Resident Director at UC Davis & UC Davis Health
Wayne State University, Davis, CA, United States
Resident Director (RD) Position
The Resident Director (RD) position is a live‑in, one‑year contract role with the option of four additional one‑year extensions. The position focuses on student development, student staff supervision, training, community connections, and program management.
The RD engages with a diverse resident cohort that may include first‑year undergraduates, transfers, re‑entry students, couples, children, and extended family members. Working as part of a 3–4 person team, the RD collaborates to manage an area housing approximately 1,500–3,500 residents, supports basic needs, cultivates healthy and respectful community environments, promotes student success, and mediates conflicts.
Key responsibilities include recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff; planning, implementing, and assessing programs; navigating difficult situations and making appropriate referrals; and fostering an inclusive multicultural residential environment. The RD also serves on departmental committees in evolving capacities.
Apply By Date April 3, 2026 at 11:59pm
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, communication, sociology, or a related field (or equivalent experience/training).
Experience working with student transition issues in a university housing setting or similar higher‑education environment.
Supervisory experience in recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff; experience in planning, implementing, and assessing programs.
Experience confronting diverse difficult situations and making appropriate referrals for counseling or disciplinary action.
Experience supporting students within diverse communities.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills for correspondence, group facilitation, training sessions, and public speaking.
Proficiency with technology and managing software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Google Drive, budgeting tools, programming, and counseling databases.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student personnel, higher‑education administration, educational leadership, or counseling.
Experience providing equity and inclusion training and development.
Initiative to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to efficiently collect, analyze, and synthesize information.
Knowledge of assessment techniques to gauge student and staff needs and interests.
Key Responsibilities
40% - Student Supervision and Training
30% - Management & Administration
30% - Student Development
Department Overview Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self‑supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students, including those with families, living in on‑campus residential facilities. SHDS also offers residential, retail, and catering dining services for the campus community and provides student support and conference housing services to the broader community. SHDS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming students, staff, faculty, and guests from all backgrounds.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range:
$56,000/yr. – $99,400/yr.
Salary Frequency:
Annual
Salary Grade:
STEPS
UC Job Title:
STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 SV
UC Job Code:
005152
Number of Positions:
10
Appointment Type:
Staff: Contract
Percentage of Time:
100%
Shift (Work Schedule):
Manager will advise
Location:
Davis, CA
Union Representation:
SV
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
On‑site:
100%
Benefits
Medical plans to fit family needs; UC pays for Dental and Vision premiums.
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy, Parental, and Family & Medical Leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time per UC policy.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, and supplemental insurance options.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
Retirement benefit options, including Pension and other retirement savings plans.
Special Requirements
This critical position requires a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
The role is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, with added compliance training.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determined misconduct, or any ongoing or past administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we are committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We value growth, shared purpose, and diverse perspectives. As you consider joining UC Davis, explore our Principles of Community, Clinical Strategic Plan, and strategic vision for research and education.
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination .
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The RD engages with a diverse resident cohort that may include first‑year undergraduates, transfers, re‑entry students, couples, children, and extended family members. Working as part of a 3–4 person team, the RD collaborates to manage an area housing approximately 1,500–3,500 residents, supports basic needs, cultivates healthy and respectful community environments, promotes student success, and mediates conflicts.
Key responsibilities include recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff; planning, implementing, and assessing programs; navigating difficult situations and making appropriate referrals; and fostering an inclusive multicultural residential environment. The RD also serves on departmental committees in evolving capacities.
Apply By Date April 3, 2026 at 11:59pm
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, communication, sociology, or a related field (or equivalent experience/training).
Experience working with student transition issues in a university housing setting or similar higher‑education environment.
Supervisory experience in recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff; experience in planning, implementing, and assessing programs.
Experience confronting diverse difficult situations and making appropriate referrals for counseling or disciplinary action.
Experience supporting students within diverse communities.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills for correspondence, group facilitation, training sessions, and public speaking.
Proficiency with technology and managing software such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Google Drive, budgeting tools, programming, and counseling databases.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student personnel, higher‑education administration, educational leadership, or counseling.
Experience providing equity and inclusion training and development.
Initiative to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to efficiently collect, analyze, and synthesize information.
Knowledge of assessment techniques to gauge student and staff needs and interests.
Key Responsibilities
40% - Student Supervision and Training
30% - Management & Administration
30% - Student Development
Department Overview Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS) is a self‑supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students, including those with families, living in on‑campus residential facilities. SHDS also offers residential, retail, and catering dining services for the campus community and provides student support and conference housing services to the broader community. SHDS is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming students, staff, faculty, and guests from all backgrounds.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range:
$56,000/yr. – $99,400/yr.
Salary Frequency:
Annual
Salary Grade:
STEPS
UC Job Title:
STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 SV
UC Job Code:
005152
Number of Positions:
10
Appointment Type:
Staff: Contract
Percentage of Time:
100%
Shift (Work Schedule):
Manager will advise
Location:
Davis, CA
Union Representation:
SV
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
On‑site:
100%
Benefits
Medical plans to fit family needs; UC pays for Dental and Vision premiums.
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy, Parental, and Family & Medical Leave.
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time per UC policy.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, and supplemental insurance options.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
Retirement benefit options, including Pension and other retirement savings plans.
Special Requirements
This critical position requires a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
The role is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, with added compliance training.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determined misconduct, or any ongoing or past administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging At UC Davis, we are committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We value growth, shared purpose, and diverse perspectives. As you consider joining UC Davis, explore our Principles of Community, Clinical Strategic Plan, and strategic vision for research and education.
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination .
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