Residence Hall Director

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program (

ETAP

Job summary

College of Charleston is seeking a Residence Hall Director to oversee a hall or area, develop student programs and counsel residents. The role requires a bachelor’s degree with a master’s preferred in higher education or related fields and involves living on campus in a provided apartment with utilities and internet.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating programming, managing budgets, and participating in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred in relevant fields.
• Strong desire to work with students and foster a positive living/learning environment.
• Ability to manage time, stress, and responsibilities with humor and judgment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees administrative tasks including building opening/closing, budget management, and report submission.
• Supervises, trains, evaluates and provides guidance for student staff and Residence Hall Council.
• Coordinates departmental initiatives and building-wide programming; engages in crisis and safety procedures.
• Live on campus in a furnished apartment; manage on-call rotation and staff meetings.

Skills

Student supervision

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Stress management

Flexibility

Counseling

Policy enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration / Public Administration / Student Personnel / Counseling / Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background and credit check.

Residence Hall Director provides oversight, facilitates student development and growth, provides education, counsel, and training as-needed, and oversees administrative tasks for assigned hall or area.

A bachelor’s degree and previous work experience in a college or university setting are required. A master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling, or Leadership is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The Residence Hall Director position requires a strong desire to work with students and the ability to foster a positive living/learning environment. A high energy level, self-discipline and control, commitment to students, strong work ethic, knowledge of self, ability to work under pressure, time and stress management, flexibility, effective communication and leadership skill, good judgment and a sense of humor are critical.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

This position requires the staff member to live on campus in a college-provided apartment. Amenities include a furnished apartment with utilities, and internet. Parking is available for a fee.

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu .

SUPERVISION

• Supervises, trains, evaluates and provides guidance for student staff
• Supervises the Residence Hall Council
• Oversees implementation of building-wide programming initiatives and community development
• Coordinates departmental initiatives including Residence Hall Association, departmental programming initiatives

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 25

Activity

ADMINISTRATION

• Oversees administrative tasks including building opening and closing, budget management, and report submission
• Participates in an on-call rotation
• Attends regular meetings within the Department and campus community
• Conducts weekly/monthly meetings with student staff
• Attends staff developments, workshops, and conferences as directed
• Coordinates timesheets and payroll materials for student staff
• Coordinates staffing of 24-hour information desk

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 20

Activity

EDUCATION

• Assists with developing/implementing student staff training and development
• Addresses minor policy violations
• Supports and enforces college policies
• Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students
• Serves on special projects, events, and planning committees
• Monitors, instructs and enhances the quality of Student Staff programs
• Attends campus-wide programs

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

COMMUNICATION

• Positively interacts with all members of the campus community
• Communicates effectively in oral and written form
• Monitors phone and email, appropriately responding to or forwarding concerns in a timely fashion
• Maintains an up- to-date schedule and calendar on Microsoft Outlook
• Distributes information to staff and residents
• Contacts the appropriate staff member when student/building related emergencies or issues arise
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information in accordance with laws and institutional/departmental protocol
• Directly interacts with residents, staff and the Department of Residence Life on a daily basis

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Activity

COUNSELING

• Attends training workshops regarding possible student concerns
• Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students when possible within the scope of the Department of Residence Life
• Refers students to the Department of Counseling and Substance Abuse Services as necessary
• Maintains familiarity with institutional and departmental protocols regarding students of concern
• Assists with conflict management between residents

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Activity

FACILITIES

• Works with maintenance/custodial staff within the area of supervision
• Conducts Health and Safety Inspections once per semester
• Attends weekly meetings with facilities staff
• Conducts daily building walk-through(s)

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Activity

CRISIS MANAGEMENT

• Attends training on institutional and departmental protocols regarding crisis situations
• Directly responds to and assesses crisis situations
• Maintains appropriate demeanor during crisis situations
• Serves as a point of contact and essential personnel during weather events
• Conducts follow-up meetings with residents and/or staff when appropriate

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 20

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • CofC - Alumni Career Services
  • College of Charleston Website
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  • HigherEdJobs
  • Indeed.com
  • Internal Job Posting
  • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3
• Form DD 214