Residence Hall Director (RHD)

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished on-campus apartment

Meal plan

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University is seeking a Residence Hall Director to oversee operations in traditional or suite-style halls. The role requires living on campus in a furnished apartment and supervising 5–12 resident assistants, with duties including programming, conduct adjudication, and policy enforcement.

The position emphasizes engagement, learning, and diversity, with on-call duties and collaboration with Housing & Residence Life staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience working with college students and supervising student leaders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and crisis response ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of residence halls and supervise 5–12 resident assistants.
• Develop programs and manage hall programming and engagement.
• Advise conduct councils and enforce university policies.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate on-call duties across campus.

Skills

Bachelor's degree required

Demonstrated experience with college学生

Supervising/training student leaders

Strong written and verbal skills

Crisis response capability

Project management

Experience with diverse populations

Organizational/time management

Independent and collaborative work

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field

Tools

Maxient

Banner

Roompact

Mercury

Job description

Classification Information

Classification Type: EHRA

Position Overview

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 an 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 the Organization

The primary purpose of the Housing and Residence Life department is to provide housing accommodation and a certain quality of life for over 6500 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 in related field required, Master's degree preferred
• Demonstrated experience working with college students
• Experience supervising, training, mentoring, or advising student leaders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to respond effectively to crisis situations
• 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.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Residence Life experience at the collegiate level
• Masters Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, or related fields.
• Experience in Maxient, Banner, Roompact, Mercury, or comparable systems
• Experience facilitating training and educational programs

Contract and Compensation

Recruitment Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience.

Annual salary of RHD positions will vary based on housing arrangements and the selected candidate's relevant education and experience.

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time

FLSA: Exempt

Tenure Track: No

Work Arrangement

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Hybrid/Remote: 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.

Position Details

Working Title: Residence Hall Director (RHD)

Position Number: 005211

Organizational Division: Housing & Residence Life

Organizational Location: VC for Student Affairs

Organizational Unit: Housing & Res Life Asst Dir

Posting Details

Posting Number: EPA3211

Open Date: 09/22/2026

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

Minimum Application Period End Date: 10/07/2026

Date Position Available: 11/1/2026

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41565

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 Affimerative 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.