Head Resident-Student Position

Luther Seminary educates leaders for Christian communities called and sent by the Holy Spirit to witness to salvation through Jesus Christ and to serve in Gods world. Our values are Gospel-centered, Student-focused, Innovative, Academically Rigorous, Inclusive, and Community Oriented.

Luther is the largest seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We also educate students of 41 other denominations and traditions. Luther is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Theological Schools.

The Head Resident serves as a liaison between students living on campus and Luther Seminary staff. The Head Resident must reside on campus where Luther Seminary Residential Life happens and provides community leadership through a variety of roles and responsibilities: acting as a resource for building and maintaining a positive living and learning community, serving as a source of information on seminary policies, and providing referral services that enhance the residential experience at Luther Seminary.

In constant check with the Residential Program Coordinator’s office. This position is also part of the on-call team to answer emergency calls after hours.

• Attend initial training meetings and monthly check-in meetings throughout the year with the Residential Life coordinator.

• Plan and implement community-building activities (e.g., community meals, Bible studies, prayer groups, worship, movie nights, outings) each semester utilizing the allocated academic year budget.
• Act as a liaison with the Community Life Fellows in the promotion of community-wide events.
• Ensure that every resident is upholding agreed-upon community standards.

• Disseminate critical information to the residential community.
• Assist students in submitting maintenance and helpdesk requests.
• Keep an accurate track of hours worked.
• Discuss incidents of note with the supervisor to determine appropriate action.
• Assist with and complete administrative tasks on time, as directed by the supervisor.

• Be an active and respectful community leader in all facets of the Head Resident position.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with the Business Office, Campus Services, Facilities, Maintenance Staff, Student Affairs Staff, and other Luther Seminary staff members.
• Oversee initial check-ins, mid-year walk-throughs, check-outs, and housing orientations with new residents.
• Maintain mandatory on-campus presence during peak operational periods (September, January, May, and June). Coordinate any extended time away in advance with the on-call team and Residential Life Coordinator to prevent stipend deductions.
• Uphold all rules, regulations, and policies of Luther Seminary, specifically those outlined in the Housing Guide and Student Handbook.

• Act as the primary point of contact for physical, personal, social, or environmental health concerns, providing referrals as necessary.
• Assist in and respond to emergencies involving the health, security, and safety of students.
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource for students concerning seminary support services, including the Seminary Pastor, Student Affairs, International Student and Scholar Affairs, and the Community Food Shelf.
• Provide crisis response and necessary follow-up coordination with appropriate staff.
• Escalate matters that cannot be resolved directly to the Residential Life Program Coordinator and/or the Dean of Students.

The Head Resident reports directly to the Residential Life Program Coordinator and provides essential services for student residents at Luther Seminary.

• Students must possess an ongoing commitment to advancing the Mission and Vision of Luther Seminary through the effective use and support of technology.