Student Life Team Leader

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Position Title	Student Life Team Leader
About this Opportunity	The Indiana Academy welcomes applications for (2) Student Life Team Leader positions.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness	At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
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FLSA	Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	10 Month At-Will
Position Function	Full time live-in residence hall positions, with a primary work schedule during evening and weekend hours. Work with high school students to make significant contributions to their academic, personal, social, and physical development; encourage involvement in Indiana Academy programs and events; provide opportunities for problem solving and hones feedback; plan and support activities and be involved in student retention efforts; maintain a healthy relationship with students while remaining professional at all times. Responsible for the residence halls and staff in the absence of the Director and Associate Director in the 2nd and 3rd shifts of the workday as well as every other weekend. (10-month contract)
Minimum Education	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by date of first pay period.
Minimum Experience	6 months of experience working with students or youth of any age; or experience as a volunteer, working with, or helping others in a school, in-home, or any other setting.
Minimum Other	Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy; must be 21 years of age.
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education	Bachelor’s degree in a field related to student affairs/development OR master’s degree from an accredited institution by date of first pay period.
Preferred Experience	Supervisory experience; experience with gifted high school students; professional experience in a residential school setting; student affairs experience; event planning experience; educational programming experience; experience working with diverse populations.
Preferred Other	Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check.
Position Title(s) Supervised	Student Life Counselors, Students.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University	Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department	Indiana Academy:800140
Department Information	This is a 10-month, full-time, live-in position that is renewable annually upon good review. We only house the employee and cannot house any spouse, significant others, children, dependents, and/or pets. A valid driver’s license for at least three years is required and the successful candidate must be insurable under the Ball State Fleet insurance policy. $1000 stipend per semester for meals. We provide a furnished apartment; there is no commute. Housing costs (heating/cooling, internet, utilities, repairs, etc.) are covered. Each apartment includes a private bathroom and bedroom space. Additionally, the apartment has a living room/office space that is shared when on duty but functions as a private living room when off duty. Full university benefits including health insurance, retirement, and tuition remission are offered/included. There is no meal plan included with this position, though meals are provided during the two weeks of initial training. Because this position involves working with minors, the successful candidate must pass a background check and complete additional training.
Department Email or Phone Number	[email protected]

Duties & Responsibilities

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1

Job Duty

Willingness and commitment to work with the Academy’s high school students and staff regarding the following areas: be a positive role model and example to others; protection and safety of all residents of the building; address conflict resolutions; addressing all behavior concerns and problems; counseling and referrals, encourage participation in community activities and events; supervise activities and special events; communicate maintenance needs to the Administrative Coordinator or the Associate Director of Residential and Student Affairs; work with, assist, and help support other areas of the school like Academic Affairs, Student Health Care and Mental Health and Support services.

Ranking	2
Job Duty	Foster relationships with students on various floors of the Academy within the first semester.

Ranking	3
Job Duty	Assess and provide feedback to students regarding residence life skills.

Ranking	4
Job Duty	Provide supervision of students and staff and effectively confront and re-direct behaviors that are contradictory to the mission and goals of the Indiana Academy with confidence and consistency.

Ranking	5
Job Duty	Provide input regarding roommate assignments; be aware of all room and roommate changes in coordination with the SLC’s and the Administration Coordinator in consultation with the Associate Director. Support the SLC’s in roommate conflicts and resolution.

Ranking	6
Job Duty	Provide support and participate in the orientation, retention, training and development efforts of students and staff. Work with Associate Director if Residential and Student Affairs to hire, train, supervise, and schedule Ball State undergraduate student workers for front desk staffing needs.

Ranking	7
Job Duty	Communicate regularly and be an effective resource to students, parents, teachers, and other professional staff and keep all documentation up to date and professional.

Ranking	8
Job Duty	Provide programming for the residence hall; responsible for 10 programs/activities pers semester; co-coordinate and advise weekend activities and special events, including but not limited to Academy Awards Banquet, All Hall Weekend and Prom in conjunction with fellow Team Leader, the Associate Director and SLCs; support Peer Assistants in planning and implementing program for individual floors.

Ranking	9
Job Duty	Manage the reservation of facilities, complete various desk duties, rounds, check-ins and curfew as part of daily residential operations.

Ranking	10
Job Duty	Enforce all Academy regulations and policies.

Ranking	11
Job Duty	Hold monthly meetings with team to organize team programming. Hold team members accountable for monthly and weekend programming.

Ranking	12
Job Duty	Work cooperatively with floor co-professionals and fellow team leader.

Ranking	13
Job Duty	Observe on-duty hours, including weekdays, weekends, and opening and closing the hall on specified times; perform duties as assigned and scheduled by the Associate Director of Residential and Student Affairs and the Director of Residential and Student Affairs; transport students in case of emergency, athletic practices, and general transportation needs as required.

Ranking	14
Job Duty	Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401521P
Number of Vacancies	2
Desired Start Date	08/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	03/28/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date	04/18/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary	In the Inclusive Excellence Statement document, describe your vision for inclusive excellence, or diversity, equity, and inclusion in 1-2 pages. Include how your past experiences have shaped your vision and how it shapes your approach to the role Student Life Counselor.
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’