Residence Hall Director
Missouri State University
Posting Details Position Information Position Title Residence Hall Director Work Location Springfield Campus Department Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services HR Home Department 086020 RESIDENCE LIFE HOUSING & DINING SVC Pay Grade 42 Proposed Salary $43,888 annually Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Appointment Type Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General Function
The Residence Hall Director is the primary live-in administrator of a residence hall, responsible for all management functions necessary to provide students with a community in which they can live and learn comfortably and effectively. This includes supervision of full-time and student staff members, overseeing operation of a 24-hour desk and mail distribution, serving in an on-call rotation, assisting with students’ growth and development in regard to decision making and conduct, and supporting campus and departmental initiatives and committees. The Residence Hall Director promotes an atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth, reflecting the mission and philosophy of the Department of Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services and the University.
Description of Primary Duties
The Residence Hall Director is the primary live-in administrator of a residence hall, responsible for all management functions necessary to provide students with a community in which they can live and learn comfortably and effectively. This includes supervision of full-time and student staff members, overseeing operation of a 24-hour desk and mail distribution, serving in an on-call rotation, assisting with students’ growth and development in regard to decision making and conduct, and supporting campus and departmental initiatives and committees.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Education: A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Administration, Counseling, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: Supervision experience is required. Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft programs or Office 365 or equivalent is required. Experience working in a diverse environment and/or with individuals from diverse backgrounds is required. Service in a student leadership capacity, with experience in hall government and/or peer judicial systems is preferred. Experience planning programs and hearing conduct cases is preferred.
Skills: A demonstrated ability to supervise employees, counsel individuals on a one-on-one basis regarding a variety of issues and establish positive working relationships with individuals of varying backgrounds is required. The ability to organize activities and information to meet specific established goals is required. A demonstrated ability to perform in a problem-solving capacity such as the evaluation of crisis and emergency situations is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. The ability to effectively organize an office, front desk, and mail operation to serve the needs of student residents is preferred. The ability to design and implement educational and social programs for residence life audience is preferred. The ability to monitor the daily physical condition and needs of the housing facility is preferred. The ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative is preferred.
Effort: Must be mobile to the extent that response to emergency and assistance calls is prompt and area coverage rounds can be completed in a reasonable time period. The ability to visually inspect the physical facility for cleanliness and maintenance needs is required. Employees in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees and must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather.
#LI-CP1 Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/7010.htm Open Date 07/22/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
First date of consideration is August 12, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240187FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/76240 Supplemental Questions
The Residence Hall Director is the primary live-in administrator of a residence hall, responsible for all management functions necessary to provide students with a community in which they can live and learn comfortably and effectively. This includes supervision of full-time and student staff members, overseeing operation of a 24-hour desk and mail distribution, serving in an on-call rotation, assisting with students’ growth and development in regard to decision making and conduct, and supporting campus and departmental initiatives and committees. The Residence Hall Director promotes an atmosphere conducive to academic and personal growth, reflecting the mission and philosophy of the Department of Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services and the University.
Description of Primary Duties
The Residence Hall Director is the primary live-in administrator of a residence hall, responsible for all management functions necessary to provide students with a community in which they can live and learn comfortably and effectively. This includes supervision of full-time and student staff members, overseeing operation of a 24-hour desk and mail distribution, serving in an on-call rotation, assisting with students’ growth and development in regard to decision making and conduct, and supporting campus and departmental initiatives and committees.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Education: A bachelor’s degree is required. A master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Administration, Counseling, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: Supervision experience is required. Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft programs or Office 365 or equivalent is required. Experience working in a diverse environment and/or with individuals from diverse backgrounds is required. Service in a student leadership capacity, with experience in hall government and/or peer judicial systems is preferred. Experience planning programs and hearing conduct cases is preferred.
Skills: A demonstrated ability to supervise employees, counsel individuals on a one-on-one basis regarding a variety of issues and establish positive working relationships with individuals of varying backgrounds is required. The ability to organize activities and information to meet specific established goals is required. A demonstrated ability to perform in a problem-solving capacity such as the evaluation of crisis and emergency situations is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. The ability to effectively organize an office, front desk, and mail operation to serve the needs of student residents is preferred. The ability to design and implement educational and social programs for residence life audience is preferred. The ability to monitor the daily physical condition and needs of the housing facility is preferred. The ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative is preferred.
Effort: Must be mobile to the extent that response to emergency and assistance calls is prompt and area coverage rounds can be completed in a reasonable time period. The ability to visually inspect the physical facility for cleanliness and maintenance needs is required. Employees in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees and must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather.
#LI-CP1 Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/7010.htm Open Date 07/22/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
First date of consideration is August 12, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240187FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/76240 Supplemental Questions
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