Coordinator of Residence Life and Student Activities

Vermont State Colleges System; Vermont; On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont State University is seeking a Coordinator of Residence Life and Student Activities to support a positive campus living experience for students. The role combines residence hall operations with engaging programs to foster leadership, inclusion, and success.

In this live-in position, you will help plan openings/closings, supervise student staff, and collaborate with campus partners on events and initiatives, including orientation, homecoming, and commencements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with students in a residential life, student activities, or related setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of campus residence halls and safety processes.
• Develop and implement student activities, clubs, events, and co-curricular programming.
• Advise student organizations and the Student Government Association.
• Mentor student leaders to support inclusion and belonging.
• Plan and deliver student leadership training each semester.
• Support campus-wide events such as Orientation, Homecoming, and Commencement.
• Supervise student staff including Resident Assistants and Orientation Leaders.

Skills

Communication

Student engagement

Leadership development

Organizational skills

Crisis response

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Aviso

Colleague

Self-Service

Slate

Microsoft Office

Perceptive Content

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Coordinator of Residence Life and Student Activities supports the delivery of a positive, engaging, and student-centered residential and campus life experience. This position assists with the coordination of residence hall operations and student activities programming, while fostering student engagement, leadership development, community standards, and student success. The Coordinator serves in a live-in capacity and participates in evening and weekend responsibilities, including on-call rotation, programming support, and crisis response.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the operation of one or more campus residence halls, including support for room assignments, room changes, openings and closings, key control, maintenance coordination, and health and safety processes.
• Support the development and implementation of student activities, clubs, events, and co-curricular programming designed to enhance student engagement and campus life.
• Assist with advising student organizations and the Student Government Association, including supporting student leaders in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities.
• Encourage student involvement, leadership development, inclusion, and advocacy through mentoring and support of student leaders and organizations.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of student leadership training and related development opportunities each semester.
• Support programming for major institutional events, including Orientation, Homecoming, Alumni & Family Weekend, Commencement, and other campus-wide initiatives.
• Supervise and support evening and weekend student activities and events.
• Assist in evaluating student engagement efforts and recommending improvements to programming and initiatives as needed.
• Promote an inclusive and welcoming campus environment that supports equity, accessibility, respect, and belonging for all students.
• Interpret and enforce residence life and student conduct policies and procedures, and assist with addressing student behavior concerns and policy violations in accordance with university processes.
• Assist with crisis response, student conduct matters, and conflict resolution within the residential community.
• Maintain a visible and engaged presence in the residence halls and student life activities to build community and reinforce expectations for student behavior and success.
• Facilitate hall openings and closings, including room checks, check-ins and check-outs, damage assessments, and related administrative responsibilities.
• Assist with end-of-year and semester damage billing and move-out processes.
• Supervise student staff, which may include Resident Assistants, Orientation Leaders, and other student leadership roles.
• Assist with marketing and communication efforts to promote residence life initiatives, student activities, and campus events.
• Assist in maintaining student records, activity information, purchasing records, and other related administrative documentation.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support programs and initiatives that contribute to student development, retention, and success.
• Participate in campus-based or university-wide committees and task forces, as approved by the supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Direct supervision is received by the Assistant Director of Residence Life and Student Activities.

SUPERVISIORY RESPONSIBILITY

Supervision of student activities and Resident Assistants and student workers located at Johnson, Lyndon & Randolph.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
• Experience working with students in a residential life, student activities, student affairs, or related setting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in residence life, student activities, or higher education student affairs.
• Experience supervising student staff or student leaders.
• Experience with student programming, leadership development, or student organization support.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• Understanding the educational goals and objectives of Vermont State University include attention to accessibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Understanding the psychological and cultural characteristics of economically and educationally disadvantaged students, particularly in a rural setting.
• Awareness of developmental, holistic, and proactive approaches to student success.
• Some experience in policy development and enforcement.
• Experience and knowledge of ADA compliance and ensuring accessibility for all students.

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to meet students where they are and ensure they feel listened to, and they are comfortable working with advisors to navigate challenges and concerns as they come up.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with (or ability to learn) technologies such as Aviso, Colleague, Self-Service, Slate, Microsoft products, and Perceptive Content.
• Proven record of accountability and follow-through with the ability to meet deadlines.

Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to positively influence student skill development, such as communication skills, leadership skills, academic skills, technical skills, non-cognitive or ‘soft’ skills, and social skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster student development in the attainment of student success goals, such as academic purpose, sense of belonging/identity, agency, career readiness, civic readiness, access & equity.
• Demonstrated positive attitude regarding Vermont State University and a desire to improve student outcomes, including attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to support a diverse community and promote diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals within the University and capacity to work as part of a team to collaborate and choose student success.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with college personnel as well as families/guardians and external resources in carrying out the various coordination, liaison, and advocacy aspects of the job.
• Ability to work some weekends and evenings to provide student support outside of normal business hours.

Scheduled Hours Weekly:

37.5

Budgeted Wage for this Position:

$40,000 - $44,000

Exempt Status:

Exempt

Grade:

S11