Residence Hall Director

Residential Hall Director

Quinnipiac University invites applications for a Residential Hall Director to join our vibrant, student-centered residential community and play a meaningful role in supporting student success, engagement, and belonging. Located on our beautiful Mount Carmel campus in Hamden, Connecticut, this full-time, year-round, live-in position offers an exciting opportunity to cultivate an inclusive and engaging living-learning environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally.

Residence Hall Directors serve as key student affairs professionals within the Division of Student Affairs and are responsible for fostering community development, supporting student wellness, responding to student concerns, and enhancing the residential student experience through leadership, mentorship, education, and crisis response. Through collaboration with campus partners, Residence Hall Directors contribute to a dynamic residential experience grounded in student development and holistic support.

Residence Hall Directors are required to reside exclusively in a designated campus apartment, participate in an on-call duty rotation with in-person response responsibilities, and maintain a visible and engaged presence within their assigned residential communities during evenings and weekends. Exercising considerable independent judgment and decision-making, Residence Hall Directors oversee a residential area and supervise between 7–17 paraprofessional staff members.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student development, inclusive community building, crisis management, and collaborative problem-solving within a fast-paced residential environment.

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration or related field is required.

Minimum of one to three years of professional or graduate-level experience in residential life, housing, student affairs, or related student-facing environments. Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or training student staff or paraprofessional employees. Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills. Experience with creating and executing programs. Ability to respond effectively to crisis situations and exercise sound judgment in a residential environment.

Independent decision-making abilities. Commitment to inclusive excellence. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation and to reside in an assigned on-campus apartment as a condition of employment. Advanced knowledge of student development and evidence of a strong commitment to the profession. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Required to travel from building to building and between multiple campuses. Will have 'on-call' responsibilities which require walking up and down stairs, performing rounds in and outside of the buildings, and responding quickly and in person to emergencies.

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references. This position requires a pre-employment physical and drug screen in addition to a background check. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.