Residential Director

Job Title:

Residential Director

Location:

Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.

Job Summary

The Residential Director is a live-in professional who oversees a residential community, fostering a positive living and learning environment for students. This role combines community development, staff supervision, and administrative responsibilities. They are responsible for creating inclusive communities, addressing student needs, managing hall operations, and responding to emergencies.

Responsibilities Community Development:

• Creating a positive and inclusive living environment that supports academic success and personal growth.
• Fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging positive relationships among residents.
• Organizing and implementing social, educational, and recreational programs.

• Supervising and mentoring Resident Assistants (RAs), Graduate Assistants (GA), and Desk Assistants (DA).
• Providing training, guidance, and support to staff.
• Meet bi-weekly with staff to assess hall environments, student concerns and behaviors, community trends, and programs.
• Provide goal setting, mid-year evaluation, and year-end evaluation for hall staff.

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the residence hall, including occupancy, maintenance, and key control.
• Maintaining accurate records and reports related to occupancy, conduct, and facilities.
• Assist with housing operations such as room/apartment inspection forms and room changes.
• Report facility concerns.
• Manage residence hall openings and closings at the beginning and end of each semester.

• Being available to students as a resource for personal, academic, and social concerns.
• Providing counseling and support, and making referrals when necessary.
• Addressing disciplinary issues and enforcing university policies.

• Responding to and managing emergency situations within the residence hall.
• Sever in the Residential Directors on-call duty rotation.
• Advise or assist RAs in responding to concerning incidents or potential policy violations in and around the residence halls/apartments.
• Working with other university departments, such as public safety and counseling services, to resolve crises.

• Collaborating with other university departments, including student affairs, academic affairs, and facilities management.
• Serving on committees and participating in departmental initiatives.

• Participating in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Staying current with best practices and trends in residential life.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree.

Required Experience
2 years of experience in residence life, student affairs, or related field.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted.
1 year of supervisory experience.
1 year of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Access, Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree.

Preferred Experience

Experience with Maxient, Star Rez and Banner database systems.
Experience in Residence Hall supervision.

Proposed Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Attach Cover letter.

Resume.

Transcripts.

A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Ability to work effectively with various populations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage conflict and mediate disputes.
Ability to respond to crisis situations and make sound judgments.
Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentially.

SKILLS
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.

Contact Information

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