Part-Time Residence Life & Student Engagement Specialist

Bellevue University; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bellevue University is seeking a Part-time Residence Life Operations supporter to assist with housing processes, resident communication, student support, and program delivery. This role supports housing operations, student life activities, and scheduled evening or weekend coverage to maintain a safe, welcoming residential environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years in residence life or related fields, with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, public administration, business, or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in residence life, student life, student support, customer service, or a related environment.
• Experience in a college or university setting and experience working with student employees or Resident Assistants preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Availability to work a variable schedule that may include evenings, weekends, campus events, and limited on-call coverage.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and the ability to learn housing, student information, communication, and event management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports day-to-day housing operations, including application review, room and roommate assignments, room changes, move‑in and move‑out activities, resident records, key or access coordination, and routine resident communication.
• Responds to resident questions, concerns, and service needs during assigned hours; provides clear information, follows through on open items, and refers matters requiring higher‑level review to the Director or appropriate University office.
• Conducts inspections and follow‑up activities as assigned; identifies safety, security, cleanliness, or maintenance concerns and coordinates timely resolution with Campus Security, Facilities, and other partners.
• Assists with resident conflict resolution, student welfare concerns, and conduct‑related incidents; documents facts accurately, applies established procedures, and escalates concerns appropriately.
• Supports the selection, training, scheduling, and day‑to‑day guidance of Resident Assistants and student employees as assigned, while referring performance or disciplinary decisions to the Director.
• Maintains accurate and confidential housing records in accordance with University policy and applicable requirements.
• Assists with the planning and delivery of student programs and activities, including new student orientation, BRUIN Week, student life engagement, wellbeing and prevention programming, intramurals, and other campus events.
• Coordinates assigned event logistics such as space, supplies, vendors, staffing, promotion, attendance tracking, setup, and cleanup.
• Supports student organizations and student leaders by providing information, helping coordinate activities, and connecting students with appropriate University resources.
• Assists with student employment activities for Federal Work‑Study and student worker positions, including scheduling, onboarding support, and day‑to‑day work direction as assigned.
• Updates approved communication platforms, event calendars, mobile applications, social media, as assigned.
• Provides scheduled evening or weekend coverage based on department needs and the approved weekly work schedule.
• May participate in a limited, scheduled on‑call rotation when assigned; responds promptly, follows emergency protocols, contacts appropriate campus resources, and documents actions taken.
• Records all time worked during on‑call or emergency response and coordinates schedule adjustments with the supervisor to remain within the approved weekly hour limit.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, public administration, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Bellevue University is seeking a Part-time Residence Life Operations supporter to assist with housing processes, resident communication, student support, and program delivery. This role supports housing operations, student life activities, and scheduled evening or weekend coverage to maintain a safe, welcoming residential environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years in residence life or related fields, with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and strong customer service skills.