Residence Life Director: Live-In Leader

Marquette University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Tuition benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Marquette University is seeking a Residence Hall Director (RHD) to lead a residence hall or university-owned apartments as a live-in, full-time professional. The RHD oversees student staff, programs, and compliance with university policies within a Jesuit, student-engaged environment.

The role emphasizes community development, crisis response, staff training, and collaboration with campus partners. A bachelor’s degree is required, with preference for prior residence life or student affairs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and perspectives.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Demonstrate integrity, resilience, accountability and ethics.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develop a residential community with living-learning components through supervision of student staff.
• Lead crisis management and conduct administration within residence life.
• Plan and implement residence hall training programs and workshops.
• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks for the residence hall.
• Oversee occupancy issues and budgeting for programs and operations.
• Coordinate with custodial, facilities, and dining services.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of professional and student staff.
• Maintain relationships with campus ministry and counseling services.
• Serve on department and division committees and projects.
• Pursue professional development opportunities in the department and university.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Collaborative relationships

Critical thinking

Integrity & accountability

Confidentiality

Empathy and respect

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Marquette University is seeking a Residence Hall Director (RHD) to lead a residence hall or university-owned apartments as a live-in, full-time professional. The RHD oversees student staff, programs, and compliance with university policies within a Jesuit, student-engaged environment.

The role emphasizes community development, crisis response, staff training, and collaboration with campus partners. A bachelor’s degree is required, with preference for prior residence life or student affairs