Residential Leadership Programs Coordinator

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Coordinator for Leadership and Engagement within Residential Initiatives. This full-time, bachelor's-level professional will educate and support almost 6,000 on-campus students and report to the Assistant Director of Residential Life for Leadership and Engagement.

The role focuses on planning and implementing leadership programs, advising student organizations, supervising staff, and collaborating with campus partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Leadership Studies, or a related field.
• Experience developing and facilitating student leadership programs and engagement initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to advise and mentor college students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience supervising or leading student staff or volunteers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and respect diverse populations.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement leadership programs and large-scale engagement initiatives for residential students.
• Serve as the primary advisor to the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH).
• Foster leadership development opportunities and promote student involvement within the residential community.
• Coordinate student attendance at state, regional, and national leadership conferences.
• Develop and facilitate training for Community Council Advisors and student leaders.
• Support departmental initiatives that enhance student success and retention.
• Promote a welcoming residential environment that supports student growth and development.
• Collaborate with campus partners across Student Affairs and the university community.
• Manage budgets associated with RHA, NRHH, student travel, and community programming.
• Address student, parent, and stakeholder concerns with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation while ensuring departmental deadlines are met.
• Support university and departmental conduct processes in partnership with the Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity.
• Supervise and mentor student staff, providing regular coaching, feedback, and performance support.
• Manage the daily operations of the Residential Leadership Center.
• Assist with recruitment, selection, training, and development of Resident Assistants and other student employees.
• Contribute to staff training, orientation, and professional development initiatives throughout the academic year.
• Participate in departmental and division-wide committees, assessment efforts, and strategic initiatives.
• Support housing opening, orientation, conferences, and summer programs as assigned.
• Represent VCU at professional conferences, campus events, and community engagements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Advising

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Collaboration

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Leadership Studies, or related field

Master’s degree in Higher Education or Student Affairs (preferred)

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Coordinator for Leadership and Engagement within Residential Initiatives. This full-time, bachelor's-level professional will educate and support almost 6,000 on-campus students and report to the Assistant Director of Residential Life for Leadership and Engagement.

The role focuses on planning and implementing leadership programs, advising student organizations, supervising staff, and collaborating with campus partners.