Assistant Resident Director - ARD; Female

Assistant Resident Director - ARD

The Assistant Resident Director position at Alaska Christian College advises and serves the on-campus student body while living in the community with the students; counsels students in conjunction with the Resident Directors and Director of Student Life; meets transportation needs and provides social/recreational opportunities for students in a Christian atmosphere.

Responsibilities:

• Advises and serves the on-campus student body while living in a community with students.
• Enforce rules and regulations.
• Be available to students when on duty.
• Serves on-call and emergency response duties on a rotational basis.
• Mediate interpersonal problems between residents.
• Counsels students in conjunction with Resident Directors and Director of Student Life.
• Leads Bible studies and Community Groups in conjunction with Resident Directors.
• Provides social/recreational opportunities for students in a Christian atmosphere.
• Provides transportation needs for students.
• Makes regular rounds to ensure that residents and areas are safe and secure.
• Participates and assists in the implementation of student leader programs and clubs.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures (SOP) manual for this position.
• Serves in other areas where growth and experience are desired, with the approval of the Director of Student Life.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory responsibilities include Student Leaders.

Alaska Christian College requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.

Requirements:

• AA is required (or experience/education of equal value)
• Must know human behavior, learning, and motivation.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions and crisis interventions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate students.
• Experience serving/mentoring young adults and understanding of group behavior/dynamics.
• Knowledge of the ARD position and ability to make decisions affecting others.
• Must demonstrate a strong cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Proven team-building and problem-solving skills with a teachable spirit.
• Ability to keep a positive attitude with students and staff alike despite circumstances.
• Understand and maintain the confidentiality of all information acquired during duties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and show good judgment.
• Needs to be organized and show good time management skills.
• Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.
• Able to meet the demands of an extraordinary schedule.
• Must be able to maintain emotional health and create self-care plans.
• Must be willing to take time for positive reflection and self-care activities on and off campus.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• ACC is an Evangelical Covenant organization. Employees are required to sign a document agreeing with the Evangelical Statement of Faith & Affirmations.
• Must have a valid driver's license. Must have a clean driving record. No major or minor moving violations in the past three years and no more than 1 at-fault accident in the past three years.

Working conditions include an office environment with limited exposure to hazardous materials. Most of the on-site shift will be spent seated and working on a computer. Must have adequate sight to meet the responsibilities of the job. Must be able to lift 40 pounds on an occasional basis.

Dress code:
Within the office, "business casual" dress is expected. Jeans are acceptable as long as they are clean and well-kept. If any questions arise regarding what is appropriate, speak with the supervisor.

Statement of understanding:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by the person assigned to this position and does not state or imply that it is all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be added with consideration of the job requirements and skills needed and can be changed verbally or in writing at the discretion of the job’s immediate supervisor.