About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff.
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic, and social value.
We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice.
Departmental Overview
Residential and Student Service Programs (RSSP) is the first introduction to the UC Berkeley campus for incoming students. As such, we ensure the maintenance of a safe and comfortable place for students to live; nourishment of their bodies, minds and hearts; and access to campus resources, including programs designed to nurture their children. Graduate & Family Living (GFL) is a part of the RSSP portfolio, providing critical services to approximately 2500 residents of the family housing unit and approximately 1200 individual graduate students in four graduate student facilities.
Position Summary
The Senior Community Director (SCD) resides in Graduate & Family Living and is charged with providing support to the academic mission of the university by contributing to the students out-of-classroom experience. The incumbent oversees an area of approximately 200-250 households including undergraduate and graduate students who have family support responsibilities and 150-300 single graduate students. This position is a live-in position that includes an unfurnished apartment.
Responsibilities
Supervision and Training
- Supervise 3-6 student paraprofessional and part-time employees.
- Participate in student, part-time, and professional staff selection processes.
- Execute semi-annual staff training and ongoing professional development activities.
- Provide employees with formal performance evaluations, feedback, and performance management.
Community Development
- Oversee personal, social, and academic development of community members.
- Create, advise, and implement community-based programming model.
Crisis Management and Residents of Concern
- Enforce policies and procedures.
- Facilitate conversations with students, staff, residential family members, and emergency contacts in conduct and crises.
- Participate in SCD on-duty rotation.
Leadership and Administration
- Participate in and co-chair departmental committees.
- Manage assigned programmatic budget.
Partnerships
- Establish and maintain positive partnerships with other campus teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- At least 2 years of full-time, professional Residence Life experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, ethnic studies, social work, or related field.
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