Area Coordinator Residence

Student Engagement at Warren Wilson College invites applications for the Area Coordinator – Housing & Residence Life position, a full-time, 12-month, live-in professional role within the Residence Life Department.

This position places you at the heart of our residential community, where you’ll help cultivate a culture of belonging, inclusivity, engagement, growth, and excellence. Ideal candidates bring a dynamic, compassionate, and innovative spirit to the work, viewing this opportunity as a meaningful way to inspire, lead, and mentor students in a vibrant campus setting.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Residence Life, Compliance, & Conduct, the Area Coordinator plays a key role in building community through thoughtful programming and initiatives that enrich the residential experience and support student development. The role calls for an educator at heart, someone who embraces a growth mindset and provides intentional leadership, supervision, and mentorship to a student crew of approximately 8-12 Resident Assistants and Senior Resident Assistants.

This team is central to fostering a positive living-learning environment and meeting the evolving needs of our residential students.

Success in this role requires sound judgment and a steady presence in managing crisis situations, along with a collaborative approach to working with campus partners. A commitment to continuous improvement is essential, including the ability to gather and analyze data to inform practice and enhance the residential experience. The Area Coordinator will work closely with other departments within Student Engagement as well as Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, Athletics, and Campus Safety to help create a cohesive and supportive campus environment.

Interested individuals should read further to learn more about the college, and the responsibilities for this full-time, live-in exempt position. Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter that describes how your previous experience will contribute to the mission and Progressive Promise of Warren Wilson College.

First consideration will be given to candidates who apply by Sunday, November 9, 2025. Please be aware no relocation assistance is available for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One to two years of Residence Life experience as paraprofessional staff (undergraduate or graduate).
• One to two years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and student database systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from a diverse range of identities and experiences.

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Counseling, or another related field.
• Three to five years of Residence Life experience as a full-time professional staff member.
• Three to five years of supervisory experience.

• Work with the Program and Room Assignment Manager on mid-year room changes and break housing assignments for residents of your assigned residence halls (5-9 buildings).
• Maintain accurate occupancy records of your assigned residence halls (5-9 buildings).
• Submit housing charges to the office of Student Accounts when appropriate.
• Communicate housing deadlines to students.
• Act as a liaison between residents and facilities operations and other campus partners when issues arise within the residential area.
• Serve on campus committees as needed.

• Managing the day-to-day administrative and facility operations of a residential area.
• Mediating conflict and roommate/suitemate issues.
• Crisis management and participation in an emergency on-duty rotation.
• Participation in office processes including RA section and training, break housing process, and Housing Lottery.

• Provide training for RA staff on program processes for campus, working in conjunction with the Student Activities crew for campus promotions.
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