Director of Housing & Residence

Position: Director of Housing & Residence Life
Position Type Administrative Working Title Director of Housing & Residence Life Classification Title Director College/Division Student Affairs Department Housing Hiring Unit Work Location Klamath Falls Appointment FTE (%) 1.0 Position Terms/Mo 12 Full/Part time Full Time Annual Salary $72,400 - $80,000

Position Summary

Department Summary

The Klamath Falls campus offers two housing facilities to allow students to stay on campus as they study, which comes with a host of perks. In addition to convenience, staying on campus has been shown to improve academic success. It allows students to fully immerse themselves in the campus culture, make lasting friendships with people of diverse backgrounds, and partake in countless activities-including annual traditions such as Tech Con and Spring Fling.

Late-night study sessions. Workouts in the Recreation Center. Board games in the study room. BBQs in the Quad with friends. Living on campus provides experiences that shape students time at Oregon Tech-and their futures.

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Position Summary

The Director of Housing and Residence Life (HRL) is responsible for the administration of on-campus housing, including staff supervision and/or oversight, training, and evaluation.

The Director oversees community development among residents and staff, the student conduct process, and the development and implementation of new initiatives for the department. This work includes collaborating with other Oregon Tech offices and departments to ensure all on-campus residents' safety, security, comfort, and satisfaction. The Director serves in an on-call role and as a first responder to student and/or facilities-related needs.

Minimum Requirements Additional Requirements

* Master's degree and 3+ years of experience in a higher education setting.

* Five (5) years of full-time experience in a progressively responsible housing management.

* Proven experience in leading and managing teams, developing and implementing strategic plans, and working with diverse populations is crucial.

* Budgeting, supervision, and program management experience.

* Ability to effectively and respectfully work, communicate, and collaborate in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree in field related to higher education administration.

* Five + (5) years of full time experience in housing and/or residence life.

* Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including Title IX, VAWA, etc.

* Experience in crisis management and conflict resolution.

* Experience in facilities management and maintenance

Application Information

Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 03/02/2026 Job Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant

The initial review of applications will begin March 2, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply , upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* Professional References List

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