Residence Life Coordinator and Life Skills Educator

Residence Life Coordinator And Life Skills Educator

The Residence Life Coordinator at Beloit College plays a vital role in shaping the student experience by fostering inclusive, connected, and vibrant residential communities. This position provides leadership and direct support to a team of 15–17 Resident Assistants (RAs) across a cluster of residence halls or houses, helping to build strong peer networks and a sense of belonging.

In addition, this position serves as a Life Skills Educator by facilitating educational opportunities and programming designed to help first-year students develop skills fundamental to independent adult living.

Key responsibilities include cultivating inclusive residential communities, supporting student well-being and engagement, responding to student concerns and crisis situations, mentoring Resident Assistants, supporting educational and community-building initiatives, and participating in the residential life on-call rotation.

The Residence Life Coordinator partners closely with campus departments to enhance student involvement in campus events, organizations, and Beloit traditions - helping students connect, lead, and thrive beyond the residence halls.

Essential responsibilities include:

• Cultivate inclusive and welcoming residential communities that promote student engagement, well-being, academic success, and personal growth.
• Respond to student conduct concerns, provide guidance and support to students on personal and campus-related matters, and assist students in crisis through appropriate intervention and referrals.
• Provide education and support related to personal wellness, healthy living habits, community expectations, and skills necessary for independent living.
• Support and guide educational, inclusion-focused, and community-building initiatives that promote student engagement and development.
• Serve as an active member of the Dean of Students team and collaborate with campus partners to enhance student involvement, support inclusive campus initiatives, and promote student success beyond the residence halls.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and provide leadership during campus emergencies.
• Engage in campus life and participate in professional development opportunities, including staff training, conferences, and other assigned activities.

Student Staff Leadership & Development:

• Provide leadership and direct support to Resident Assistants (RAs) and Head Resident Assistants (HRAs) within an assigned residential area.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate Resident Assistant staff while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Maintain consistent communication and supportive working relationships with Resident Assistants and Head Resident Assistants through regular meetings, mentoring, and feedback.
• Support Resident Assistants in their roles as peer counselors and community educators by offering guidance, resources, and ongoing development opportunities.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and maintain ongoing communication with Residence Life leadership regarding student concerns, campus developments, and departmental initiatives.

Operations & Administrative Responsibilities:

• Oversee a designated cluster of residence halls or houses and provide direct support to the Resident Assistant team within that area.
• Manage budgets and resources that support residential programming and hall initiatives.
• Build collaborative working relationships with campus partners, including housekeeping, food service, maintenance, and campus security.
• Assist with residence hall opening and closing procedures, staff selection processes, and training initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission of the department and the College.

Qualifications and

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Prior experience working in residence life, student housing, student affairs, or with student organizations preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, support, and develop student leaders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with student programming, conflict resolution, crisis response, and community building is highly valued.

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