Residence Hall Director

Overview

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RESIDENCE HALL DIRECTOR (2 POSITIONS)

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Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an online application to be considered as an applicant for this position. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. This position will remain open until filled; the university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials by February 27, 2026
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• Posting Number S-3787
• Position Numbers 39900, 39620
• Type of Recruitment External
• Position Title RESIDENCE HALL DIRECTOR (2 POSITIONS)

The Residence Hall Director (RHD) is a full-time, live-in, professional staff member responsible for the daily operations of a 250-650 bed residence hall(s) or on-campus apartments. The RHD directly supervises 5-16 Resident Assistants, 1–2 Inclusion Assistants, and most RHDs supervise a front desk operation and advise hall council. The RHD is charged with developing a community that promotes engagement, learning, respect for diversity, and student success.

The RHD plays an integral role in developing and implementing our residential curriculum. On-call responsibilities are shared for 1,200-2,000 residents.

A live-in position is one where the individual maintains an on-campus apartment as their primary residence. RHDs must reside in an on-campus apartment throughout the term of their appointment. The department provides an apartment and meal plan to allow the RHD to be visible in their community, eat meals in the residential restaurant, attend meetings and events regularly, and be able to respond to emergencies within their community.

• Bachelor’s degree and prior residence life experience as a paraprofessional or higher.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive attitude.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Master’s degree in college student personnel or higher education administration.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience in a professional residence life capacity.

• Administrative:
  Manages daily operations of residence hall(s) or apartments. Computer proficient, including web-based programs, Microsoft Office, and e-mail as a significant mode of communication/documentation; develops and utilizes hall opening/closing procedures; maintains occupancy/roster and key control/inventory; attends meetings; serves on Residence…