Resident Director

Boston College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for Employees

Spouse/Child tuition remission

Healthcare, Dental & Vision

Retirement plans

Paid Holidays

Sick and Vacation Pay

Job summary

Boston College is hiring a Temporary Resident Director to live in and oversee a university residence community. You will supervise 8–20 staff, ensure safety and maintenance, and uphold BC’s Jesuit values in a diverse, inclusive setting.

The position requires a Master’s degree (Bachelor’s required) and 1–3 years in student affairs. Strong leadership, crisis response, and collaboration with campus offices are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education or related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required for employment.
• 1–3 years of experience in student affairs or residence life.
• Understanding of Jesuit Catholic mission and inclusive community building.

Responsibilities

• Supervise 8–20 Resident Assistants and Graduate Assistants.
• Oversee all operations, housing assignments, and campus safety checks.
• Serve as Conduct Hearing Officer and on-call crisis responder.
• Advise Residence Hall Council and collaborate with campus partners.
• Foster safe, inclusive living environments aligned with BC values.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & Inclusion

Student development theory

Education

Master’s degree in Higher Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Job description

Boston College Introduction

Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,654 full-time undergraduates and 5,072 graduate and professional students. Ranked 37 among national universities, Boston College has 923 full-time and 1,336 FTE faculty, 2,822 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.9 billion.

Job Description

Temporary Resident Director

The mission of the Office of Residential Life is to create safe, inclusive, and well maintained living communities. We engage our community members in opportunities to develop spiritually, socially, and academically in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition of the University. Under the leadership of the Associate Vice President, Director of Residential Education, and Director of Operations, the department consists of 40 professional staff members, 24 graduate positions, 192 resident assistants, and additional student employees.

Basic Function and Responsibility

The Temporary Resident Director position is a temporary full-time, benefits eligible, live-in position that is expected to continue through December 2026. The Temporary Resident Director (RD) lives with, ministers to, and provides support services directly to students. The RD supervises a staff of 8-20 Resident Assistants (RAs) and Graduate Assistants (i.e. GSA, PGA, or GRD), and one Office Assistant (OA). They also oversee all operational and programmatic activities of BC’s residences and adjudicate student conduct cases. Summer responsibilities may include participation in department-wide initiatives or special project teams (e.g., Summer Student Housing or Conferences, Training Teams, etc.). By personal example, a Resident Director strives to create a safe and inclusive environment for all students by living, reflecting, and expressing the values of a Jesuit and Catholic institution, as defined by the teachings of the Catholic Church with a special commitment to cultural diversity and social justice. Successful candidates will also be administratively strong, culturally competent, possess a Master’s degree, and have prior residence life or related student affairs experience.

The Temporary Resident Director receives direct supervision from an Assistant Director, and functional supervision from multiple Assistant or Associate Directors, or the Director of Residential Education.

Staff Supervision

The Temporary Resident Director is responsible for the following staff supervision in their assigned community:

• Models for students and advocates for a commitment to the Jesuit and Catholic values of Boston College, as defined by the teachings of the Catholic Church, with special attention to cultural diversity and social justice
• Assists in the selection and training of undergraduate and graduate staff
• Plans and conducts staff meetings on a weekly basis
• Meets with each staff member individually on a regular basis
• Plans and implements staff development programs
• Advises staff on appropriate student and floor interventions
• Addresses concerning trends or behavior, as well as recognizes positive efforts

Student Development/Community Standards

The Temporary Resident Director is responsible for the following aspects of student development in their assigned residential community:

• Intentional interactions and conversations
• Living among students and setting an appropriate standard for residential living
• Oversees the programming efforts and supervises graduate assistants and RAs in program generation and responsible budgeting
• Serves as a Conduct Hearing Officer for violations of university policy
• Responds as a Resident Director on Call (RDOC) for crisis situations, including during non-business and weekend hours
• Provides academic and personal counseling to students, making referrals when appropriate
• Nurtures and supports relationships with their Campus Ministry representatives (Graduate or Resident Ministers) in the service of expressing and modeling the Jesuit and Catholic values of Boston College
• Engages resident population on current events including topics of diversity and equity, social justice, and being a productive community member
• May advise Residence Hall Council (first-year area only) or other student leadership organizations

Operations

The Temporary Resident Director is responsible for the following aspects of operations in their assigned community:

• Facilitates the opening and closing of their community
• Conducts health and safety inspections each semester
• Coordinates follow-up for all maintenance and housekeeping concerns/requests through, and with, the facilities team
• Conducts regular walk-throughs of community
• Maintains regular office hours Monday through Friday and will periodically work on nights and weekends for essential responsibilities throughout the year
• Facilitates check-in/check-out procedures and room changes
• Works with the Assistant Director of Housing Assignments & Occupancy to ensure proper occupancy records and reports

On-Call Responsibilities

The Temporary Resident Director is responsible for the following aspects of crisis response while on duty:

• Participates in the university Crisis Response duty rotation. When on duty the RD is expected to respond to crises, both on campus and in the surrounding neighborhood, in accordance with our policies and response guidelines
• Responds to students and parents on Residential Life issues or concerns
• Assists with duty during sporting and special events which may be on weekends or in the evening hours
• Acts as a liaison with Boston College Police Department, University Counseling
• Services, the Primary Care Center, faculty, and other University offices during emergencies

Department and University Relations

The Temporary Resident Director participates in the following department and university relations:

• Serves on departmental committees, and may have an opportunity to serve on division or university-wide committees
• Attends department and area staff meetings, in-service training programs, and one-on-one meetings with their respective supervisor
• Acts as a liaison with faculty, the Jesuit community, and university offices
• Summer responsibilities may include Training, Operations, Summer Housing, or Special Projects, as assigned by the Director or Associate Directors
• Assists with the implementation of university and departmental goals and objectives, and other duties as assigned
• In order to create a more inclusive community within the Division of Student Affairs, each staff member is expected to support division and university-wide initiatives, staff events, and serve on committees as needed.

Full-Time Equivalent Hiring Range: $51,350 to $64,200; salary commensurate with relevant experience.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Counseling, or related field is strongly preferred; Bachelor’s degree required
• 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience working in a student affairs setting at the professional or graduate level
• Prior residence hall experience at the graduate or professional level preferred
• Comprehension and appreciation of the Jesuit and Catholic values and mission and the traditions and heritage of Boston College, and a willingness to express and abide by those values and mission
• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Demonstrated understanding of student development theory
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Closing Statement

Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:

• Tuition remission for Employees
• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Life Insurance
• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored403bRetirement Plans
• Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Sickand Vacation Pay
• Additional benefits can be found on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbook

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.