Resident Director

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA invites applications for a Student Life and Development Supervisor within Residential Life to support personal growth, academic success, and community engagement. You will supervise staff and coordinate programs for students, residents, and campus partners, fostering a safe, inclusive living-learning environment on campus.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven program evaluation, and effective communication. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience/training (Required)
• 1-2 Years Experience in Higher Education and/or Student Advising/Conduct (Required)
• Skill in supervising staff to maximize effective performance and stimulate growth (Required)
• Skill in organizing information, people, finances, and other resources to develop or maximize effective procedures (Required)
• Ability to analyze data, evaluate programs and procedures, interpret information to convey consequences and recommend actions (Required)
• Working knowledge of facilities, equipment, and resources to be used effectively in programming (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record keeping procedures to monitor budgets (Required)
• Ability to guide and direct the actions of others including staff and student residents (Required)
• Ability to speak formally and informally by making presentations to individuals and groups (Required)
• Skill in writing business correspondence, analytical reports, publicity, manuals, and evaluation instruments (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with department staff, campus personnel, community, and students (Required)
• Skill to counsel students to resolve personal, interpersonal, and academic difficulties (Required)
• Knowledge of student due process in judiciary procedures (Required)
• Knowledge of theories on working with college students and group dynamics (Required)

Skills

Staff supervision

Budgeting & finance oversight

Data analysis & evaluation

Public speaking & presentations

Written communications

Collaboration with students & staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (Preferred)

Job description

Department Summary

At UCLA Residential Life, our mission is to create safe, supportive, and inclusive living-learning communities for all members of our Bruin residential community. With 15,000 undergraduates in our residence halls and 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students in our apartments and family housing, we are committed to making UCLA a place where community thrives. Supported by a team of over 100 professional staff, 20 Faculty-in-Residence, and 600 student staff, we strive to enrich the student experience through connection, learning, and growth. Residential Education is one of nine units within Residential Life, integral to shaping the student experience at UCLA. This unit fosters an environment that enhances Bruins’ academic success, promotes community engagement, and supports personal development.

Position Summary

As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. We invite you to apply to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family. While you may not meet 100% of this job’s qualifications, if much of this job and these qualifications describe you, then you are highly encouraged to apply.

Salary & Compensation

UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 Years Experience in Higher Education and/or Student Advising/Conduct
• Skill in supervising staff to maximize effective performance and stimulate growth and expertise in their positions. (Required)
• Skill in organizing information, people, finances, and other resources to develop or maximize effective procedures and operational systems. (Required)
• Ability to analyze data, evaluate programs and procedures, interpret information in order to convey consequences and recommend courses of action. (Required)
• Working knowledge of facilities, equipment, and resources to be used effectively in programming (Preferred)
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record keeping procedures in order to monitor budgets, authorize expenditures, and recommend budget priorities. (Required)
• Ability to guide and direct the actions of others including staff and student residents. (Required)
• Ability to speak formally and informally by making prepared and extemporaneous presentations to individuals and groups in order to provide information, explain procedures, investigate facts, and persuade others. (Required)
• Skill in writing business correspondence, analytical reports, publicity, procedural manuals, and evaluation instruments to convey simple and complex information and to persuade others. (Required)
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department staff, campus personnel, community persons, and students to produce quality group work. (Required)
• Skill to counsel students in order to resolve personal, interpersonal, and academic difficulties. (Required)
• Working knowledge of student due process in judiciary procedures in order to implement and coordinate a variety of judiciary procedures. (Required)
• Working knowledge of theories which apply to working with college students, developing communities as well as group dynamics, and organized behavior. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)
• Master's degree (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the \"Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse\".

Schedule

8:00am-5:00pm

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

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