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Residence Director

Inside Higher Ed, Murray, KY, United States


Murray State University is located in West Kentucky and offers a low cost of living, a four‑season climate, and a friendly, small‑town atmosphere with shops, restaurants, and outdoor recreation such as Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes. Murray is a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis.

Posting Number 20260037NE

Job Title Residence Director

Number Of Vacancies 3

Work Location Murray, KY

Employment Term 12 Months

Position Type Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department Residence Life

Type Of Employment Regular Part-Time

If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week 32 hours per week

Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities

Train, supervise, evaluate, and provide support to a staff of Resident Advisors and Desk Supervisors in accordance with departmental guidelines.

Responsible for management of the residence hall(s), including programming, student support and engagement, disciplines, facilities, and occupancy management.

Oversee a 24/7 desk operation and mailroom in the residence hall.

Serve as the primary judicial officer for student conduct in the residence halls.

Serve as a member of the on-call rotation for all campus‑housing facilities, and as the primary on-call staff member for a designated residence hall, throughout the academic year and including after hours and during breaks.

Provide crisis support management in collaboration with campus resources.

Serve as the liaison between the RA staff and the Residential College Council, and work with the College Head as appropriate.

Participate in Residence Life and Housing committees as appropriate.

Supervision of Resident Advisors; Desk Supervisor; Day and Night Desk Staff.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements

Must be enrolled in a Murray State Graduate program prior to the start date.

Prior experience in housing and/or residence life.

Posting Date 12/18/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Hourly Rate/Annual Salary $13.64 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)

Work Hours

Live-in position working in a residence hall. Working 32 hours per week with additional requirements according to departmental need (residence hall opening, closing, training, etc.). Serves as a member of the on-call response team rotation for all housing buildings, one regularly scheduled weekday per week and 2 to 3 weekends per month. Also serves in the on-call rotation during breaks, holidays, summers.

Physical Demands

Some lifting, climbing stairs and walking to do rounds.

Equal Opportunity Employment Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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