Residence Hall Director

Primary Purpose Of Position

The Residence Hall Director (RHD) is a full‑time, entry‑level, live‑in professional educator‑scholar who fosters transformative residential experiences that accelerate student learning, wellbeing, and success. RHDs oversee the daily operations of a residence hall community, supervise student staff, and cultivate inclusive environments that promote engagement, leadership, and holistic development. This essential position participates in a campus‑wide on‑call rotation, providing crisis response and support during nights, weekends, and holidays.

RHDs are expected to actively engage and build relationships with students, conduct student behavior meetings and hearings, and uphold university policies through educational approaches aligned with North Carolina Preeminence 2030, Student Affairs Mission, and Housing and Residence Life’s Priorities and Attitudes. The position includes a furnished on‑campus apartment with most utilities as part of the total compensation package.

Classification Type: EHRA

Position Overview:

Full‑time, permanent, exempt, FLSA exempt.

Working Title:

Residence Hall Director. Position Number: 005206. Recruitment Salary Range: $43,888. Appointment Type:
Permanent – Full‑time. Tenure Track:
No. FTE: (not specified). Organization Division:
Housing & Residence Life. Organizational

Location:

VC for Student Affairs. Organizational Unit:
Housing & Res Life Asst Dir.

Open Date: 01/30/2026. Close Date: 03/31/2026. Open Until Filled:
No. Date Position Available: 3/1/2025.

The Housing and Residence Life department provides housing accommodation and a certain quality of life for over 6000 students. It offers clean, safe, healthy, and comfortable living accommodations that support the academic mission of North Carolina A&T State University. The Residence Life program creates an environment that supports students in academic pursuits, encourages interpersonal development, and offers opportunities for growth. Responsibilities include overall leadership and management of all residence halls, assignments of rooms, occupancy status, housekeeping needs, maintenance concerns, and budgets, including operating and programming.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience:

Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to foster diverse and inclusive relationships; high degree of cultural sensitivity; manage a variety of projects and responsibilities; experience in diverse populations; excellent organizational and time‑management skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Master’s Degree preferred. Preference for candidates with professional or paraprofessional experience in residence life or commensurate experience in student affairs. Provide leadership, oversight, and direction to direct reports to assure goals, programs, activities, and personnel practices align with the institution’s goals and core values.

None specified.

On‑site:
Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on‑site.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD‑214 form or Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex‑offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E‑Verify.

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount

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North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or sexual identity.