Residence Hall Director provides oversight, facilitates student development and growth, provides education, counsel, and training as-needed, and oversees administrative tasks for assigned hall.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelors degree and previous work experience in a college or university setting are required. A masters degree in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling,
or Leadership is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The Residence Hall Director position requires a strong desire to work with students and the ability to foster a positive living/learning environment. A high energy level, self-discipline and control, commitment
to students, strong work ethic, knowledge of self, ability to work under pressure, time and stress management, flexibility, effective communication and leadership skill, good judgment and a sense of humor are critical.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
This position requires the staff member to live on campus in a college-provided apartment. Amenities include a furnished apartment with utilities, internet, and streaming television. Designated parking is
available for a discounted fee.
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.
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.
SUPERVISION
Supervises, trains, evaluates and provides guidance for student staff
Supervises the Residence Hall Council
Oversees implementation of building-wide programming initiatives and community development
Coordinates departmental initiatives including Residence Hall Association, departmental programming initiatives
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
25
Activity
ADMINISTRATION
Oversees administrative tasks including building opening and closing, budget management, and report submission
Participates in an on-call rotation
Attends regular meetings within the Department and campus community
Conducts weekly/monthly meetings with student staff
Attends staff developments, workshops, and conferences as directed
Coordinates timesheets and payroll materials for student staff
Coordinates staffing of 24-hour information desk
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Activity
EDUCATION
Assists with developing/implementing student staff training and development
Addresses minor policy violations
Supports and enforces college policies
Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students
Serves on special projects, events, and planning committees
Monitors, instructs and enhances the quality of Student Staff programs
Attends campus-wide programs
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10
Activity
COMMUNICATION
Positively interacts with all members of the campus community
Communicates effectively in oral and written form
Monitors phone and email, appropriately responding to or forwarding concerns in a timely fashion
Maintains an up- to-date schedule and calendar on Microsoft Outlook
Distributes information to staff and residents
Contacts the appropriate staff member when student/building related emergencies or issues arise
Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information in accordance with laws and institutional/departmental protocol
Directly interacts with residents, staff and the Department of Residence Life on a daily basis
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
COUNSELING
Attends training workshops regarding possible student concerns
Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students when possible within the scope of the Department of Residence Life
Refers students to the Department of Counseling and Substance Abuse Services as necessary
Maintains familiarity with institutional and departmental protocols regarding students of concern
Assists with conflict management between residents
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
5
Activity
FACILITIES
Works with maintenance/custodial staff within the area of supervision
Conducts Health and Safety Inspections once per semester
Attends weekly meetings with facilities staff
Conducts daily building walk-through(s)
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
5
Activity
CRISISMANAGEMENT
Attends training on institutional and departmental protocols regarding crisis situations
Directly responds to and assesses crisis situations
Maintains appropriate demeanor during crisis situations
Serves as a point of contact and essential personnel during weather events
Conducts follow-up meetings with residents and/or staff when appropriate
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
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Supervises, trains, evaluates and provides guidance for student staff
Supervises the Residence Hall Council
Oversees implementation of building-wide programming initiatives and community development
Coordinates departmental initiatives including Residence Hall Association, departmental programming initiatives
Oversees administrative tasks including building opening and closing, budget management, and report submission
Participates in an on-call rotation
Attends regular meetings within the Department and campus community
Conducts weekly/monthly meetings with student staff
Attends staff developments, workshops, and conferences as directed
Coordinates timesheets and payroll materials for student staff
Coordinates staffing of 24-hour information desk
Assists with developing/implementing student staff training and development
Addresses minor policy violations
Supports and enforces college policies
Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students
Serves on special projects, events, and planning committees
Monitors, instructs and enhances the quality of Student Staff programs
Attends campus-wide programs
Positively interacts with all members of the campus community
Communicates effectively in oral and written form
Monitors phone and email, appropriately responding to or forwarding concerns in a timely fashion
Maintains an up- to-date schedule and calendar on Microsoft Outlook
Distributes information to staff and residents
Contacts the appropriate staff member when student/building related emergencies or issues arise
Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information in accordance with laws and institutional/departmental protocol
Directly interacts with residents, staff and the Department of Residence Life on a daily basis
Attends training workshops regarding possible student concerns
Assists residents in their adjustment to college and group living by serving as a resource/referral in the academic, social, and personal counseling of students when possible within the scope of the Department of Residence Life
Refers students to the Department of Counseling and Substance Abuse Services as necessary
Maintains familiarity with institutional and departmental protocols regarding students of concern
Assists with conflict management between residents
Works with maintenance/custodial staff within the area of supervision
Conducts Health and Safety Inspections once per semester
Attends weekly meetings with facilities staff
Conducts daily building walk-through(s)
Attends training on institutional and departmental protocols regarding crisis situations
Directly responds to and assesses crisis situations
Maintains appropriate demeanor during crisis situations
Serves as a point of contact and essential personnel during weather events
Conducts follow-up meetings with residents and/or staff when appropriate