Resident Director

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement :

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore seeks a 12-month, full-time, professional live-in Resident Director (RD). The RD reports to the Associate Director of Residence Life (ADRL)and will recruit, select, train, and supervise a team of talented student Resident / Senior Resident Assistants and maintain direct responsibility for 150 – 400 residents.

Benefits : UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Exempt positions start at 22 days annual, non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only).

Principal responsibilities will include staff supervision and development, residential education, community development, crisis management, policy enforcement, administration and building management, summer operations support, and other departmental / college-wide responsibilities. Because the RD is one of four staff that are the primary professional staff members available in the residence halls for student interaction, spending evening and weekend time with students is required. The RD will participate in a 24 hours / 365 days on-call duty rotation. Actual hours vary greatly depending upon events, emergencies, etc.

RESIDENCE LIFE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• ? Full Time, live-in professional staff member
• ? Responsible for the daily operation of the residence hall(s)
• ? Supervises 5-9 paraprofessional resident assistant (RA) staff members, graduate assistant (GA) community manager(s), and student assistant (SA) staff
• ? Serves as an educator, helping students adjust to life at the university and in the residence halls.
• ? Participate in the on-call rotation system, evening and weekend work is required
• ? Respond to any student or building concern within the residence hall communities
• ? Provide ongoing training and development for GA and RA / SA staff
• ? Responsible for individual weekly meetings with residence hall RA staff to provide support in areas of professional development, community development, discipline, personal and academic problem-solving, support for programming, and general residence hall matters.
• ? Provide ongoing feedback to GAs, RAs and Student Assistants regarding job performance
• ? Communicate and meet weekly with the Associate Director of Residence Life
• ? Provide personal assistance to the students to include advising, counseling, and discipline
• ? Responsible for Summer Housing planning and implementation.
• ? Coordinate all procedures to ensure the effective opening and closing of the residence halls at the appropriate time of year
• ? Assist the Director of Residence Life and Housing in reviewing and designing the strategic goals and visions for the Residence Life department.
• ? Works as a team member in the Office of Residence Life and Housing to provide a positive collegiate experience for UMES residents.
• ? Assist in fulfilling duties of vacant positions within the department, as needed
• ? Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Residence Life or Designee

RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION RESPONSIBILITIES :

Take photos and videos of department events and design marketing material.

Physical Demands :

Preferences :

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience : One (1) year of experience in community development, residence life, or higher education.

Other : Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of residence hall management and administration.

Knowledge of behavior management and crisis intervention techniques.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials : Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https : / / umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com / UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date : N / A

Posting Close Date : N / A

Open Until Filled : Yes

Department

UMES-VPSA-Residence Life Operations

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$53,940

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO / AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.

About Us

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website! The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university.

Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence , UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO / AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

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