Live-In Residence Director: Student Life & Housing

Portland State University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal plan during academic year

Healthcare 95% premium paid

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Portland State University in Portland, Oregon seeks a Residence Director to lead living‑learning communities within University Housing & Residence Life. This full‑time, live‑in role requires supervising paraprofessional staff, guiding residential education, and handling crisis situations to support student success.

The position emphasizes community development, student conduct, and coordinating operations with evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in leadership within Housing and Residence Life or Student Affairs.
• Experience leading a team of college students.
• Ability to live in a residence hall (apartment provided).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (evenings and weekends).

Responsibilities

• Supervise paraprofessional staff within Residence Life.
• Oversee student leader supervision and residential education.
• Manage community development and crisis situations.
• Enforce student conduct and community operations.
• Live‑in position with evenings and weekends availability.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

Portland State University in Portland, Oregon seeks a Residence Director to lead living‑learning communities within University Housing & Residence Life. This full‑time, live‑in role requires supervising paraprofessional staff, guiding residential education, and handling crisis situations to support student success.

The position emphasizes community development, student conduct, and coordinating operations with evenings and weekends.