Residence Coordinator

Rochester Institute of Technology; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round housing

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology on campus is seeking a Residence Coordinator to lead a university residential community, selecting and supervising student staff, and guiding facilities opening/closing procedures. You will develop programs emphasizing community development, engagement, wellness, diversity, inclusion and retention, while managing budgeting, reporting and policy compliance.

The role involves crisis response, referrals, and proactive support for students’ social skills, safety and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of student development theories and practices.
• Knowledge of crisis management and conflict resolution.
• Ability to advise, coach and guide students.
• Ability to use technology and systems to support operations.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage a university residential community, including selection, training and supervision of student staff.
• Lead facilities opening/closing procedures and support facilities management.
• Develop educational and cultural programs focusing on engagement, wellness, diversity, inclusion and retention.
• Oversee budgeting, personnel matters, and reporting per university and legal policies.
• Respond to emergencies, coordinate with other offices and communicate with students and families.
• Meet with students to resolve issues and follow up as needed.

Skills

Student development theories

Crisis management

Advising and coaching

Technology and systems use

Handling confidential information

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

## Residence CoordinatorApply: On Campus: RIT Main Location: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR101025**Essential Duties & Responsibilities*** Manages a university residential community including the selection, training and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students assigned to the residence* Provides leadership and guidance for business operation processes such as facilities opening and closing procedures, facilities management, and related areas* Develops and implements educational and cultural programs, services, and activities in the residential community, with a focus on the principles of community development, student engagement, wellness, diversity, inclusion, and retention* Ensures budgeting, personnel matters, and reporting are managed in accordance with university, state, and federal guidelines, regulations, procedures, and policies* Oversees the response to, resolution of, and decision-making for matters of significance such as emergency housing, involvement of other offices, parental contact, etc* Meets with students to resolve complex issues, makes referrals, and conducts follow-up as needed in areas including, but not limited to: social skill development, personal safety, conflict resolution, understanding of university policy and procedures, and academic success* Other duties as assigned **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities*** Knowledge of student development theories and practices* Knowledge of crisis management/conflict resolution* Skill in advising and coaching* Skill in using technology and systems to support administrative, operation and program functions* Ability to manage and maintain confidential and private information; use confidential, sensitive and/or private records and information, and protect information appropriately* Ability to establish, build and maintain effective working relationships based on respect, empathy and honesty with diverse groups and individuals **Minimum Education & Experience*** Master's degree in related field* 1 year of relevant experience **Job Level Overview**Specialized Contributor Level 2 - A fully functional role requiring established knowledge of the profession or field of work. Responsible for completing substantive assignments and projects. Problems are varied and non-routine, and resolution requires exercising judgment, analysis, advisement, creativity, and understanding broader sets of issues. May provide assistance to entry level staff. **Additional Details*** Our Residence Coordinator roles are full-time, live-in positions that include year-round housing.* This posting is for an anticipated opening in Summer 2026.**FLSA Category**Exempt**Work Location**On Campus**Compensation**$50,000-$60,000**Application Materials**When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information. This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume **Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.** **Additional Details**In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.