Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, with a
secondary reporting relationship with the Associate Vice Chancellor
for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, the Executive Director
for Housing and Residence Life serves as the Vice Chancellor’s
chief advisor and senior liaison to campus community partners
regarding university housing facilities and residence life. The
Executive Director for Housing and Residence Life serves as a
member of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs’ Senior
Leadership Team and supports the Vice Chancellor for Student
Affairs in the overall administration of the Division of Student
Affairs enterprise comprised of a community of approximately 500
professional and student employees who steward fiscal resources in
excess of $90 million and approximately 1,000,000 square feet in
facilities to support student success. The Executive Director for
Housing and Residence Life will develop, lead and collaborate with
university partners to elevate the university’s impact as it
attains an R1 designation.
The Executive Director for Housing and Residence Life provides
strategic leadership for a team of educators and services that
support the security and safety for nearly 7000 residential
students and coordinates off-campus housing opportunities for
students in the Office of Housing and Residence Life: Housing
Facilities, Residential Education and Conduct; Administrative
Services and Off-Campus Living and Partnerships. The Executive
Director for Housing and Residence Life prepares recommendations to
the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs regarding policy issues and
other issues impacting the quality of residential students at North
Carolina A&T State University and supports the University’s
financial stability through residential student retention, housing
occupancy, budget planning and facilities management, managing a
$20 million auxiliary.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Office for Housing and Residence Life provides students with
on-campus housing that supports their health, safety and wellbeing
and success. Housing and Residence Life ( HRL ) assists students
fulfill their educational goals and ambitions through quality
education, social, and cultural programs that promote community
within residence halls. HRL provides student employment and
residential communityopportunities that allow them to build
professional skills, embrace diversity, and develop lifelong
relationships.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student
Affairs Administration, Business Administration, Public
Administration, Counseling, College Student Personnel, or a closely
related field.
Seven years of progressively responsible professional
experience in university housing and/or residence life.
Demonstrated experience in crisis management, emergency
response in a college or university setting.
·Exceptional interpersonal communications skills and ability to
cultivate strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead, develop and manage
professional staff.
Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, political acumen, and
discernment during challenging circumstances.
Strong background in policy development and compliance and
knowledge of local, state and federal laws and proceedings related
to college students (e.g. U.S. Constitution, Title IX, Title VI,
etc.)
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Previous experience serving as a Chief Housing Officer, or
equivalent senior leadership role.
- Previous experience in housing and residence life at a public
R1 university with a large residential population.
- Prior experience leading residence hall maintenance,
construction, renovation, expansion, or housing master planning
initiatives.
- Strong background with public-private partnership (P3) housing
projects and third-party management relationships.
- Active engagement or leadership in College and University
Housing Organizations and/or Facilities Management
Organizations.
Required License or Certification
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a
critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space
on-site)
Position Information
Working Title
Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Position Number
005195
Recruitment Salary Range
commensurate with education and experience
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Housing & Residence Life
Organizational Location
VC for Student Affairs
Organizational Unit
Housing & Residence Life
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA3206
Open Date
09/01/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until
Filled
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions
remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept
applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by
this date will receive full consideration, applications received
after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status
of the search
Date Position Available
09/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
DSG’s education practice has been exclusively retained for this
engagement, which is being led by Laura Bertonazzi, Ed.D. Managing
Associate. For fullest consideration, please submit a compelling
cover letter and CV/resume by filling out the Talent Profile. For
nominations and inquiries, please contact: laura.bertonazzi@dsgco.com;
all inquiries are strictly confidential.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment
will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T
State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual
identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life
Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41470
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
(DD-214)
