Associate Director Housing & Residence Life
Inside Higher Ed, Frankfort, KY, United States
TITLE:
Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life DEPARTMENT:
Student Engagement REPORTS TO:
Director of Student Wellness and Safety CLASSIFICATION:
Staff-12 months EFFECTIVE DATE:
TBD STANDARD WORK HOURS:
37.5 hours per week EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full-Time EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Exempt
Job Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Student Wellness and Safety, the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life will ensure a seamless student experience and address the needs of both undergraduate and graduate resident students as part of the Kentucky State University community. The role utilizes data-informed analyses and develops partnerships with key departments to design and implement a strategic residential and student life master plan and budgeting model. The Associate Director will work with Academic Affairs to create vibrant, co‑curricular programs and living‑learning communities throughout the residential facilities, lead professional staff recruitment, selection, training and development initiatives, and oversee department efforts with multiple division-supported software applications (i.e. ERez, SharePoint). Coordinating and strategically developing student‑centered programs and services will promote spirit and pride within the campus community and enhance student success by connecting students to civic engagement experiences.
Essential Job Functions
Overall responsibility for coordination and delivery of a housing program for on-campus students residing in the residence halls.
Evaluate, assess, and project college housing occupancy and retention trends.
Establish and implement processes and procedures related to housing applications, contracts, waivers, and cancellation procedures for residence halls and apartments.
Establish long‑range planning goals in collaboration with other college departments.
Provide fiscal management for departmental budgets.
Manage the housing software ERez, including staff training and continuous improvement such as reporting and user satisfaction.
Oversee room and meal plan assignment and billing processes in compliance with policies and procedures of the Kentucky State University System, the State of Kentucky, and the Federal Government.
Direct responsibility for the selection, supervision, and training of Residence Life staff.
Coordinate delivery of programs and services for the development of resident students with the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life and the Associate Director of Residence Life.
Work with the Conduct Specialist to oversee the conduct process for on‑campus students in compliance with Kentucky State University rules and regulations.
Administer the discipline process with the Director of Student Wellness and Safety; serve as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT).
Serve on‑call outside of regular business hours, including weekends and holidays.
Collaborate with Kentucky State University Security staff, the Frankfort Police Department, and the Director of Student Wellness and Safety to provide safety for on‑campus students and security of campus housing facilities.
Collaborate with the IT Department to manage door access software, hardware, and associated equipment.
Collaborate with the Conferencing Office, Athletic Department, and Maintenance Departments to coordinate housing for conferences or summer camp participants.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and team management skills with the ability to engage others through a shared process while serving as a primary decision maker.
Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive student body, faculty, and staff.
Strong project and program management and evaluation skills.
Demonstrated strong public speaking and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Strong technology skills, including proficiency in web‑based software systems.
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervise the Housing Coordinator.
Supervise Resident Directors.
Supervise Residential Assistants.
Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Master's degree in higher education, student affairs administration, college student personnel/counseling, or equivalent.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible student affairs management in a university environment with experience in housing/residential life, leadership development, and student activities and programming.
Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of student development theory, program development, management, and leadership education, staff training/development, and student advisement.
Proven experience in student crisis management and emergency response.
Licensing and Certifications NA
Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Limited physical effort is required.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
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Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life DEPARTMENT:
Student Engagement REPORTS TO:
Director of Student Wellness and Safety CLASSIFICATION:
Staff-12 months EFFECTIVE DATE:
TBD STANDARD WORK HOURS:
37.5 hours per week EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full-Time EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Exempt
Job Summary Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Student Wellness and Safety, the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life will ensure a seamless student experience and address the needs of both undergraduate and graduate resident students as part of the Kentucky State University community. The role utilizes data-informed analyses and develops partnerships with key departments to design and implement a strategic residential and student life master plan and budgeting model. The Associate Director will work with Academic Affairs to create vibrant, co‑curricular programs and living‑learning communities throughout the residential facilities, lead professional staff recruitment, selection, training and development initiatives, and oversee department efforts with multiple division-supported software applications (i.e. ERez, SharePoint). Coordinating and strategically developing student‑centered programs and services will promote spirit and pride within the campus community and enhance student success by connecting students to civic engagement experiences.
Essential Job Functions
Overall responsibility for coordination and delivery of a housing program for on-campus students residing in the residence halls.
Evaluate, assess, and project college housing occupancy and retention trends.
Establish and implement processes and procedures related to housing applications, contracts, waivers, and cancellation procedures for residence halls and apartments.
Establish long‑range planning goals in collaboration with other college departments.
Provide fiscal management for departmental budgets.
Manage the housing software ERez, including staff training and continuous improvement such as reporting and user satisfaction.
Oversee room and meal plan assignment and billing processes in compliance with policies and procedures of the Kentucky State University System, the State of Kentucky, and the Federal Government.
Direct responsibility for the selection, supervision, and training of Residence Life staff.
Coordinate delivery of programs and services for the development of resident students with the Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life and the Associate Director of Residence Life.
Work with the Conduct Specialist to oversee the conduct process for on‑campus students in compliance with Kentucky State University rules and regulations.
Administer the discipline process with the Director of Student Wellness and Safety; serve as a member of the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT).
Serve on‑call outside of regular business hours, including weekends and holidays.
Collaborate with Kentucky State University Security staff, the Frankfort Police Department, and the Director of Student Wellness and Safety to provide safety for on‑campus students and security of campus housing facilities.
Collaborate with the IT Department to manage door access software, hardware, and associated equipment.
Collaborate with the Conferencing Office, Athletic Department, and Maintenance Departments to coordinate housing for conferences or summer camp participants.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and team management skills with the ability to engage others through a shared process while serving as a primary decision maker.
Demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive student body, faculty, and staff.
Strong project and program management and evaluation skills.
Demonstrated strong public speaking and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Strong technology skills, including proficiency in web‑based software systems.
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervise the Housing Coordinator.
Supervise Resident Directors.
Supervise Residential Assistants.
Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Master's degree in higher education, student affairs administration, college student personnel/counseling, or equivalent.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible student affairs management in a university environment with experience in housing/residential life, leadership development, and student activities and programming.
Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of student development theory, program development, management, and leadership education, staff training/development, and student advisement.
Proven experience in student crisis management and emergency response.
Licensing and Certifications NA
Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Limited physical effort is required.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.
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