Graduate Residence & First-Year Community Leader

Butler; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Residential meal plan

10-month appointment

Job summary

Butler University seeks a Graduate Coordinator for First Year Communities to support wellbeing and retention of first-year students living in on-campus housing. The role includes direct student interaction, planning engagement activities, and coordinating with campus partners to foster a sense of belonging.

This position is part-time, 20 hours per week, across a 10-month appointment from August to May, with a $12,000 stipend and tuition assistance of $5,000 for Butler graduate programs, plus a

Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and experience with college students.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and exercise sound judgment.
• Physical ability to climb stairs for emergency access.

Responsibilities

• Support student wellbeing and retention for first-year students in on-campus housing.
• Plan and coordinate programming to promote first-year student success.
• Maintain regular contact with residents and document concerns.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with campus resources during on-call duty.
• Keep accurate records of occupancy, facilities concerns, and incidents.
• Participate in division and university meetings as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with college students

Effective communication

Judgment under pressure

Conflict de-escalation

Stair climbing ability

Education

Graduate degree enrollment

Job description

Butler University seeks a Graduate Coordinator for First Year Communities to support wellbeing and retention of first-year students living in on-campus housing. The role includes direct student interaction, planning engagement activities, and coordinating with campus partners to foster a sense of belonging.

This position is part-time, 20 hours per week, across a 10-month appointment from August to May, with a $12,000 stipend and tuition assistance of $5,000 for Butler graduate programs, plus a