Resident Director II

St Thomas University Inc; Norland (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully furnished apartment

Meal plan

Insurance (health, dental, vision)

Tuition benefit

Professional development

Job summary

St Thomas University Inc in Florida seeks a Resident Director (RD) to supervise a team of Resident Assistants, foster an inclusive living-learning community, and support student development through programs and crisis response.

The entry-level RD role includes on-call duties, collaboration with campus partners, and managing administrative tasks such as occupancy and incident records. This position offers a fully furnished apartment and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field.
• Experience in higher education or student affairs preferred.
• Experience in residence life or student leadership roles recommended.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs).
• Foster a positive, inclusive residential community that supports student engagement and academics.
• Plan and support educational and social programs aligned with goals.
• Serve as conduct officer for policy violations in assigned area.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call rotation.
• Maintain visibility through office hours and community presence.
• Collaborate with Public Safety, Counseling, and Academic Support.
• Manage occupancy reports, room condition records, and incident documentation.
• Assist with check-in/check-out and room selection processes.
• Promote safe living environment by enforcing standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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 successPlan and support educational and social programs aligned with departmental and institutional goalsServe as a conduct officer for policy violations within the assigned residential areaRespond to emergencies and participate in an on-call duty rotationMaintain visibility and availability to students through regular office hours and community presenceCollaborate with campus partners, including Public Safety, Counseling Services, and Academic SupportManage administrative responsibilities such as occupancy reports, room condition records, and incident documentationAssist with student check-in, check-out, and room selection processesPromote a safe and respectful living environment by enforcing community standardsOther duties as assignedSUPERVISION 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.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 skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse communityDemonstrated commitment to student development and inclusive practicesCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Competitive entry-level salaryFully furnished apartmentMeal plan included during academic termsProfessional development opportunitiesHealth, dental, and vision insurance (if applicable)Tuition Benefit (based on institutional policy)