Director of Housing & Student Conduct

Job Description

Summary:

The highly visible incumbent is responsible for implementing the mission and vision of D’Youville University and the division of Student Affairs while maintaining a comprehensive, inclusive, safe, living-learning environment within university housing. The successful candidate will serve as the primary enforcement of the D’Youville University code of conduct, responsible for assigning cases and ensuring due process. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives amidst an ever-changing and unpredictable work environment and will have demonstrated skills in the areas of housing, conduct, student support and programming. The Director of Housing & Student Conduct will report directly to the Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator. Evening and weekend hours will be required when the University is in session to manage workload, attend meetings and University functions.

This 12-month, live-on position will assist with campus and student emergencies as needed, while serving within a rotation as the Administrator On-Call in cooperation with the Coordinator for Student Engagement & Housing.

This position is expected to work closely with all units within the University to ensure that the it is “student-ready” and that every student has the opportunity to be engaged outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities:

• Provide vision and leadership to the Housing while ensuring effective management of all facilities within the University residential program;
• Oversee the annual residential room selection process, coordinate room assignments and room changes throughout the academic year including the placement of first-year, returning, graduate, doctorate, and visiting students;
• Maintain, and provide, regular projections and updates regarding housing numbers;
• Responsible for coordinating facility management from the student affairs end, including key systems, room inventories, work orders, billing and opening and closing of residential facilities in collaboration with the Coordinator and para-professional staff;
• Serve as the primary individual responsible for upholding the University Student Code of Conduct;
• In collaboration with the Director for the Student Experience, coordinate the Student Leader selection process;
• Work with staff on the development of learning outcomes, programmatic initiatives and assessment measurements;
• Serve on appropriate university committees as directed by the Dean of Students or designee including the CARE team following up on student cases as needed;
• Chair the residential accommodations committee;
• Serve as the Housing liaison for the University regarding all residential conference groups and work with clients to assure proper room assignments, food service, and meeting room needs;
• Continuously evaluate and assess University housing occupancy, retention, and projection trends in collaboration with the Coordinator for Student Engagement & Housing;
• Coordinate the Saints Movers and move-in day(s);
• Hold weekly 1:1 meetings with the Dean of Students; Coordinator for Student Engagement & Housing; Graduate Assistants and students as needed;
• Serve as an Administrator On-Call in a rotation;
• Prepare & manage operating budget for the department;
• Ensure a student-centered departmental environment with a focus on customer service;
• Support the overall campus programming model by collaborating with faculty, staff, and SGA on initiatives and events;
• Serve as an SUNY Conduct Institute trained investigator/hearing panel officer;
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration or related field.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience within Student Affairs showing progressive responsibilities.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience working in or supervision of student housing;
• Thorough knowledge and proven track record in Student Affairs, including policy development, programming and student development;
• Strong cross-cultural, interpersonal, and writing skills necessary, including the ability to represent the University in a positive way to diverse populations;
• A demonstrated commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive community;
• Possesses a demonstrated ability to develop linkages with other University community partners through significant outreach efforts to support student success in and out of the classroom;
• Ability to innovative and create programs that supports student learning, leading to increased persistence and graduation rates across diverse student populations;
• Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals on campus and in all areas of the community to accomplish student life objectives;
• Ability to make sound professional judgments, often under deadline pressure, when dealing with student related issues;
• A proven ability to identify and address problems, exhibit competence in identifying and interpreting needed areas of assessment, display sensitivity regarding personnel matters and the ability to participate effectively in short and long-range planning;
• A strong commitment to the University’s mission to honor the catholic heritage and the spirit of St. Marguerite D’Youville working with students from across diverse cultures, backgrounds and faith traditions that promotes leadership and service.

Physical & Environmental:

• Possess the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations;
• Handle multiple tasks and priorities at once while solving problems and thinking innovatively;
• Administrative, organizational, supervisory, and budget-management skills;
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, stair climbing, maneuvering objects of substantial weight;
• Responding promptly in late-night hours while remaining alert;
• Must possess a student-centered personal philosophy and an amazing sense of humor.

Work Remotely - No

Work Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Live-On

Pay: $50,000 - $60,000 Annually

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.