Residence Hall Monitor

MVSU International; Itta Bena (MS); Presencial; USD 16.531 - 20.664; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A university residence life department is seeking a Hall Monitor to ensure a safe and secure living environment in assigned residence halls. Responsibilities include monitoring hallways and entry points, enforcing university policies, and providing assistance to students and staff. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and strong interpersonal skills, alongside a preferred background in security or customer service. This role may require evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Formación

• Previous experience in security, customer service, or residence life preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Greet and check identification of individuals entering residence halls when necessary.
• Strictly monitor hallways and exit doors by walking floors and maintaining visibility.
• Prevent violations and enforce university rules and regulations.
• Provide information and assistance to University Police as needed.
• Answer telephone calls professionally, courteously, and efficiently; take and deliver messages promptly.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and concerns of residents.

Conocimientos

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to remain calm and professional in emergencies

Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

The Hall Monitor is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure living environment for residents in assigned residence halls. This position ensures compliance with university housing policies, monitors hallways and entry points, and provides assistance to students and staff as needed. The Hall Monitor serves as a visible presence in the residence halls, promoting safety, security, and community standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety & Security
  • Greet and check identification of individuals entering residence halls when necessary.
  • Strictly monitor hallways and exit doors by walking floors and maintaining visibility.
  • Prevent violations and enforce university rules and regulations.
  • Provide information and assistance to University Police as needed.
• Communication & Customer Service
  • Answer telephone calls professionally, courteously, and efficiently; take and deliver messages promptly.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and concerns of residents.
  • Be familiar with persons living in assigned residence halls.
• Be familiar with and enforce residence hall policies.
• Keep and maintain a daily log prior to end of shift.
• Prepare written reports of all incidents (violations, fire alarms, bomb threats, fights, vandalism, emergencies, etc.) in and around assigned areas.
• Administrative Duties
  • Admit students to rooms when locked out.
  • Perform specific administrative tasks as assigned.
  • Attend staff training and comply with rules and regulations outlined in the Residential Life/Student Housing Handbook and University Personnel Manual.
• Other Duties
  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by Residence Life management.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Previous experience in security, customer service, or residence life preferred.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emergencies.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Work Conditions:

• Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.
• Must be able to walk floors and remain on feet for extended periods.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter