Question 1

What are the minimum qualifications for Director of Housing and Residential Programs?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Require 8 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in university housing or residential life, including supervising senior-level staff. Demonstrated skills in leading complex operations, strong decision-making, and managing change in high-accountability settings are essential. View similar executive higher ed jobs .

Question 2

What is the salary and employment details for this role?

Accepted Answer

The anticipated pay range is $125,000 - $130,000 . This is a full-time exempt position at 37.5 hours per week, 12 months per year, non-union. It requires living on-campus, with occasional evenings/weekends for emergencies. No telework due to essential functions; background check required. Check university salaries .

Question 3

Is this a live-on campus position, and what are the special conditions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is a required live-on campus role. Expect extended hours, crisis management stress, weekend/evening work for emergencies and programs. Probationary period may apply; ineligible for telework. Supports 5,800 students across 41 residence halls. Ideal for leaders in residential programs . Browse administration jobs .

Question 4

What are the key responsibilities of the Director?

Accepted Answer

Provide strategic leadership for residential portfolio, supervising unit heads in Residential Education, RLAE, Housing Operations, and Strategic Initiatives. Oversee system for 5,800 students; translate priorities into action; coach leaders; serve as escalation point and proxy. Member of UHDS Executive Leadership Team for aligned operations. Focus on collaborative culture. Higher ed leadership tips .

Question 5

What are desirable qualifications and the application process?

Accepted Answer

Desirable: Experience with 5,000+ student housing systems, supervising multiple senior leaders, unionized environments. Apply via official link before May 21, 2026 (11:59 PM EST). Not open until filled. Tailor resume to housing leadership experience. Free resume template for higher ed roles.

Question 6

How does this role fit into University Housing & Dining Services?

Accepted Answer

Reports to Executive Director of UHDS; partners with leadership team for housing, dining, business ops alignment. Leads large residential system with diverse housing types and learning communities. Emphasizes people-centered leadership, accountability, and student experience enhancement at University of Vermont .

Director of Housing and Residential Programs

University of Vermont

Burlington, VT, USA

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