Full time, academic year contract, fixed term, professional academic staff live-in position.  The person selected for this position will be responsible for overall operation of a residence hall, supervision of undergraduate resident assistants, and front desk staff.  Duties include programming, discipline, counseling, staff selection and training, advising hall government, committee responsibilities, supervision of front desk operations including food and beverage sales, and coordination of housekeeping and maintenance services.  Summer employment also available.

Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s degree, previous experience in residence life.

 

May be considered an asset: Master’s Degree in student personnel or related field, supervision experience, hall leadership experience.

 

Salary range: $27, 050 – 29,600, furnished apartment, meal plan, and other liberal fringe benefits.  Position starting date:  7/26/10.  To apply:  Send letter of application, resume and three names of references to Deborah Newman, Associate Director of Housing, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, P.O. Box 5025, Eau Claire, WI  54702-5025 or e-mail to NEWMANDL@UWEC.EDU.  Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before 7/14/10 and may continue until the position is filled.  Prior to employment, criminal background checks required. 

 

The University of Wisconsin requires that all applicants’ names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing, and the names of finalists are subject to public release regardless of confidentiality preference.

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Morningside College is now accepting applications for a position in Residence Life. This position is a full-time 12-month, live in administrative position, which coordinates the day-to-day essential functions of residence halls or apartment buildings.

Responsibilities for Area Coordinator/Coordinator for Student Activities are:
Area Coordinator
1. Participate in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of paraprofessional and student employees.
2. Direct weekly staff meetings with Head Residents and Resident Assistants.
3. Participate in the opening and closing of campus residential facilities.
4. Participate in an on-call duty rotation, providing 24-hour crisis management services as needed. Confront policy violations when incidents arise, and act as first-response counselor when required.
5. Assist with room registration and placement assignments as needed.
6. Perform general residence life administrative duties, including file maintenance, waivers, transfers, etc.
7. Meet regularly with custodians and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the assigned residential area.
8. Assist in the creation, planning and execution of staff training weeks and educational/training in-services.
9. Support retention efforts as needed.
10. Assist in the management of departmental budgets.
11. Participate in weekly meeting with the Associate Dean of Students.
12. Perform miscellaneous job-related administrative/supervisory duties as assigned

Student Activities and Programs
1. Monitor and evaluate Morningside Activities Council (M.A.C.) events, multicultural programs and other activities as assigned.
2. Participate in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of M.A.C. members.
3. Coordinate chaperones for M.A.C. activities and other student activity events as needed.
4. Serve on institutional committees as assigned (homecoming, orientation, family weekend, etc.).
5. Develop programming around designated heritage events/months.

Multicultural Programs
1. Assist with the development of a comprehensive multicultural program calendar.
2. Assess the needs of campus in regards to diversity programming, awareness, etc.
3. Develop building-specific educational programs as needed.
4. Work closely with other campus offices to further resident knowledge of campus and community services.
5. Work with Diversity at Morningside (DAM) to implement programs, events, etc., and serve as co-advisor as needed.
6. Be an advocate for multicultural issues and topics impacting students and the campus community.

Counseling/Advising
1. Serve as a resource for R.A. and campus programming.
2. Make referrals, which will provide aid to students in obtaining assistance from other offices.
3. Interact with students as a resource person and advisor.
4. Serve as advisor to M.A.C., Diversity at Morningside, and the Student Homecoming Directors.
5. Serve as advisor to the Greek Council.
6. Perform miscellaneous job-related counseling/advising duties as assigned.

Student Post Office
1. Participate in the recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of Student Post Office staff.
2. Direct weekly staff meetings with Student Post Office Managers.
3. Assign student post office boxes
4. Responsible for maintenance of student post office boxes

Qualifications for the position are:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred
* Experience in Residence Life and/or Student Activities
* Strong computer skills

Please submit a letter of application, resume and a list of 3 references to Andrew Pflipsen at pflipsen@morningside.edu or mail to:
Morningside College
Attn: Andrew Pflipsen
1501 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106

Please download the position description for full details.

Position highlights:  Full time (11 month contract), master's degree required, $31,500 plus apartment and meal plan.  Position also includes a 1/4 time collateral assighment in our community services office (Acting in the Community Together (ACT).

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to swisener@carleton.edu or reply with questions.

Review of materials will be through July 10, interviews mid-July, with a hoped for starting date of August 1, 2010.

Assistant Director for Residence Life Apartments
North Dakota State University
Fargo, North Dakota

The Assistant Director reports to the Associate Director for Residence Life Facilities. The purpose of this position is to oversee all aspects of the university apartments. The successful candidate will work with staff and students to develop a strong apartment living/learning environment and enforcement of community standards. The Assistant Director supervises student complex managers. This position is also responsible for tasks within the facilities management and services area of the Department of Residence Life, including furnishings and inventory. As a member of the central management team for Residence Life, this position contributes to the overall administration of the department, including assessment and budget processes.

Minimum Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related degree
* Five years work experience in Higher Education or related field
* Demonstrated experience in programmatic, budgetary, and administrative areas
* Three years supervisory experience
* Demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills   

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience providing leadership in University Apartment community setting
* Previous experience with purchasing, replacement, and/or inventory of residence hall and apartment furnishings
* Experience facilitating and supervising community development, student group advisement, and serving as a hearing officer   

Screening Date:  6/21/2010

Area Director Vacancy # 1021P

MSU Moorhead Housing and Residential Life seeks full time Area Director, begins July 1, 2010.  This full time, live in position is responsible for the day to day operations of a residence hall complex.  Master's in Student Personnel/related field with experience in residence hall supervision required.  Apply to Kim Brosdahl, Associate Director of Housing and Residential Life; 1104 7th Ave. South, Moorhead, MN  56563; (218) 477-2118 or brosdhlk@mnstate.edu.   Position is open until filled.  More detail available on line at http://www.mnstate.edu/vacancy/unclassified.htm. MSUM is an AA/EOEE and a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

Position Summary

Graduate Assistants serve as Assistant Hall Directors and assist in the operation of residence halls/apartments of 250 - 550 students. Graduate Assistants play a primary role in facilitating community development within the residential living environment at St. Cloud State University.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

·         Assist with the coordination and implementation of community development within the residence hall/ apartments.

·         Assist with the creation of an academically-focused residential environment that supports student success and learning.

·         Assume leadership for educating students through the development and implementation of educational and community service programs and activities.

·         Establish effective relationships with students in the community.

·         Assist with creating socially just communities where differences are celebrated.

·         Respond to emergencies, crisis situations, and student issues and participate in the campus- wide duty schedule for the Department of Residential Life.

·         Educate students on departmental and University policies and procedures.

·         Perform administrative tasks in accordance with established Residential Life procedures and deadlines.

·         Adjudicate low-level conduct cases and assist with administrating judicial paperwork.

·         Assist with the training, supervision and evaluation of undergraduate staff (Community Advisors and Night Security).

·         Supervise the operation of the residence hall front desk.

·         Train, supervise and evaluate desk attendants.

·         Assist with facilitating weekly in-hall CA staff meetings and other staff meetings as appropriate.

·         Assist in the advising of community council and support student leadership development initiatives and efforts.

·         Participate in professional development activities locally and regionally.

·         Serve as a resource and advisor to students and assess student needs, making appropriate referrals.

·         Assist in selection of student staff, including community advisors, night security staff, and desk assistants.

·         Participate in strategic planning initiatives for the Department of Residential Life.

·         Assist with student recruitment, housing and academic retention initiatives and efforts.

·         Help monitor and assess the physical environment of the residence hall/apartment complex. Facilitate the resolution of facility concerns, maintenance, repairs and cleanliness.

·         Help maintain an inviting lobby environment with updated and resourceful bulletin boards and display areas.

·         Attend and participate in staff training sessions, meetings, and professional development opportunities.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. Previous residence life/student leadership experience preferred. Candidates must be accepted and enrolled in a graduate program at SCSU carrying 8-12* credits per semester prior to employment. For more information on graduate programs available visit: www.stcloudstate.edu/graduatestudies

*GAs must receive advance permission from their supervisor to enroll in more than 12 credits per semester

Compensation

An annual stipend of $10,000, room and board (when dining is available), reserved parking, and graduate tuition remission for up to 8 credits (excluding fees, tuition waiver is considered taxable income) per semester (fall and spring). GAs may apply for up to $250 in professional development funds annually. Additional employment opportunities may be available during summer. Approximate start date of July 26, 2010.

To Apply

Position is available until filled.  Applications are being reviewed as they are received.  Please submit a letter of application, resume, current contact information for at least three professional references, and copies of transcripts to:

 

Jen Sell Matzke, Associate Director for Staffing and Student Programs

Residential Life, Carol Hall

St. Cloud State University

720 4th Avenue South

St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498

Appointment will be contingent upon completion of a successful criminal history background check. SCSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and is committed to excellence, actively supporting cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:
St. Catherine University, St. Paul campus, invites applications for the position of Complex Coordinator. The Complex Coordinator (CC) is a member of the Residence Life Staff in the Division of Student Affairs. The CC is responsible for the day-to-day operations and facilitation of the Residence Life program in Caecilian & Whitby Halls and Alberta & Georgia Apartments. This is a live-on, year-round position reporting to the Director of Residence Life.

Responsibilities:

· Select, train, evaluate and supervise 13 Resident Advisors.
· Assist in the administration of the Residence Life Program.
· Assist in the implementation of the Residence Life Resident Advisors winter and on-going training.
· Coordinate the Family Housing program in Alberta Apartments.
· Advise Residence Hall Association.
· Assume on-call campus duty and coordinate emergency response as needed.
· Administer informal student conduct hearings and assign educational sanctions.
· Assist in the development of Residence Life policies and procedures.
· Assist the Director of Residence Life in facilities management.
· Provide personal counseling and roommate mediation to students in Whitby, Caecilian, Alberta, and Georgia.
· Oversee staff’s educational and social program implementation.
· Serve as liaison with Environmental Services.
· Work directly with representatives from Public Safety
· Supervise and train six student staff members.
· Oversee billing, check-in and checkout processes.
· Oversee summer reception desk.

Qualifications:
The Complex Coordinator position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with significant prior experience in Residence Life but a Master’s Degree is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate experience in staff supervision and development, adjudicating student conduct hearings, emergency response and crisis intervention, upper-class student programming and relations, advising student groups, and budget planning and monitoring. Additional qualities necessary include strong communications skills, strong organizational and administrative skills, problem solving and decision-making, and conflict resolution skills. Candidates should also possess extensive listening skills and be comfortable serving as a resource and advisor for students. This position requires someone who can work effectively with college students as volunteers and employees, and be able to work effectively as part of the professional staff team as well. Finally, this position requires someone who can commit many weekend and evening hours in addition to the normal work schedule.

The incumbent must have the ability to respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, in a manner that affirms the worth and preserves the dignity of individuals, families and communities.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Two-bedroom on-campus apartment, a meal plan, and generous benefit package.

Send résumé & cover letter to:
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Req. #10AM16, F-17, the St. Catherine University, 2004 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105. Or fax to 651-690-6871, or email to hr@stkate.edu For priority consideration, please apply by May 12, 2010.

St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
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St. Paul Campus to be Tobacco-Free – Fall 2010

Our campus is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org