Community Director

Wellesley College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellesley College invites applications for a Community Director to lead one of our residential communities. The role is live-in, focusing on fostering an inclusive environment, implementing the residential curriculum, and guiding students in social, intellectual, and personal growth.

The Community Director collaborates with staff, supervises Student Leaders, and supports emergency response, crisis management, and conduct processes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of residential life experience.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer’s sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Lead a residential community by supervising House Presidents and Resident Assistants and guiding governance.
• First responder to critical incidents; on-call to ensure care after hours; manage caseload and follow-up.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations with facilities and housing; oversee budgets; provide admin support for the residential community.
• Serve on departmental committees; perform duties as assigned.
• Contribute to college mission through committee work, events, and engagement across campus.

Skills

Diverse residential life community

Excellent written and oral comms

Design and implement high quality res.

Organizational and time management

Development issues for young adult wom

Crisis intervention and referrals

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Community Director

Job Description Summary

Administrative Exempt

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Director of Residential Life, the Community Director (CD) is a live-in role that is responsible for creating an inclusive environment where students can connect in genuine ways to themselves and others. Community Directors utilize the residential curriculum as the focal point for engagement, synthesis and learning and serve as the primary metacircular advocate for students as they pursue their social, intellectual, and personal development. Community Directors employ evidence-based student development theory and practices to guide students towards independence, resiliency and an empathetic worldview.

Community Directors demonstrate collaborative leadership to students and professional colleagues, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrate fluency with systems and technology, and model a sense of community responsibility.

Community Directors lead small residential communities that average 400 students and mentor/supervise the House Presidents and Resident Assistants, to create an exuberant and inclusive residential community. Additionally, Community Directors support the educational priority of a robust Residential Curriculum through implementation within their area.

This position requires frequent evening and weekend hours and the ability to effectively respond to student and campus emergencies with composure and maturity. The Community Director is considered “essential personnel” and serves in an on-call rotation, responding to campus or community crises. The Community Director will demonstrate skillsets in conflict meditation, team building, parent communication, and an enthusiasm for working with students with diverse identities and backgrounds.

Other duties for the Community Director include: 1) adhere to departmental and campus policies; 2) 24 hour emergency on-call member; 3) train and supervise student leaders ; 4) advise House Councils; 5) manage house budgets; 6) support committee work across the college ; 7) create and design student-centered programs and opportunities; 8) provide administrative backup to the Office of Residential Life; 9) liaise with partners in facilities management to ensure the residential spaces are safe and comfortable, 10) other projects as assigned by Residential Life leadership.

Position Responsibility

• Leads a residential community through supervising House Presidents and Resident Assistants, facilitating on-going training, engaging in regular and consistent interactions with students in residence, implementing the residential curriculum in area, and advising hall governance of residential communities.
• Serve as the first responder to critical incidents that impact the students and the greater Wellesley community; member of an on-call rotation to ensure appropriate care of student issues and critical incidents after hours; manage caseload and facilitate necessary follow-up with students as needed/directed.
• Managing the day to day operations of a residential community through collaborative practices with facilities and housing assignments, fiscal oversight of house budgets, administrative support for the day to day needs of a vibrant residential community, emergency and on-call response and the adjudication of student conduct policy violations
• Serve on departmental committees; other duties as assigned by the department
• Contributions to college and divisional mission through committee work, event support, and overall engagement to the life of the College.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Student staff of House Presidents and Resident Assistants

Basic Qualifications

• Education Required: Master’s degree required.
• Experience Preferred: 1- 3 years of residential life experience
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer’s sponsorship now or in the future

Skills and Abilities

• Experience of living in a diverse residential life community
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Capacity to design and implement high quality residential experiences.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Understanding of development issues for young adult women.
• Crisis intervention and referral skills.

Salary

The pay range for this role is $52,000.00 - $54,000.00
At minimum, a one bedroom, one bath apartment on campus will be provided, along with one full meal plan valued at $11,000.

Company Description

Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae.

Embark on a fulfilling career journey at Wellesley College, where we prioritize your well‑being and professional growth. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive array of benefits and resources designed to enhance both your work‑life balance and long‑term success.

• Competitive Compensation: Experience competitive wages ensuring your dedication is recognized and rewarded.
• Exceptional Benefits Package: Access a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision and pre‑tax saving benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, and more to safeguard your health and that of your loved ones.
• Commuting and Transportation: Enjoy the convenience of free parking on our picturesque campus, easily accessible from major roadways. We are also accessible via the MBTA commuter rail.
• Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid vacations, personal days, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life harmony.
• Retirement Savings: Plan for the future with our retirement savings plan. Wellesley College contributes up to 10.5% towards your 403(b) plan for eligible employees
• Work/Life and Wellness: A hybrid work environment for select positions (additional details will be provided during the interview process), caregiving support through Wellthy, legal plan insurance, pet insurance discount and a variety of other resources including retirement planning, and access to cultural and leisure activities throughout metro‑Boston.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills and explore growth opportunities through continuing training and pathways for growth within our supportive environment.
• Tuition and Education Benefits: Invest in your education with tuition benefits, and access resources to navigate student loan forgiveness, reinforcing our commitment to your ongoing learning.
• Campus Privileges: Enjoy free use of our state‑of‑the‑art athletic and fitness facilities with onsite fitness classes, Library resources, and seize opportunities to attend diverse campus events that contribute to a vibrant community.

Worker Sub-Type

Administrative

Time Type

Full time

EEO Statement

At Wellesley, we embrace and honor difference and diversity. We believe the best ideas—the best solutions—draw on a range of voices, perspectives, and experiences. As a college, and as a community, we are dedicated to assuring that all members of the Wellesley community have an equal opportunity to flourish.

Wellesley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals in hiring and advancement based on any legally protected status. Candidates who believe they can contribute to the College community are encouraged to apply.

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