Assistant Director of Residence Life (8149

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Friends University is seeking to fill the Assistant Director of Residence Life position in Wichita Kansas. This position is responsible for providing leadership, supervision, and developmental educational opportunities within the residential communities. This position will also assist in providing a coordinated effort to our student leadership development efforts across all student leadership on campus. It is a requirement of this position to live in university housing and eat in the Casado dining room.

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University's RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence). The mission of the University is:

Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Must have experience working with college students and supervising student leaders or staff members. Experience in residence life, student conduct, crisis response, housing operations, student leadership development, or related student affairs functions is preferred. Candidates should possess strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with student information systems, database management, and Microsoft Office products is preferred.

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Leadership, or a related field preferred.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required. Ability to build positive working relationships with students, families, faculty, staff, and campus partners. Must possess the ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner, exercise sound judgment, navigate complex student situations, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.