Associate Director of Residence Life

Job Purpose

Manages the residence life programs and services that covers 10 residence halls and 25 houses and affects 3,700 students that reside on campus.

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling or related field and at least 5 years of full-time experience in Student Affairs. Residence hall administration experience preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of budget planning and fiscal operations. Excellent oral and written communication as well as planning abilities. Basic understanding of social media is desired. Proven supervisory experience. Knowledge and understanding of student issues in higher education.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Required to be on 24/7 on-call rotation. Evening and weekend work may be necessary when not on-call. Some travel will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary: *$55,341 - $64,885

Closing Date: 07/15/2024

Benefits

• Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
• Retirement
• Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Free CARTA Bus Service
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Full Benefits Package - Click Here

Open Until Filled: No

Posting Number: 2024095

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15577

Activity

Supervision

Responsible for hiring, supervising, and evaluating four full-time staff. Indirectly supervises full-time and graduate student Hall Directors, student Resident Assistants, and student Desk Assistants. Assists with providing informational and educational training to professional and paraprofessional employees in the area of community and student development issues. Approves time sheets and provides developmental feedback. Serves as an appeal officer for staff accountability.

Essential or Marginal: Essential

Percent of Time: 40

Activity

Leadership

Serves as a member of the residence life leadership team (RLLT) and offers leadership and guidance. Works closely with RLLT to facilitate departmental initiatives and communication (i.e., training, staff selection, staff and team development, etc..). Participates in the on-call rotation and assists the department in responding to student and facilities crises.

Essential or Marginal: Essential

Percent of Time: 20

Activity

Conduct

Oversees the residential conduct system. Works closely with the Dean of Students Office to discuss sanctions and cases. Serves as an appeal officer for residential conduct violation appeals. Maintains conduct records and reviews reports for accuracy.

Essential or Marginal: Essential

Percent of Time: 15

Activity

Campus Partnerships

Develops and maintains collaborative partnerships with campus colleagues to ensure strong support of student residential communities.

Essential or Marginal: Marginal

Percent of Time: 10

Activity

Budget

Assists with planning and execution of the department budget/fiscal operations. Serves as a departmental P-Card liaison.

Essential or Marginal: Marginal

Percent of Time: 10

Activity

Technology

Serves as administrator of software systems Maxient and eRezLife for Residence Life. Responsible for updating rosters and staff access with the Residence Life Office Manager.

Essential or Marginal: Marginal

Percent of Time: 5