Wellbeing Area Coordinator (on-campus apartment included)

University of Minnesota; Morris (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus apartment

Meal plan included

Job summary

University of Minnesota Morris seeks a live-in Area Coordinator in Residential and Community Life to oversee 2–4 residential buildings, supervise 10–15 student staff, and collaborate with CARE and Academic Alert Teams to support student wellbeing and success.

This 12-month renewable academic professional appointment reports to the Associate Director and includes an on-campus apartment and meal plan, with duties spanning program development, staff supervision, wellness initiatives, and campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of residential life operations in a college/university setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, with empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and create welcoming, inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Residential Life student engagement programs.
• Mentor and supervise 10–15 student staff.
• Teach Morris 1101 course sections and support first-year students.
• Promote resident engagement in campus programs and services.
• Address resident concerns and assist with case management and wellbeing checks.
• Collaborate with campus departments to design programs and resources.
• Represent Residential and Community Life at campus events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred in Education/Student Counseling/Public Health/Related fields

Job description

About the Job

Residential and Community Life are core components of the UMNMorris student experience — 90% of first-years and 50% of allstudents live on-campus, without a housing requirement. TheWellbeing Area Coordinator provides oversight for and manages 2-4Residential Life buildings/areas and supervises 10-15 student staffmembers. They establish and help to sustain welcoming, inclusiveresidential communities that foster student wellbeing and successand advance the campus mission, vision, and strategic plan. Thisposition collaborates with the Student Life CARE and Academic AlertTeams, assisting with student support and case management.Responsibilities may evolve to meet emerging campus needs andutilize the successful candidate’s strengths, skills, andinterests. This 12-month, annually renewable live-in,academic professional appointment (9703RLResidential LifeProfessional 2) reports to the Residential and Community LifeAssociate Director.

This position will live in an on-campus apartment and have ameal plan.

Job Duties

Community Life Development and Residential Life Programs and Operations (35%)

• Develop and assist with implementing Residential Life studentengagement programs and initiatives encouraging student learning,persistence, and success.
• Mentor and assist student staff in developing engaging programson timely, relevant topics (e.g., making friendships, healthy timemanagement, increasing intercultural competencies, practicingproblem-solving skills, adopting wellbeing practices, engaging withmental and physical health resources, utilizing academic supportresources) that show a responsiveness to student needs.
• Teach a Morris 1101 college transition and success coursesection (1 credit); engage with the Morris 1101 instructor group;serve as a primary University staff resource and mentor forapproximately 15 first-year students (Master’s degreerequired).
• Promote and encourage resident engagement in Residential Lifeand University programs, as well as support and attend key campusprograms, meetings, and activities (e.g., Campus Assembly, theHealing Ceremony, Homecoming, the Undergraduate Research Symposium,Honors and Awards, Commencement).
• Solicit residents’ feedback on their experience, areaprogramming, and community building. Ensure program tracking,assist with on-going program assessment/ evaluation.
• Maintain availability and accessibility to area residentsthrough office hours, community walk-throughs, and resource sharingabout Welcome Week and move-in, food resources during Universitybreaks, and preparation for closing.
• Work with University departments and services to design orcollaborate on programming initiatives and campus resources forresidential life students.
• Participate actively in ORL weekly meetings, Student Affairsdivision meetings, shared University governance opportunities, andcampus-wide initiatives that require Residential Liferepresentation and/or knowledge.
• Serve in the Student Life On‑Call rotation with otherResidential Life and Student Affairs professional staff(approximately 2–3 weeks per semester).
• Assist in developing and implementing wellbeinginitiatives.
• Address resident or community conflict, including the use ofmediation, dialogue, talking circles, forums, or other restorativejustice practices.
• Serve as an informal hearing officer for lower‑levelResidential Life policy violations.
• Collaborate with the Housing Operations Coordinator on roomchanges, emergency housing needs, and occupancy management withinassigned residential areas.
• Represent Residential and Community Life at campus events suchas Admitted Student Day, New Student Orientation, and StudentEmployment Fair.
• Lead the summer residential experience; providecamps/conferences operations support.
• Meet regularly with the Housing Operations Coordinator toensure responsible management of program and activitybudgets.

Residential Life Student Staff Supervision & Development (35%)

• Supervise 10-15 student Community Development Assistants,Building Advisors, and Community Advisors. Foster a supportive,growth‑oriented learning environment.
• Support facilitation of weekly area staff meetings; conductbi‑weekly one-on-one meetings with student staff.
• Develop and lead ongoing leadership development workshops,training, and learning activities; assist with all aspects of Falland January Student Staff Training.
• Provide consistent student staff mentorship, feedback, andperformance evaluation.
• Participate in student staff recruitment, interviewing, andselection.
• Serve as a resource on university and ORL policies, procedures,and expectations.

Wellness Coordination & Case Management Support (30%)

• Provide lower‑to mid‑level case management support forstudents experiencing academic, personal, social, or wellbeingchallenges.
• Assist students in navigating campus resources related tomental health, basic needs, academic support, identity‑basedsupport, and wellbeing.
• In consultation with the Associate Director, assist CARE Team,Alert Team and other partners with resident wellness checks;provide appropriate follow-up and resources..
• Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Student Affairs,Student Counseling, Student Success Center, Health Services,Equity, Diversity & Intercultural Programs, One Stop StudentServices) to coordinate care and support student success.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student interactions,referrals, and follow‑up plans in accordance with universityprotocols.
• Identify trends in student needs; contribute to proactivewellbeing programming and resource development.
• Support basic‑needs: food access, emergency housing, andresource referrals.
• Lead and collaborate with campus/community partners on wellnessinitiatives and events (e.g., alcohol, tobacco, cannabis and otherdrug prevention/education, bystander education, and violenceprevention.)

Qualifications

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least one year of relevantexperience
• Knowledge of residential life operations in a college oruniversity setting
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communicationskills
• Ability to work collaboratively, with empathy, professionalism,and sound judgment
• Ability to work with diverse populations and create welcoming,inclusive environments

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Master’s degree in Education, Student Counseling, Social Work,Public Health, Health Promotion, Public Administration, or relatedfields (Master’s required for teaching)
• Student or professional experience in residential life, studentaffairs, or a related field
• Training and/or experience in student development, communitybuilding, wellbeing practices, basic‑needs support, conflictresolution, and sustainability
• Experience with on‑call response, mental health support,non-clinical case management, or care coordination
• Familiarity with student conduct, restorative justice, andcritical incident response

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $42,000 - $49,000 annually; depending oneducation/qualifications/experience. On-campus apartment and mealplan included.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Benefits

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional trainingand degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition BenefitProgram
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counselingat no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important tonote that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. Thisapproach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions ofeach candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of ourcommitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered toincoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversityand inclusion in enriching the employment experience of itsemployees and in supporting the academic mission. The University iscommitted to attracting and retaining employees with varyingidentities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to andopportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment withoutregard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successfulcompletion of a background check. Our presumption is thatprospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminalconvictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one ofthe top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small,close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration inresearch, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeplyrooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also hasadvanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives thathave grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly allaspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employerfor Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State(2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence &Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-lifeflexibility.