Resident Director II

St Thomas University; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished apartment

Meal plan included during academicTerm

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Benefit

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Resident Director (RD) at St Thomas University in Miami Gardens, FL, is a full-time, live-in professional who fosters a safe, inclusive living-learning environment for residential students. This entry-level role supports student development through programming, community building, and crisis response.

As a supervisor of Resident Assistants, the RD maintains office hours, coordinates occupancy and room selection, and collaborates with campus partners to promote academic success and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in higher education or student affairs 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.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team supervision

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: POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:

• 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)