Residence Hall Director (RHD)

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is seeking a Residence Hall Director (RHD) to manage residence halls and promote student engagement. This full-time role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to foster a supportive living environment for students. The RHD will also provide personal and disciplinary counseling and engage in community building.

Benefits

Furnished on-campus apartment

Meal plan included

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits

Retirement System options

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in diverse populations.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of residence halls.
• Supervise and train resident assistants.
• Coordinate hall programming and engagement.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Project management

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s in Education or Counseling (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Housing software

Job description

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Primary Purpose Of Position

The Residence Hall Director ( RHD ) is a full-time, live-in, professional staff member that will oversee the daily operations and management of traditional or suite-style residence halls. The RHD will directly supervise and train five to twelve resident assistants. The RHD is charged with developing a community that promotes engagement, learning, and respect for diversity by encouraging student success. Lead / participate in departmental committees and manage administrative and operational functions in assigned residence halls. Provide services directly to students, such as personal and disciplinary counseling, and social and educational events and activities. Primary responsibilities include coordinating hall programming and engagement, advising community councils, adjudicating student conduct violations, interpreting, and enforcing policies and regulation of the university for the residence halls. RHDs are required to manage residence halls to include rotational on-call duty work schedule after hours for the entire campus community. Staff is required to engage residents, be visible within the campus community, attend meetings and events regularly, and be able to respond to emergencies within their community. RHDs must reside in a provided, furnished on-campus apartment throughout their term of appointment. This position includes a furnished apartment with most utilities included as part of the total compensation package, including a meal plan. Annual salary of RHD positions will vary based on housing arrangements and the selected candidate’s relevant education and experience.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose Of Position

The Residence Hall Director ( RHD ) is a full-time, live-in, professional staff member that will oversee the daily operations and management of traditional or suite-style residence halls. The RHD will directly supervise and train five to twelve resident assistants. The RHD is charged with developing a community that promotes engagement, learning, and respect for diversity by encouraging student success. Lead / participate in departmental committees and manage administrative and operational functions in assigned residence halls. Provide services directly to students, such as personal and disciplinary counseling, and social and educational events and activities. Primary responsibilities include coordinating hall programming and engagement, advising community councils, adjudicating student conduct violations, interpreting, and enforcing policies and regulation of the university for the residence halls. RHDs are required to manage residence halls to include rotational on-call duty work schedule after hours for the entire campus community. Staff is required to engage residents, be visible within the campus community, attend meetings and events regularly, and be able to respond to emergencies within their community. RHDs must reside in a provided, furnished on-campus apartment throughout their term of appointment. This position includes a furnished apartment with most utilities included as part of the total compensation package, including a meal plan. Annual salary of RHD positions will vary based on housing arrangements and the selected candidate’s relevant education and experience.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the Housing and Residence Life department is to provide housing accommodation and a certain quality of life for over 6000 students.

To provide living accommodations which are clean, safe, healthy, and comfortable while enhancing a certain quality of life, which supports the academic mission of North Carolina A&T State University.

The Residence Life program is designed to provide an environment which supports students in their academic pursuits, encourages interpersonal development, and offers opportunities for individual growth and challenge.

To provide a quality of life for on campus students through a clean, safe, educational environment. Responsible for the overall leadership and management of all residence halls, the assignments of rooms, occupancy status of halls, housekeeping needs, maintenance concerns, and budgets, including operating and programming

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Qualified applicants will have strong written and oral communication skills. Qualified applicants will display the ability to foster diverse and inclusive relationships as well as a high degree of cultural sensitivity.
• The ability to manage a variety of projects and responsibilities.
• Experience in diverse populations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively is a must.
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including evenings and weekends.
  
  

Education And Experience

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

-Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, or related field-

• Two years full time experience in a housing/residence life setting or other Student Life area.
• Experience in supervising paraprofessional staff.
• Experience in coordinating staff and student development programs.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity with the principles of community and student development and actively fosters an environment which reflects a sense of community, interpersonal responsibility in which students are effectively addressed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of student development theory and its application in a residence life setting.
• Working knowledge of university/residence life operations.
• Knowledge of theoretical foundations of the student disciplinary process.
• Knowledge of computer systems, Microsoft Office and Housing software.
  
  

Required License Or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title Residence Hall Director (RHD)

Position Number 005261

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division Housing & Residence Life

Organizational Location VC for Student Affairs

Organizational Unit Housing & Residence Life

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA2534

Open Date 01/23/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 02/17/2025

Date Position Available 3/1/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more
  
  

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/35889

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  Mid-Senior level

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