Area Coordinator

Job Details:

Job Location:

Fort Wayne Campus - Fort Wayne, IN 46803, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: Master's Degree Preferred, Job Category:
Student Development , Indiana Tech is a thriving, independent, teaching-oriented university that delivers career-oriented programming in a wide variety of disciplines that includes business, engineering, computer sciences, criminal justice, cybersecurity, marketing, health sciences, communication and helping professions. Indiana Tech enrolls nearly 1,500 students in its traditional undergraduate programs on its picturesque main campus, and nearly 5,000 students in its adult and online program.

We offer degrees at the associate, bachelor’s, master's, and doctoral levels and undergraduate and graduate certificates.

Over 41% of our students are either globally or domestically diverse; this contributes to our unique vibrant and inclusive campus community. All academic programs are designed to provide students with relevant and practical experiences, including an emphasis on internships. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Indiana Tech is committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment for all. We actively support the recruitment, engagement, and retention of students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We believe that creating a sense of connection and support across our campus community plays an essential role in preparing students to succeed and contribute in a global society.

Indiana Tech has big plans for its future. Learn more at Indiana Tech Strategic Plan or strategic plan.indianatech.edu.

Indiana Tech seeks qualified candidates for a position in Residence Life. The Area Coordinator (AC) position is a live-in, 12-month position in our Residence Life Department. The Area Coordinator plays a vital role in facilitating a learning, inclusive, and academically supportive residential community at Indiana Tech. This position supports the mission of Student Affairs and Residence Life by promoting student development, leadership, and student success through programming, leadership development, and administrative oversight.

Responsibilities below may rotate between primary and secondary roles, based upon experience, expertise and departmental goals.

Student Engagement & Community Development

• Demonstrate active support for Student Affairs and Residence Life initiatives.
• Cultivate a residential experience that promotes belonging, respect, academic success, and student retention.
• Assist residents in resolving interpersonal conflicts and navigating developmental challenges.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to students, promoting leadership and personal growth.

Resident Assistant (RA) Leadership

• Recruit, train, and supervise RA staff, providing consistent individual and team meetings focused on leadership, interpersonal skills, and team cohesion.
• Maintain professional and RA on-call rotation schedule.
• Provide ongoing training and development to enhance RA effectiveness.
• Develop and implement programming that supports community development and co-curricular learning.

Housing Operations & Facilities Management

• Oversee housing operations and online program (Star Rez) across all residential facilities.
• Coordinate room assignments, room changes, check-in/check-out procedures, and maintain accurate housing records.
• Conduct regular inspections of residential areas and report maintenance issues.
• Collaborate with Building & Grounds, Housekeeping, and Campus Safety to maintain safe and well-functioning living environments.

Administrative Oversight

• Manage area budgets and support programming efforts aligned with departmental learning outcomes.
• Maintain…