Residence Hall Coordinator; Student Services Professional II

Job no: 562943
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Passionate about creating a welcoming community where students feel at home, build connections, and thrive? San Diego State University is seeking a Residence Hall Coordinator to join our Residential Education Office and help create a vibrant, inclusive living-learning experience for students.

As a Residence Hall Coordinator, you'll support the student experience in an apartment-style residential community housing approximately 350–800 continuing students. This live-in position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents, supervise and mentor student leaders, coordinate community-building initiatives, and provide guidance through everyday challenges. You'll also play an important role in student well‑being, conflict resolution, crisis response, and the daily operations of the residential community.

Working alongside a collaborative Residential Education team, you'll help create a safe, supportive environment where students can grow academically, personally, and socially.

• Foster a welcoming residential community through student engagement, educational programming, and community‑building activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of 8–22 Resident Advisors and Community Assistants in creating positive student experiences.
• Provide student guidance, conflict resolution, conduct meetings, and referrals to campus support services.
• Coordinate daily residence hall operations, including facility needs, safety, security, and student concerns.
• Serve as a Conduct Coordinator and University Judicial Officer, addressing behavioral concerns, adjudicating cases, and promoting student learning and responsibility.
• Participate in a 24‑hour on‑call duty rotation, providing crisis response and support during campus emergencies.

• Make a meaningful impact on students' lives while helping create a community they can call home.
• Enjoy the unique experience of living and working on SDSU's vibrant campus.
• Build meaningful connections with students, colleagues, and campus partners.
• Grow professionally through mentorship, student affairs experience, and development opportunities.
• A furnished on‑campus apartment and meal plans are provided when residential dining services are available during the academic year.

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• Full‑time, benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment of up to 3 years.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

SDSU’s Residential Education Office plans and administers programs and services across the university’s residence halls and apartment communities. As part of the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity, the office creates safe, supportive, and inclusive living‑learning environments that promote students’ academic success and personal growth through academic support, faculty engagement, educational and community‑building programs, student…