Resident Director, Live-in (multiple opportunities)

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 43,707 - 53,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑campus housing

Job summary

University of Washington invites applications for a Resident Director, Live‑in in Housing & Food Services. The role leads a team of student staff, oversees housing operations, and ensures inclusive programming for a large residential community on campus.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and supervisory experience; a master’s in a related field is preferred. On‑campus housing is provided with a full‑time schedule and evening/weekend commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of residence hall supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging and the ability to create an inclusive residence hall community.
• Experience in supervising paraprofessionals (Resident Adviser, Community Assistant, etc.).
• Experience in the selection and training of paraprofessional staff.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and evaluate 6–19 resident advisers, 1 office assistant, and one assistant resident director for 300–1,000 residents.
• Facilitate meetings, provide training, and develop student leaders; promote inclusive environments.
• Use StarRez to manage occupancy and coordinate with facilities and dining partners.
• Participate in on‑call emergency response and apply DEIB‑centered crisis approaches.
• Facilitate conduct meetings and address bias incidents and community concerns.
• Support mission, values, and culture of Residential Life and UW; participate on committees to improve programs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Equity and inclusion

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in student personnel or related field

Job description

Resident Director, Live‑in – Housing & Food Services

Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Resident Director, Live‑in to join their team.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision – 25%

• Directly supervise, train, and evaluate 6‑19 resident advisers (RA), 1 office assistant (OA), and one assistant resident director (ARD) in developing residential communities for and responding to the needs of 300‑1,000 residents. Larger communities (900+ students) operate with a co‑RD model and share supervision responsibilities.
• Facilitate individual meetings with direct reports, weekly team meetings, and continuous training as well as team development and recognition opportunities for student leaders.
• Integrate practices to foster a work environment that supports diverse perspectives, encourages growth, and offers equitable opportunities to all team members.
• Hold student leaders accountable to job expectations in alignment with Residential Life’s performance management process to address performance concerns.

Student Development and Residence Education – 20%

• Support the implementation of the Learn to Live community development model through facilitation of roommate agreements, student leader programming, residence hall programming, and small group/one‑on‑one engagement with residents.
• Provide leadership and support to hall council in collaboration with the assistant resident director, including:
  • Provide guidance, direction, and resources to the assistant resident director who serves as the primary adviser to hall council.
  • Ensure hall council is following university policies and procedures for programs, events, and purchasing.

Building Operations Management – 20%

• Utilize Housing & Food Services management system, StarRez, to assist in occupancy, communication, and operational processes.
• Consult and work in collaboration with custodial, facilities maintenance, student & desk services, and dining to assess and address building, community, and individual student needs.
• Manage opening and closing procedures in assigned community in collaboration with the community management team.
• Effectively manage and track the budget and cost center for assigned community, including a budget up to approximately $450,000, including an operating budget and overseeing the alignment of payroll expenditures within the cost center.

Student Support & Crisis Management – 15%

• Participate in an On‑Call emergency response rotation throughout the calendar year to respond to incidents and emergencies as they occur for a residential population of approximately 9,300 students.
• Apply DEIB‑informed approaches in emergency and crisis response by recognizing the diverse identities and experiences of those impacted and reflecting on one’s own identity in decision‑making.
• Implement departmental/university emergency and crisis response protocols.

Student Conduct – 10%

• Facilitate conduct meetings with students emphasizing personal responsibility and an understanding of how one’s behavior impacts self and others.
• Respond timely and effectively to bias incidents and other situations that can have high individual or community impact.

Organizational Engagement – 10%

• Support and assist in the leadership of delivering the mission, goals, values, and culture of Residential Life, Housing & Food Services, and the University of Washington.
• Engage and uphold Residential Life’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging vision and agreements, including commitment to understanding privilege, enhancing awareness of bias and mitigating bias, advocacy, and continuous learning and self‑reflection.
• Serve on committees to create or enhance programs, processes, and operational shifts; seek opportunities to develop new and/or enhance current programs and activities.
• Maintain awareness of current trends and best practices within student development and operations within a residential life program.

Reports to the Area Director for Residential Life.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of residence hall supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in addition to the ability to create an inclusive residence hall community.
• Experience in the supervision of paraprofessionals (Resident Adviser, Community Assistant, etc.).
• Experience in the selection and training of paraprofessional staff.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student personnel or related field.
• Experience with emergency response and crisis management.
• Experience hearing students conduct cases or judicial matters.
• Experience advising student leadership organizations.
• Experience in the development of student learning initiatives and/or experience working with a programming or community development model.
• Experience serving on committees or leading departmental initiatives.

Working Conditions

• The position works on a Monday through Friday schedule; however, it requires significant evening and weekend commitments throughout the year including but not limited to move‑in, move‑out, admitted student day, training activities, weekly hall council and student leader meetings, and On‑Call responsibilities.
• This position is required to live on campus in University Housing.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $48,564.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $48,564.00 annual

Other Compensation: University Housing on campus

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206‑543‑6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.