Area Coordinator - University Housing

Job Summary

A member of the Residential Life Development and Staffing team within University Housing. Responsible for the implementation of a residential curriculum model focused on educating students in a residential area (areas range in size from 1,800 - 2,800 students in a total resident population of approximately 8,500) in the areas of promoting well-being, community engagement, social responsibility, lifelong learning, and cultural and identity exploration.

This is accomplished via the direct supervision of full-time professional staff and overall management and leadership within Residential Life, including the development of policies and procedures for the area and unit. Duties and Responsibilities

Directly supervise 4-5 full-time professional residence hall directors and 1-3 desk supervisor, conducting regular one-on-one supervisory meetings to meet the learning needs of each staff member. Participate in the recruitment, selection, and indirect supervision of student staff with the ability to implement residential curriculum strategies as well as operational duties, including Resident Advisors, Office Assistants, Senior Clerks, and Desk Clerks. Design, implement, and evaluate a broad range of cultural and educational training and development sessions that support the varied needs of professional staff, support staff, and paraprofessional staff in support of the mission of the University and University Housing.

Role model a scholar-practitioner approach via engagement with student development research and participation in educational training and development opportunities. Lead staff in the creation and implementation of lesson plans to achieve the goals and learning outcomes of the residential curriculum in the areas of Promoting Well-being, Community Engagement, Social Responsibility, Lifelong Learning, and Cultural Identity Exploration. Oversee the evaluation and assessment of curricular strategies within the area.

Assist in recruitment and selection of professional and support staff with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to implement our curricular model. Serve as chairpersons for various professional staff selection committees as needed. Conduct informal and formal performance appraisals for professional and support staff. Provide leadership for area staff on all hall operations and administrative duties. Report directly to one of the two Associate Directors for Residential Life Development and Staffing.

Supervisors engage in and implement University Housing’s inclusion, culture, and climate initiatives.

Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff, students, and student groups in the ongoing development and implementation of our residential curriculum model. Provide leadership in the development of policies and programs that foster fairness, inclusion, and a welcoming environment for all individuals. Provide leadership development opportunities for members of area or campus student groups through structured advising and mentoring focused on educational opportunities that develop competencies that equip Illinois students to lead in a global community.

Provide educational opportunities for staff and students to consider strategies for the development of intellectually engaging inclusive communities that meet curricular goals and outcomes. Provide guidance and direction to Residence Directors responsible for ongoing case management of residents of concern and collaborate directly with relevant partners (e.g., University Housing Case Managers, Connie Frank CARE Center, Counseling Center, etc.) as appropriate.

Provide guidance to Residence Hall Directors as they consider restorative and educational measures to address student behavior, judicial procedures, and emergency response as hall/campus judicial officers. Develop collaborative relationships with staff and faculty in Student Affairs and Academic Affairs. Work collaboratively with Program Director(s) of Living Learning Communities (LLCs) in the area, facilitating relationship building and understanding of shared roles and…