Resident Director (4567U), Res & Family Living - 70838

Resident Director (4567U), Res & Family Living - 70838

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About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.

Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

• The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence;
• the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice;

and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential.

We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities.

Departmental Overview

The mission of Residential Life is to facilitate residential student transitions into the intellectual and social communities of the University of California, Berkeley, and to promote personal well-being and respect for the community needs of all residents.

Position Summary

The Resident Director (RD) resides within Residential Life and is charged with providing support to the academic mission of the University by contributing to students' out of classroom learning.

The incumbent oversees a residential area of undergraduate students, supervises 8-12 live-in student staff, and is responsible for the execution of the Residential Student Experience model.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is : 07 / 31 / 2024.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and Training :
• Supervise 8-12 student staff.
• Conduct student staff meetings on a weekly basis.
• Facilitate regular staff development sessions.
• Provide formal performance evaluations and feedback.
• Serve as a campus and community resource for students and staff.
• Facilitate training for new student hall staff.
• Community Development :
• Encourage the personal, social and academic development of residential students.
• Create, advise, and implement residential student experience programs.
• Meet regularly with the residential unit management team.
• Resource Management :
• Co-advise Hall Association or RHA / NRHH leaders.
• Manage Hall Association / RHA / NRHH funds and ledgers.
• Student Conduct :
• Serve as a conduct hearing officer.
• Assist in the enforcement of policies and procedures.
• Leadership and Administration :
• Attend regular department meetings and professional development.
• Collaborate with Housing Assignments on occupancy management.
• Counseling, Crisis Management and Emergency Response :
• Serve in an on-duty rotation to respond to emergencies.
• Provide referral counseling to students.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of student development theory.
• Skills in active listening, critical thinking, negotiation, problem solving, and communication.
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• 1 - 2 years residence life experience in a college setting.

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time (40 hours / week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits. The budgeted salary for this position is $60,000.

00. Included in the compensation package is a fully-furnished apartment and a meal plan.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Diversity Statement

Please include a brief (1-2 paragraph) statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.

Other Information

This is not a visa opportunity.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report observed or suspected abuse or neglect.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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