"Director of Housing & Residence Life"

Job Details

Position Type: Administrative

Working Title: Director of Housing & Residence Life

Classification Title: Director

Division: Student Affairs

Department: Housing & Residence Life

Work Location: Klamath Falls, OR

Position Terms/Mo: 12 months per year

Appointment FTE (%): 1.0

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Salary Range: $72,400 - $80,000

Benefits: Eligible

Application Link: Oregon Institute of Technology Portal | Director of Housing & Residence Life

Position Summary:

The Director of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for the administration of on-campus housing, including staff supervision and/or oversight, training, and evaluation.

The Director oversees community development among residents and staff, the student conduct process, and the development and implementation of new initiatives for the department.

This work includes collaborating with other Oregon Tech offices and departments to ensure all on-campus residents’ safety, security, comfort, and satisfaction.

The Director serves in an on-call role and as a first responder to student and/or facilities-related needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree and 3+ years of experience in a higher education setting.
• Five (5) years of full-time experience in a progressively responsible housing management.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams, developing and implementing strategic plans, and working with diverse populations is crucial.
• Budgeting, supervision, and program management experience.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully work, communicate, and collaborate in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in field related to higher education administration.
• Five + (5) years of full time experience in housing and/or residence life.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including Title IX, VAWA, etc.
• Experience in crisis management and conflict resolution.
• Experience in facilities management and maintenance.

Special Instructions to applicants:

Applications are accepted exclusively through the Oregon Tech Job Board.

The initial review of applications will begin December 2, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

For additional information, or to apply, please visit: Oregon Institute of Technology Portal | Director of Housing & Residence Life

This position is eligible for Oregon Tech's comprehensive Benefits package. Oregon Tech benefits are administered by the Public Employees Benefit Board (PEBB) which also administers the benefits for the State of Oregon employees. The PEBB Benefits home page will lead you to information about each benefit, contact information for each benefit vendor, forms, Wellness Programs, and other useful resources. Additional information regarding Oregon Tech's comprehensive Benefit offerings may be found at: https://www.oit.edu/human-resources/benefits