Area Director of Residential Life

Area Director of Residential Life

Company: Colgate University

Job Location: Hamilton, New York

Category: Residence Life and Housing

Type: Full-Time

Division: Dean of the College

Department: Residential Life

Work Arrangement type

On-Site (Hamilton, NY) - expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

$62,355

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and be capable of creating and maintaining productive and collegial working relationships with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and visitors
• Must be available to work evenings, late nights and occasional weekends as required
• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects, programs and student challenges simultaneously with an appropriate sense of urgency

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of relevant work experience is preferred
• A minimum of one year post baccalaureate full time work is preferred
• Preference will be given to candidates who have college or university experience in crisis management, student conduct, student staff supervision and program design
• Experience with student activities and event planning preferred
• Experience working with faculty within the context of a learning community or similar program is highly desired
• Prior student intern, volunteer and/or professional supervisory experience is required
• Previous student leadership roles are required

Education

• A Bachelor's degree is required
• A Master's degree in higher education or related field is preferred