Resident Life Coordinator

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University’s University Housing is seeking a dynamic Resident Life Coordinator to supervise the daily operations of the living-learning community and lead a team of staff and student employees on the Atlanta Campus.

You will develop a student community development program, coordinate learning-focused programming, and support first-year experiences while maintaining on-call coverage and contributing to a respectful, inclusive housing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of housing experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in housing operations or residential life is preferred.
• Master's degree preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the professional, live-in manager for University Housing and supervises the daily operations of the facility.
• Develops and administers a comprehensive student community development program.
• Hires, trains, and supervises full-time staff and student employees within University Housing.
• Coordinates programming efforts to address specific learning needs of the community.
• Assists in the development and implementation of academic initiatives and/or first year experience programming in residence halls.
• Develops, implements, and supports training efforts for student staff within the community and department.
• Works a daily on-call rotation or 24 hour on-call in assigned area.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, and training of professional, graduate, and undergraduate staff within the department.
• Serves as primary or co-advisor to the hall government.
• Discusses the maintenance, custodial and security issues with the appropriate staff.
• Fosters a supportive and challenging multi-cultural environment.
• Prepares timely, thorough and accurate reports as required.
• Serves on committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.
• Participates in all community opening, closing, and transition-related activities.
• Provides programmatic and administrative oversight for the activities.
• Serves as a hearing officer for students involved in housing policy violations.
• Oversees the services for summer school residents, conference guests, and/or summer programs.
• Selects and supervises summer staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Budget management

Interpersonal communication

Diversity & inclusion

Staff supervision

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree + housing experience

Master's degree

Job description

Resident Life Coordinator

University Housing

Georgia State University

University Housing is seeking (1) dynamic Coordinator, Resident Life to support the daily operations of University Housing.

WHAT MAKES University Housing A GREAT PLACE?

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Serves as the professional, live-in manager for University Housing and supervises the daily operations of the facility.
• Develops and administers a comprehensive student community development program.
• Hires, trains, and supervises full-time staff and student employees within University Housing.
• Coordinates programming efforts to address specific learning needs of the community.
• Assists in the development and implementation of academic initiatives and/or first year experience programming in residence halls.
• Develops, implements, and supports training efforts for student staff within the community and department.
• Works a daily on-call rotation or 24 hour on-call in assigned area.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, and training of professional, graduate, and undergraduate staff within the department.
• Serves as primary or co-advisor to the hall government.
• Discusses the maintenance, custodial and security issues with the appropriate staff.
• Fosters a supportive and challenging multi-cultural environment.
• Prepares timely, thorough and accurate reports as required.
• Serves on committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.
• Participates in all community opening, closing, and transition-related activities.
• Provides programmatic and administrative oversight for the activities.
• Serves as a hearing officer for students involved in housing policy violations.
• Oversees the services for summer school residents, conference guests, and/or summer programs.
• Selects and supervises summer staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of budget management issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to supervise and train employees including organizing, prioritizing and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to analyze and resolve conflict situations.

Disclaimer

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Hiring Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years of housing experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

Master's degree

Department

University Housing

Location

Atlanta Campus

Shift

8:30AM - 5:15PM

Salary

$47,500 - $52,000

FLSA Status

Exempt

Closing Date

09/16/26, 3:59:00 AM

Georgia State University Values

COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

NOTE

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