religion, color, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.