Residence Hall Area Coordinator

ANNOUNCMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Compensation:

$42,.00

Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package:  for more information!

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well‑being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

This is a 12‑month, professional live‑in position reporting to the Assistant Director for Residence Life. The Residence Hall Coordinator participates as a member of the Residence Life staff, creates opportunities for student development through the Residence Life Learning Plan and individual student interactions, and demonstrates a strong student focus with evening and weekend commitments. This position is responsible for the organization and leadership of the student development programs, supervision of student staff, and management of administrative operations of a residence hall.

The Residence Hall Area Coordinator position specifically oversees anywhere from two to four Residence Hall Buildings.

Residence Life is committed to the concept that students should have the opportunity for growth and development outside of the classroom with Residence Life as an integral part of this learning experience. The Residence Hall Coordinator is a key person in the overall operation and success of a growing community within a residence hall. In supporting the learning environment, the Residence Hall Coordinator is a role model, a facilitator, a leader, and an essential person in experience and education of the students who reside on campus.

The Residence Hall Coordinator must enjoy living and working with university‑age students and be committed to education and student development.

Staff Responsibilities: Supervise, train, and evaluate student staff. This includes weekly/biweekly meetings with the Senior Resident Assistants and Resident Assistants both individually and collectively. The Residence Hall Coordinator also supervises a front desk staff, in which the Residence Hall Coordinator is responsible for hiring, supervising and evaluating Desk Attendants and creating a work schedule for the desk in the respective hall.

Student Outreach: Establish personal contact with students in order to adequately address student needs and concerns by remaining visible, approachable, and active in the halls. Actively working toward university goal of increasing student retention by knowing the residents and assisting them in aspects of university life.

Administration and Management: Maintain general operation of the residence hall, including attention to administrative detail, budget management, assessment of both physical environment, and communication with the custodial and facilities staff. Engage with other campus departments and personnel in the administration of primary and collateral duties. Sit on university committees where appropriate.

Leadership and Programming: Encourage the leadership development of students, assist with advising of Hall Council, facilitate enriching activities with student staff and Hall Council and implements Residence Life Learning Plan designed to support first‑year and second‑year students as they transition to the rigors and responsibilities of university life.

Mentoring, Advising and Crisis Intervention: Provide assistance to students experiencing emotional, academic, physical, and/or interpersonal difficulties, and refer them to other professionals when appropriate. Assist in crisis/emergency situations. Attend staff training, as provided by Department.

Policy and Discipline: Understand, support, and enforce campus policies and regulations in a appropriate…