"Residence Life Coordinator"

Job Details

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - a university with strong academic values, diverse programs and learning opportunities, and significant relationships with our community that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Job Summary:

The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) position is a full-time, live-in role that has primary responsibility for managing the daily operations of multiple apartment style residence halls within a residential area. Key functions include student staff selection, training, and supervision, student conduct adjudication, policy enforcement, student leadership development, and community building through programmatic efforts.

The RLC is expected to implement a student development approach and in all aspects of the position be guided by the core values of respect, education, inclusion, care, and service. The RLC will work with and collaborate with the Senior Residence Life Coordinator (SRLC), Associate Director of Housing and Residence Life, Director of Housing & Residence Life, as well as other administrative staff.

Required Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required

Required Experience: Familiarity with staff supervision, student support, student conduct violations, and proficiency in PC-based applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Social Work, Education, or related field

Preferred Experience: Prior housing and resident life experience. Will consider an equivalent combination or education and experience.

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.

At UNO, we are Mavericks—independent thinkers, resilient leaders, and relentless problem-solvers—driven to make a difference in our communities and beyond.

As a member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO provides a comprehensive NUFlex benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; retirement plans with TIAA and Fidelity; flexible spending accounts; and wellness and mental health resources. Many of our employees enjoy a university-wide holiday break in December, made possible in part by five floating holidays, in addition to eight fixed paid holidays. Other benefits include generous vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition remission for employees and eligible family members, access to discount programs, and robust support for work-life balance.

Information at a Glance

Req Id: 856

Campus Label: University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO)

Org Unit: University Village UNO

Job Location: Omaha, NE 68182

Application Review Date: 9/11/25

Open Until Filled: Yes

Advertised Salary: $43,888/year

Job Type: Full-Time

Worksite Eligibility: On-site

Benefits Eligible: Yes

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Marshall Kole

Special Instructions to Applicant: The incumbent for this position is required to live in on-campus housing.

*The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.*

Posting Start Date: 9/4/25