Assistant Director, Residential Education - Residential Life

Position Summary
The Assistant Director for Residential Education is a senior member of the leadership team responsible for supervision of up to five full-time Residential Community Directors, day to day operations of several residential colleges, crisis management, programming and budget oversight. Additionally, this position will manage, in collaboration with the residential education staff, departmental committees focused on professional staff training and development. This position collaborates with various departmental offices, including partners within the Division of Student Affairs, Auxiliary Services and Academic Affairs.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Train, supervise and evaluate up to five Residential Community Directors and indirectly supervise student undergraduate and graduate staff. ​

Provide leadership and support for a living environment of over 1600 residents living in Residential Communities.

• In partnership with the RCDs, collaborate with Faculty Fellows, Faculty Associates and student staff to promote the blended living/learning environment for the residential communities.
• Provide resources and support for activities and programs in the residential communities.

Maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and campus partners.

• Interpret, communicate, and implement University policies and procedures. Administer residential student conduct system and educational sanctions.
• Provide crisis intervention, counseling and conflict resolution for residents with personal and/or interpersonal issues.
• Serve on after-hours on-call duty rotation responding to crisis situations including mental health issues, alcohol and other drug-related emergencies, roommate conflicts and other behavioral issues.

Provide oversight for one to three Residential Education committees as determined by the Residential Life leadership. Assist with oversight of various departmental initiatives, programs and processes, including but not limited to professional staff training, recruitment, assessment and campus partnerships.

Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, helping to develop and manage policies and procedures for the Office of Residential Life. Actively participate as a member of the Residential Education Team, attending all meetings, retreats, and appropriate sessions. These would include but are not limited to weekly Res Ed meetings, weekly senior leadership team meetings, RCD Training, and RCD Orientation.

Serve on various residential life and student affairs committees and initiatives in order to maintain a strong connection to the University community and to ensure a broad array of programs. Coordinate collaborative efforts with campus organizations and other University constituents.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (required), preferably in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student Affairs, or Human Services field.
• Three years of post-Master work experience within residence life.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to work effectively with staff and students.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise superior judgment and discretion, as well as maintain integrity and confidentiality; proven ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years professional experience in higher education or similar field.
• Some positions may require a master’s degree.

Grade
G11

Salary Range
$52,000.00 - $88,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.