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The University of Texas at El Paso

Senior Coordinator- Residence Life

The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Texas, us, 88568

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Position Information

Hiring Department:

Housing and Residence Life Reports To:

Natalie Juarez Job Location:

Miner Canyon Posting End Date:

Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Hours:

40 hours per week, standard Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends FLSA status:

Exempt Earliest Start Date:

As soon as possible Salary:

$46,550 annually, commensurate with experience Required Application Materials Resume Cover Letter List of three references Position Summary

Provides overall management and leadership in residential communities. Principal responsibilities include staff supervision and development, residential education, community development, crisis management, administration and building management, student discipline, hall council advising, summer operations, and other department/university-wide responsibilities. Serves as the primary professional staff member available in student housing for student contact, thus, must be available to students in the evening and weekend as required. Statement Of Duties And Responsibilities

Staff Supervision and Development

Provides leadership, supervision, and development for the Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants Direct supervision for 8-12 student staff Selects, trains, and supervises student staff members Assists in the development and implementation of departmental training sessions prior to each semester Provides for each Resident Assistant, Desk Assistant personal and para-professional development through periodic performance reviews Facilitates ongoing team building and staff development opportunities Assists in the development of techniques for evaluating the Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants Residential Education

Responsible for creating an environment that fosters living and learning for all on-campus housing Conducts formal and informal assessments to determine the needs of residents Provides leadership for themed housing programs that are offered on campus Responds to and counsels students on academic and social issues that arise Provide opportunities for students and staff to learn from the UTEP Edge program Community Development

Responsible for fostering a sense of community in on-campus housing Works with the Resident Assistant and Desk Assistants in the development of activities designed to develop connections between residents Uses creative and innovative methods to personally connect to residents Provides guidance and referral assistance to campus and community resources to individual students as deemed necessary Provides training for Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants on campus and community resources so that they can provide guidance to students Response to roommate conflicts and other resident concerns Identifies at-risk students through personal and staff interactions Counsels at-risk students about campus resources and/or refer the student to appropriate campus departments or community agencies Crisis Management

Responsible for the management and referral of incidents that occur in designated building(s) Participates in on-call duty rotation to provide support to the residential population Works closely with the Division of Student Affairs, Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, University Counseling Center, University Police Department, and other campus/local resources Develops and maintains awareness of campus and community resources Administration and Building Management

Responsible for day-to-day administrative oversight within designated area Provide hands-on leadership during move-in and move-out times Participates in regular building tours for prospective students Conduct regular weekly walk-through of designated area Coordinate the monthly Health and Safety inspections within designated area Coordinate the program budgets for the staff and area accounts Manage the occupancy and assignment procedures and records along with the Assistant Director of Operations Coordinate damage accountability and billing process Ensure proper management of keys (student room, common area, and staff/office keys) Build relationships with housekeeping, maintenance, and other departments to ensure the physical environment is maintained at optimum levels Responsible for one of the following department-wide initiatives Student Staff Selection Student Staff Training Engagement Development Student Conduct

Responsible for the student conduct process in designated area Manages student conduct cases utilizing procedures outlined by the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution Works closely with the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution to adjudicate student conduct cases as detailed in the Handbook of Operating Procedures and regents Rules and Regulations Develops proactive solutions to address student conduct issues Hall Council Advising

Responsible for the development of strong student leadership opportunities within the department Establishes strong partnerships with Student Government Association Recruits and actively supports the formation of hall council(s) Promotes hall council as they work to accomplish their goals Facilitates individual and team development opportunities for student leaders Summer Operations

Responsible for summer collateral assignments Summer Student Housing Summer Intern Housing Camps and Conferences Housing Assists the Department and Division with New Student Orientation program Ensures the completion of the summer turn process in preparation of the fall semester Department/University-Wide Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting with a variety of departmental and/or campus-wide committees and projects Serves on multiple department or division committees Participates in summer orientation and related activities May teach or assist with the UNIV 1301 Living Learning class Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems. Complies with all State and University policies. Other duties may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor’s Degree and Experience:

Three-year professional experience in an on-campus, residence life department or campus housing department. Prior experience and supervision of student staff required. This position requires full-time, live-in residency at the designated Residence Life location, with the employee expected to maintain their primary residence on-site for the duration of employment. Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree Why Pick UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America. This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature. About The Housing And Residence Life

The UTEP Division of Student Affairs supports students in and out of the classroom, with programs and services to help with transition to college, paying for school, mental health and well-being, and engagement in campus life. Housing and Residence Life provides apartment-style residence halls with multiple floor plans and community spaces. All residence halls are co-ed and ADA compliant rooms are available. Students living on campus tend to graduate on time and perform well academically. Additional Information Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. The primary accountabilities describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be exhaustive. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks will be documented in performance objectives by the supervisor. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license may be required. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met. Reasonable accommodations may be made. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator. For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP\'s Equal Opportunity Office.

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