Residence Life Coordinator

Havens Alliance Group - Executive & Technology Talent Solutions; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Residence Life Coordinator to enhance student life on campus. This role involves overseeing the Residence Life program, providing leadership to student staff, and fostering a supportive community. You will play a crucial role in advising students and managing residence activities while ensuring a positive living environment. The position offers a full-time contract with competitive salary and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about student development and community engagement. Join a vibrant team committed to inclusivity and support.

Benefits

Full pension

Three weeks of vacation annually

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Health insurance

Taxable benefit of an apartment and meal plan

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a prior Residence Life role.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of Residence Life and staff training.
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor Residence Life student staff.
• Advise students on personal and academic concerns.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Empathetic listening skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Closing Date: May 23rd, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Residence Services
UNB Fredericton offers eleven residence buildings with a wide variety of room types that house approximately 1100 students during the academic year. Residence at UNB Fredericton offers students the opportunity to make their own decisions in a supportive environment to ensure a successful transition to university life.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time |Term Ending July 31, 2026| Fredericton| On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:45 am - 4:00 pm | 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)

Additional Working Conditions:

• Evening and weekend work required on an on-call basis.
• Required to reside on-campus.
• An apartment and a full meal plan are included as a taxable benefit.

Salary Range: $50,332 - $62,911 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director of Residence, the Residence Life Coordinator (RLC)oversees the overall vision, impact, and administration of Residence Life on campus, as well as all aspects of staff training, and Residence Orientation. The RLC provides input into the development and implementation of policies as well as the internal residence discipline process. The RLC is responsible for the direct supervision of daily activities and the positive team dynamic of the Residence Life Team. The RLC assists students with and transitioning to residence life by developing and implementing programming that supports and develops community life. The RLC aids in enforcing residence behaviour standards and policies.

• Recruit, onboard, train, mentor and coach Residence Life student staff.
• Oversee day-to-day duties as well as create a schedule and chair weekly meetings.
• Initiate disciplinary actions for Residence Life student staff when needed.
• Provide leadership to Residence Life student staff by disseminating information, providing timely feedback and conducting performance reviews.
• Mediate roommate conflicts when needed as well as negotiate and de-escalate student issues.
• Advise students with personal, emotional, mental, and academic concerns and/or refer them to the appropriate university or community resources.
• Plan and deliver Residence Orientation activities along with house/community meetings.
• Consult with appropriate university personnel regarding any safety or security issues.
• Promote responsible behaviour through personal role modelling and mentoring.
• Foster mutual understanding and inclusiveness for all cultures, race, sexual orientations, gender identities, etc.
• Manage all Residence programming and activities; ensuring that Residence Assistants are providing a balanced program of social, recreational, and educational programs and approve RA budgets.
• Oversee RAs and liaise with community and campus partners in organizing programming that is aimed at residence students.
• Ensure residence rules/policies are kept up-to-date and reflect the current needs of students, within reason.
• Participate in various university committees as assigned by the Director, Residence.
• Keep detailed documentation of interactions with students.
• Understand and be able to coordinate/manage resources in residence in emergency situations (medical crisis, assault, sexual assault, etc.)

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in a prior Residence Life role.

Additional Strengths

• Exceptional communication, consensus-building, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional written communication skills.
• Empathetic listening skills to deal with student and supporters in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Extensive knowledge of student support trends and best-practices.
• Ability to successfully perceive, navigate and respond appropriately to sensitive issues.

Additional Information

WHY CHOOSE UNB?
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)
This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.