Residence Life Coordinator

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9+ paid holidays

100% tuition coverage for one undergraduate and one graduate degree

Retirement contributions

Generous personal leave

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach seeks a Residence Life Coordinator to oversee student staff, manage crises, and implement residential curriculum initiatives.

This full-time role includes supervising Resident Advisors and ensuring a supportive environment for students. The position offers significant benefits including tuition coverage for employees and their dependents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience with student development and residential curriculum is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop student staff.
• Lead crisis response efforts.
• Administer departmental operations and budgets.

Skills

Student supervision

Crisis management

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, or related field

Master’s degree in Student Development or Higher Education

Job description

Residence Life Coordinator – Daytona Beach Campus

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is recruiting for a Residence Life Coordinator to serve as a full‑time professional staff member within the Department of Housing and Residence Life. The Coordinator will reside on campus, provide 24/7 availability for assistance requests, and lead the on‑call rotation. This role is essential personnel for campus emergencies and crises.

Responsibilities

• Staff supervision and development (direct and indirect supervision of student staff).
• Student development and residential curriculum implementation.
• Crisis response and management.
• Administration of the department’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, and training to student staff.
• Supervise Resident Advisors in assigned area through one‑on‑one meetings, staff meetings, and ongoing evaluation.
• Offer advice and support for roommate conflicts, student concerns, and other issues.
• Develop and implement mediation and resolution strategies.
• Refer students to campus partners (academics, counseling center, financial aid, etc.).
• Oversee budget of approximately $10,000.
• Assist with student staff selection and training.
• Maintain a cohesive team environment.
• Occasional night and weekend commitments as needed.

Residential Curriculum Implementation

• Guide staff in implementing curriculum initiatives.
• Attend events and initiatives for assigned areas.
• Maintain high visibility through area council and building/area walks.
• Ensure staff and community meet the goals and expectations of the Residential Curriculum.
• Support Living Learning or Themed Communities within their areas.

Crisis Response and Management

• Participate in on‑call crisis response rotation for up to a week at a time.
• Assist Campus Safety with fire alarm drills.
• Collaborate with counseling center, health services, campus safety, student activities, first‑year programs, and dean’s office to resolve conflicts and crises.
• Facilitate health and safety inspections.
• Mediate and resolve conflict between residents and staff.

Administration

• Attend weekly staff meetings for the department.
• Adjudicate student conduct violations for low‑level residential policy violations.
• Supervise student staff participation in administrative processes (check‑in/out, safety inspections).
• Oversee management of eRezLife software for assigned student staff.

Qualifications

Required education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, or related field.

Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Student Development, Higher Education, or related field; familiarity with a housing department and residence halls.

Benefits

• Generous time off: 9+ paid holidays.
• Tuition coverage: 100% tuition for one undergraduate and one graduate degree; discounted rates for spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of salary and offers 4% matching with no vesting period.
• Personal leave: 12 days for non‑exempt employees, 18 days for exempt full‑time employees in first year.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Embry‑Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. The university ensures that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry‑Riddle opposes discrimination and harassment. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.