New River Community College
Residential Education Director
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on February 17, 2026.
Position Details The Residential Education Director is a full‑time, 10.5‑month, live‑in professional appointment overseeing the management of a residence hall community of 145–600 residents. Depending on hall assignment, the role includes, but is not limited to:
Supervision of paraprofessional staff
Administration of special programs (academic initiatives, theme and living‑learning community hall programming, Honors programs, etc.)
Adjudicating housing policy/contract violations
Personal counseling
Programming
Budget development and management
Community development
Hall government advising
Crisis management and conflict resolution
Committee work
Collateral assignments within Student Affairs
Emergency on‑call responsibilities
This is a full‑time (100% FTE), temporary position that is overtime exempt and expected to end in June 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or additional funding.
Salary and Benefits Monthly Salary: $4,613.82, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus a $250 monthly on‑call stipend and a $1,523 monthly perquisite allowance for room and board. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation; optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two (2) academic years of relevant residence hall leadership, paraprofessional or group living experience, and demonstrated experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
A Master’s degree in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Willing and able to keep regular hours and work some evenings and weekends.
Willing and able to live in the assigned residence hall and respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
Must be certified or be able to complete Red Cross First‑Aid and CPR certification within 1 month of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree completed or in progress in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field.
Professional or graduate assistantship experience in Housing & Residence Life or Student Affairs.
Demonstrated ability in supervision and leading a team.
Ability to work with students and administrators in a broad range of situations for the interest and welfare of students.
Communication skills when working with a team and colleagues across campus.
Experience in mediation and conflict resolution, and working collaboratively with students and administrators in diverse situations.
Administrative and organizational skills, specifically in the operation of a living facility, including meeting deadlines, budgets, and occupancy.
Commitment to advocating for access and opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of student development and academic success.
Ability to respond in crisis situations and serve on‑call for a building or campus community.
Position Sponsorship Eligibility Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
About the Department Housing and Residence Life – Student Affairs, Pullman Campus. For more information, visit
https://housing.wsu.edu .
Application Instructions Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application:
Resume
Cover Letter
External candidates: upload all documents in the "Application Document" section.
Current WSU Employees: upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section.
Documents may be submitted as one or separate files, preferably as PDF.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check This position requires a background check because it involves access to children or vulnerable adults, interaction with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, and unsupervised access to university buildings. The background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Notice of Non‑Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights. More information is available at
https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/ .
Equal Opportunity Employer Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
Apply To apply, visit
https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Pullman-WA/Residential-Education-Director_R-14474-1 .
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Position Details The Residential Education Director is a full‑time, 10.5‑month, live‑in professional appointment overseeing the management of a residence hall community of 145–600 residents. Depending on hall assignment, the role includes, but is not limited to:
Supervision of paraprofessional staff
Administration of special programs (academic initiatives, theme and living‑learning community hall programming, Honors programs, etc.)
Adjudicating housing policy/contract violations
Personal counseling
Programming
Budget development and management
Community development
Hall government advising
Crisis management and conflict resolution
Committee work
Collateral assignments within Student Affairs
Emergency on‑call responsibilities
This is a full‑time (100% FTE), temporary position that is overtime exempt and expected to end in June 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or additional funding.
Salary and Benefits Monthly Salary: $4,613.82, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus a $250 monthly on‑call stipend and a $1,523 monthly perquisite allowance for room and board. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation; optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two (2) academic years of relevant residence hall leadership, paraprofessional or group living experience, and demonstrated experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
A Master’s degree in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
Willing and able to keep regular hours and work some evenings and weekends.
Willing and able to live in the assigned residence hall and respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
Must be certified or be able to complete Red Cross First‑Aid and CPR certification within 1 month of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree completed or in progress in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field.
Professional or graduate assistantship experience in Housing & Residence Life or Student Affairs.
Demonstrated ability in supervision and leading a team.
Ability to work with students and administrators in a broad range of situations for the interest and welfare of students.
Communication skills when working with a team and colleagues across campus.
Experience in mediation and conflict resolution, and working collaboratively with students and administrators in diverse situations.
Administrative and organizational skills, specifically in the operation of a living facility, including meeting deadlines, budgets, and occupancy.
Commitment to advocating for access and opportunity for students from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of student development and academic success.
Ability to respond in crisis situations and serve on‑call for a building or campus community.
Position Sponsorship Eligibility Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
About the Department Housing and Residence Life – Student Affairs, Pullman Campus. For more information, visit
https://housing.wsu.edu .
Application Instructions Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application:
Resume
Cover Letter
External candidates: upload all documents in the "Application Document" section.
Current WSU Employees: upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section.
Documents may be submitted as one or separate files, preferably as PDF.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check This position requires a background check because it involves access to children or vulnerable adults, interaction with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, and unsupervised access to university buildings. The background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Notice of Non‑Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights. More information is available at
https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/ .
Equal Opportunity Employer Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.
Apply To apply, visit
https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Pullman-WA/Residential-Education-Director_R-14474-1 .
#J-18808-Ljbffr