Residence Life Associate Director
University of Wisconsin Colleges, La Crosse, WI, United States
The Associate Director of Residence Life for Staffing, Training and Development is a member of the Management Team within Residence Life, reporting to the Director of Residence Life. In addition to primary job responsibilities, Associate Directors provide overall leadership, coordination, collaboration and direction for all Residence Life initiatives, services, and operations.
Associate Directors contribute to the vision, mission and guiding principles through participation in strategic planning, department goal setting, and determining priorities.
Associate Directors also have shared responsibility for the support and development of all full-time staff within the department.
* Assist the Director as liaison from Residence Life to campus or external stakeholder groups.* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with campus partners.* Provide oversight and assist in decision making for the departmental budget and spending procedures.* Collaborate with Management Team in making strategic decisions for each area within Residence Life.* Represent Residence Life in events hosted by campus partners, such as Student Affairs, Admissions, Athletics, and International Education and Engagement.* Commit to ongoing developmental opportunities to stay informed of best practices, initiatives, and meeting the needs of our residential student populations.* Serve as the first response support for campus emergencies involving residence hall students and/or facilities.* Plan, implement, and evaluate residence hall opening, closing, and break procedures.* Create, update, and maintain accurate policies and procedures in collaboration with Management Team and campus partners.Work with professional live-in staff regarding their primary job responsibilities which includes: Student Staff Supervision and Development, Community and Educational Development, Residence Hall Management (facilities, front desk coordination, occupancy), Student Conduct and Well-being, Leadership Development and AdvisingMinimum of 3 years post Masters full time experience in Residence Life- Excellent written communication skills- Ability to work independently and in a team or group setting* Five (5) years or more of progressive responsibilities in full-time experiences* Experience supervising graduate or full-time staff* Excellent oral communication and ability to train others* Demonstrated collaboration with campus partnerships* Attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task* Ability to effectively manage stressful situations such as responding to urgent or emergency situations**Application deadlines**
**TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.** Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
**Confidentiality of Applicant Materials**
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
**CBC & Reference Check Policy**
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate Directors contribute to the vision, mission and guiding principles through participation in strategic planning, department goal setting, and determining priorities.
Associate Directors also have shared responsibility for the support and development of all full-time staff within the department.
* Assist the Director as liaison from Residence Life to campus or external stakeholder groups.* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with campus partners.* Provide oversight and assist in decision making for the departmental budget and spending procedures.* Collaborate with Management Team in making strategic decisions for each area within Residence Life.* Represent Residence Life in events hosted by campus partners, such as Student Affairs, Admissions, Athletics, and International Education and Engagement.* Commit to ongoing developmental opportunities to stay informed of best practices, initiatives, and meeting the needs of our residential student populations.* Serve as the first response support for campus emergencies involving residence hall students and/or facilities.* Plan, implement, and evaluate residence hall opening, closing, and break procedures.* Create, update, and maintain accurate policies and procedures in collaboration with Management Team and campus partners.Work with professional live-in staff regarding their primary job responsibilities which includes: Student Staff Supervision and Development, Community and Educational Development, Residence Hall Management (facilities, front desk coordination, occupancy), Student Conduct and Well-being, Leadership Development and AdvisingMinimum of 3 years post Masters full time experience in Residence Life- Excellent written communication skills- Ability to work independently and in a team or group setting* Five (5) years or more of progressive responsibilities in full-time experiences* Experience supervising graduate or full-time staff* Excellent oral communication and ability to train others* Demonstrated collaboration with campus partnerships* Attention to detail with strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task* Ability to effectively manage stressful situations such as responding to urgent or emergency situations**Application deadlines**
**TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.** Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
**Confidentiality of Applicant Materials**
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
**CBC & Reference Check Policy**
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr