What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Life Area Coordinator (Two Positions Available) position at Utah Tech University?
- Position Announcement
Responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operation and programs of Campus View Suites, with 530-560 residents. This involves overseeing development of a community and educational environment that encourages student engagement, positive relationships, and student success. This position is required to live in provided on-campus housing within Campus View Suites. Information about Housing & Resident Life can be found online at .
- Responsibilities
- Coordinate the day-to-day resident life operations and programs of Campus View Suites, with 530-560 residents.
- Oversee the development of a community and educational environment that encourages student engagement, positive relationships, and student success.
- Respond to emergency situations and assist in resolving resident and parent concerns, roommate conflict, etc.
- Plan and implement active educational, social and cultural programs for the personal growth and development of residents. Plan, propose, implement and assess Living Learning Communities, as determined by the department's strategic plan.
- Assist in the management and facilitation of the student conduct process by implementing and enforcing university and departmental rules and regulations, as well as adjudicating minor student conduct cases, as assigned by the Director.
- Utilize StarRez (student housing management software) when performing daily responsibilities, including updating student and building information, processing forms, and creating reports.
- Participate in on-call duty coverage, one week out of every five weeks, to respond to on-campus student housing incidents and student crisis situations.
- Monitor and communicate concerns related to facilities, including safety and security, cleaning service, maintenance and keys. Provide supervision and assistance during check-in/check-out periods.
- Plan, organize, and assist in the facilitation of the centralized process for student staff recruitment, selection, placement and training.
- Supervise 10 Resident Assistants.
- Coordinate LGBTQIA housing and resources, in collaboration with Department colleagues and campus resources.
- Coordinate with the Student Affairs division to facilitate programming and resources for On-Campus Housing residents.
- Assist in the preparation for summer camps and conferences, including staff selection and training, cleaning checks, and key preparation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- Two years' experience working in Residence Life, Student Involvement, or related fields during graduate or undergraduate career required. Experience advising a student group preferred.
- Knowledge of Student Development and Student Involvement theories required; knowledge and experience with Living Learning Communities preferred.
- Computer proficiency, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word and Outlook) required; knowledge of Banner, StarRez and Maxient systems preferred.
- Strong organizational skills, with ability to respond to, and concentrate on, multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills required, with the ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals and campus departments in establishing and maintaining effective and positive relationships.
- Outgoing personality, with a history of dependability, reliability, and initiative.
- Supplemental Information
POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time professional staff (overtime-exempt) position. Annual salary of $42,000 depending on qualifications & experience. Rent and utility free two-bedroom and one bath apartment provided. Desired start date of June/July 2024. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See under "Benefits Summary" for more details.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins March 4, 2024. Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.
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