Residence Life Coordinator

Penn State University; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual for a vital role in Residence Life. This position involves supervising Resident Assistants, fostering student development, and ensuring a safe and inclusive living environment for students. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing community initiatives, mediating conflicts, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the residence hall. This is a live-in position offering full benefits and a commitment to personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about student engagement and community building, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition discounts

Generous vacation time

16 paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required for the position.
• Experience in supervising staff and student groups is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Resident Assistants and oversee daily activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing residential curriculum.
• Promote a positive living environment and student engagement.

Skills

Supervision

Student Development

Conflict Mediation

Community Development

Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Education/Experience

Tools

Workday

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1. CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday () to complete the internal application process.
2. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process.
3. IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT EMPLOYEE OR STUDENT, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Residence Life Office () at Altoona is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. Penn State and Residence Life is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all forms. The Residence Life Office is committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community that fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth.

The Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to continue the vision and mission of the department. They are responsible to an Associate Director for supervising a staff of up to 20 Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities of buildings housing up to 400 students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supervision:

• Supervises Resident Assistants
• Conducts regular individual and group supervision meetings
• Evaluates Resident Assistant's performance
• Provides support and training for Resident Assistants

Student Development and Residence Education:

• Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residential curriculum for the area
• Assists with the development and implementation of campus-wide initiatives
• Advises student groups in the area
• Makes referrals to University agencies when appropriate
• Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
• Promotes area government
• Advocates for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
• Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
• Interprets and enforces University and residence hall policies and procedures
• Mediates conflicts between and among students.

Administration:

• Assists with the daily operation and organization of the area and the area office
• Handles requests for room changes and contract releases
• Assists in promoting the safety and security of area residents
• Assists in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc.
• Provides on-call duty coverage on a rotating basis, including over holidays, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break.

Community Development:

• Demonstrates a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment
• Encourages Resident Assistants to become well-acquainted with students in the area
• Assists the Resident Assistants in developing and promoting a positive living environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity and social justice issues
• Plans and implements curriculum in conjunction with Resident Assistants and students
• Demonstrates a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups

Miscellaneous:

• Participates in committees and task force groups
• Assists in the recruitment and training of professional staff
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system
• Performs other duties as assigned

This position will be filled as a Residential Education Specialist Professional or Intermediate Professional depending on the final applicant’s experience and education. The Residential Education Specialist Professional requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree. Additional education and/or experience are required for higher-level positions.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

This is a live-in 10-month or 83.3% FTE position. Full Penn State benefits are included.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit for more detailed information):

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)
• Generous vacation time and sick time
• 16 paid holidays/campus closure days

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$42,100.00 - $67,300.00

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.