Residence life coordinator

Position Title Coordinator for Residence Life : Building Supervisor Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 093901 Department University Housing-Residence Life - 325000 Description of UniversityAppalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all.

The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference.

As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary InformationMinimum QualificationsMaster's degreeOne to three years of experience working in college housing.

Two years of GA experience is equivalent to one year full-time.License / Certification RequiredN / APreferred Qualifications* Master's degree in College Student Development, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field* Full-time experience working in college housing* Crisis and case management experience* Supervision experienceEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Coordinator position is a highly visible member of the university community who interacts across divisional lines and works collaboratively with many segments of the university.

This is a live-in position, meaning staff members are provided a furnished apartment, meal plan, and upgraded reserved parking space.

When available and approved, Coordinators receive departmental support for professional involvement and travel. There are 9 Coordinators on the Residence Life Team, along with 14 Graduate Assistants, 3 Assistant Directors, 3 Administrative Professionals, and the Associate DirectorSupervision* Direct supervision of 2 RDs and 9-15 RAs* Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with all staff.

• Conduct weekly staff meetings with RA staff and bi-monthly area meetings with RD staff.* Provide on-going staff training and development.
• Ensure expectations are being met by staff, and initiate job action and developmental conversations to encourage correction and facilitate learning.
• Complete formal evaluations of staff once each semester.* Oversee management of programming and staff development budgets.
• Work to create an environment of mutual support and encouragement of teamwork.* Assist with the selection and training of all student staff members.

Community Development & Residence Education* Develop goals for the community on an annual basis.* Be accessible, visible and present to students in the building and area.

Assist in the implementation of the programming model and provide educational and social activities in community.* Develop and utilize skills to work with diverse student populations.

Maintain sensitivity to different perspectives and identities.* Opportunity to assist with and promote the Residence Hall Association and National Residence Hall Honorary.

• Opportunity to work with Residential Learning Communities (RLCs).* Collaborate with partnering departments to facilitate social and educational activities for the community on a regular basis and to develop relationships to assist in connecting students to resources.
• Attend staff-planned activities and educational programsCrisis and Case Management* Participate in a rotating weekly on-call system providing emergency assistance to staff and approximately 6,200 residents, including potentially over university breaks.
• Provide leadership to staff and students during crises in the residence hall and in the greater campus community.* Monitor and maintain in-hall RA duty rotation.
• Become familiar with and follow institutional and departmental guidelines regarding emergencies.* Review all incident reports and documentations and refer appropriate incident reports to Dean of Students office.
• Serve as hearing officer for most first and second-time University Housing and Code of Conduct violations.* Serve as a case manager for student concerns and intervention within the area of responsibility, including coordinating wellness checks, follow-up, and coordination with Residence Life Leadership Team and Dean of Students Office.
• Clearly communicate, interpret and enforce department and university policies to staff and students.* Ensure staff members are appropriately confronting and documenting behavior issues and concerns.
• Serve as a resource or referral for information concerning Student Affairs.Administration* Serve on departmental and division work groups, task forces, and committees (including selection) as requested or approved by supervisor.
• Along with the Residence Life team, develop and assist in achieving University Housing department goals.* Attend staff training and professional development events in University Housing and Student Affairs.
• Develop and complete a professional development plan.* Post and maintain office hours as required by supervisor.* Work closely with the Administration Services staff regarding room changes, consolidations, occupancy reports, withdrawals, etc.
• Work with technology including Google Suite, StarRez Community Management Software, AiM Work Order System, eRezLife Evaluation and Job Action Software, Maxient Student Conduct Software, Engage Programming Software, etc* Perform administrative tasks as delegated by the Associate Director of Residence Life.
• Complete summer responsibilities including, but not limited to summer school, orientation, and special projects.Facilities Management* Ensure compliance with key and security related policies.
• Communicate facilities needs and projects with staff and students.* Maintain contact with Housekeeping and Maintenance Leadership about concerns in area.
• Maintain monthly contact with building maintenance staff, housekeeping staff, and area supervisors.* Conduct fire drills in the residence halls, in support of Fire Life and Safety CoordinatorType of Position Full Time Position Staff / Non-Faculty Staff / Non-Faculty Appointment Type Work Schedule / Hours Typically Mon-Fri, (9am-5pm), Night / Weekend commitments fulfill additional 5 hours / week Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff Yes Suggested Salary Range $42,000-44,000 Physical Demands of PositionPosting Details InformationPosting Date 01 / 25 / 2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 02 / 26 / 2024 Proposed Date of Hire 06 / 03 / 2024 Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach required documents : * Cover Letter* Resume* List of References with contact Chair Name Amanda Alberti Search Chair Email Quick Link Posting Number 201501353P

Last updated : 2024-05-22