Community Director

Bryant University; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant University is seeking a Community Director to manage and supervise activities for staff and students in assigned residence areas. This is a full-time, twelve-month, live-in role reporting to the Assistant Director of Residential Life.

The position requires an undergraduate degree in counseling or higher education (graduate degree preferred) and prior residence hall management experience. Bryant emphasizes Belonging, well-being, and student success within Vision 2030.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in counseling and/or higher education; graduate degree preferred.
• Experience in residence hall management.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive campus community.
• Ability to supervise student staff and coordinate programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe living environment by enforcing housing rules and safety procedures.
• Provide counseling and guidance to students.
• Train and supervise resident assistants; develop programs.
• Coordinate building maintenance with facilities and manage on-call rotations.
• Perform administrative tasks and on-call duties.
• Serve as Community Standards Hearing Officer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diversity & cultural competence

Collaboration

Energy & enthusiasm

Judgement & decision making

Open to feedback

Education

Undergraduate degree in counseling/higher education

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

The Community Director reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life and is responsible for managing and supervising activities affecting the staff and students of the assigned residence area(s). This is a full-time, twelve-month, live-in position.

Bryant is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant’s strategic plan, Vision 2030, redefines higher education through a commitment to providing students with a transformational learning experience. Vision 2030 accelerates advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, vibrant student life, Division I athletics, and a connected community that fosters belonging and success.

Principal Accountabilities

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and cultural competence with the ability to positively work with and support diverse groups of students.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers and to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Possess the energy and enthusiasm necessary to engage and motivate students.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Open and responsive to direction and feedback.

The principal accountabilities for the Community Director at Bryant University include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintaining a proper living environment for residence hall students through ensuring that rules and regulations (including fire safety, quiet hours, building maintenance, and security) which affect the quality of life in the residence halls, are upheld;
• Providing counseling assistance and guidance to students;
• Training, developing programs with, and supervising the activities of, student resident assistants;
• Developing creative social, cultural, safety and educational programs for students;
• Coordinating proper building maintenance with maintenance employees;
• Completing administrative assignments in a timely manner as required;
• Serving in the CD (Community Director) On-call on duty rotation.
• Serving as a Community Standards Hearing Officer; and,
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Certain requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate persons with disabilities.

Qualifications

Best served by a person with:

• Undergraduate degree (graduate degree strongly preferred) in counseling and/or higher education.
• Previous experience in residence hall management.

At Bryant University, we believe that our strength lies in the richness of our campus community and the unique perspectives that shape it. By connecting academic and social experiences, we create an environment where individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. Our commitment to fostering belonging and well-being ensures that everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from those who appreciate the wide range of experiences and backgrounds that make our community exceptional. Discover more about how we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative campus culture that drives excellence.

We encourage applications from those who appreciate the wide range of experiences and backgrounds that make our community exceptional.

Physical Capacities

Posting Number

Posting Number STA02821

Work Hours

Open Date

08/27/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Letter(s) of Recommendation

Office of Human Resources

1150 Douglas Pike

Smithfield, RI 02918