Director of Residence

Position: Director of Residence Life
Location: New York

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February 23, 2026 (19 days left to apply) job requisition :
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** Director of Residence Life
** Lehman College is a senior college of The City University of New York (CUNY) and is nationally recognized as a leader in fostering social mobility. Located in the Bronx Lehman is a four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution offering bachelor’s master’s and advanced degrees as well as certificate programs across the liberal arts sciences and professions. Lehman enrolls more than 13,000 students in a vibrant international community with a strong tradition of academic excellence and public service.

The 37-acre tree-lined campus and a growing portfolio of online programs serve as a hub for learning innovation and opportunity. Each year thousands of community members also engage with Lehman through cultural educational health and economic outreach programs.

The Division of Student Affairs assists students with social, personal, and emotional development with the goal of encouraging intellectual and ethical growth through programs, initiatives, clubs, leadership activities, and various community events. The Division is comprised of five subgroups:
1) Transition and Retention
2) Student Health, Wellness, and Inclusion
3) Leadership and Engagement
4) Career Exploration and Professional Development
5) Varsity Athletics, Intramurals, and the APEX. The division reports to the President.

Lehman College is seeking a dynamic, student-centered leader to serve as Director of Residential Life. This is a critical leadership position that oversees the strategic direction, daily operations, and community-building efforts of the College's residential program, which supports approximately 200 students each semester. The Director fosters a living environment that promotes student well-being, academic success, equity, and belonging and is guided by student development theory, inclusive excellence, and trauma-informed practice.

The Director of Residential Life reports directly to the Senior Director of Operations and Compliance and is a part of the Transition and Retention Subgroup.
** Primary Responsibilities
*** Provide overall leadership for Residence Life, including strategic planning, administrative decision-making, and program implementation.
* Manage the daily operations of Housing and Residence Life, ensuring a high-quality residential experience.
* Oversee fiscal operations, budgeting, revenue projections, and alignment with occupancy goals in partnership with Administration and Finance.
* Supervise professional staff, residence life counselors, and student employees; provide training, mentorship, and performance management.
* Administer housing contracts, billing processes, and housing policies, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
* Coordinate facilities work, capital projects, and vendor relationships to maintain safe and well-functioning residential environments.
* Lead residential conduct processes, dispute resolution programs, and restorative practices in collaboration with Public Safety and the Office of the Dean of Students.
* Communicate effectively with students, families, and campus partners regarding residential issues, policies, and student support.
* Participate in the on-call rotation and provide leadership during crisis situations, emergencies, and after-hours incidents.
* Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of residence life programs aligned with student development and learning outcomes.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local…