Resident Director II

St Thomas University; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished apartment

Meal plan included

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Benefit

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St Thomas University in MIAMI GARDENS, FL invites applications for a full-time, live-in Resident Director. This entry-level position fosters a safe, inclusive living-learning environment for residential students and supports their development through programming, community building, and crisis response.

The RD will supervise Resident Assistants, coordinate collaborations with Public Safety and Counseling Services, manage occupancy and room records, and serve as a conduct officer to uphold

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in higher education or student affairs preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs).
• Foster a positive and inclusive residential community promoting engagement and academics.
• Plan and support educational and social programs aligned with goals.
• Serve as a conduct officer for policy violations within the area.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call duty rotation.
• Maintain visibility with students through office hours and presence.
• Collaborate with Public Safety, Counseling Services, and Academic Support.
• Manage occupancy reports, room condition records, and incident documentation.
• Assist with student check-in/check-out and room selection.
• Enforce community standards to promote safety and respect.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Collaborative in diverse community

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054

Position Type: Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Resident Director (RD) is a full-time, live-in professional staff member responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning environment for residential students. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals interested in beginning a career in student affairs or higher education. The RD oversees the day-to‑day management of a residential area, supervises student staff, and supports student development through programming, community building, and crisis response.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise, train, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs)
• Foster a positive and inclusive residential community that promotes student engagement and academic success
• Plan and support educational and social programs aligned with departmental and institutional goals
• Serve as a conduct officer for policy violations within the assigned residential area
• Respond to emergencies and participate in an on-call duty rotation
• Maintain visibility and availability to students through regular office hours and community presence
• Collaborate with campus partners, including Public Safety, Counseling Services, and Academic Support
• Manage administrative responsibilities such as occupancy reports, room condition records, and incident documentation
• Assist with student check-in, check-out, and room selection processes
• Promote a safe and respectful living environment by enforcing community standards
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Incumbent works with university policies and general objectives, referring to supervisors for clarification and interpretation of broad university policies and procedures or programmatic references.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Experience in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field preferred.
• Experience in residence life or student leadership roles (e.g., RA, peer mentor, orientation leader)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse community
• Demonstrated commitment to student development and inclusive practices

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Competitive entry-level salary
• Fully furnished apartment
• Meal plan included during academic terms
• Professional development opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)
• Tuition Benefit (based on institutional policy)