Area Director

About Hofstra

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island's largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it's a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Position Title Area Director Position Number 898084 School/Division Residential Life Department Office of Residence Life Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time Description

Reporting to the Director of Residential Education & Director of First-Generation Success Initiatives, the Area Director is a professional, 12-month, live-in position responsible for supporting the mission of the University by developing residential living environments conducive to student learning and academic success, respecting, appreciating, and advocating for the diversity of our student population, and supporting the holistic development of approximately 3,500 campus residents. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manages an overall residential area of approximately 1000-2000 residents.

• Directs supervision and development of 18-22 Resident Assistants, one Graduate Assistant Resident Director, and a residential population of 500-600 residents.

• Trains and evaluates one or more Resident Directors and Graduate Resident Directors and is indirectly responsible for the oversight of their residential populations and resident assistant staffs.

• Responsible for the development of specialized programming in the residence halls, which may include the management and growth of Living Learning Communities (LLCs) and active participation in the student conduct process.

• Manages the area budget, including program spending and tracking.

• Manages staff recruitment, selection and training activities.

• Manages residence hall facility and occupancy.

• Provides critical campus incident response.

• Recruits, interviews, and selects graduate staff and is responsible for reappointment paperwork for graduate staff.

• Provides parent & family outreach and response, responds to office inquiries, and administers additional resident safety procedures.

• Responsible for scheduling and participating in on call responsibilities on a duty rotation basis, logging duty reports, and evening and weekend work.

• Supports large-scale campus events.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

• Two to three years of post-graduate experience working in a Residence Life setting with experience in Residence Hall management and residential staff supervision.

• An established record of accomplishment promoting student development programs and cultivating positive relationships that cultivate a comprehensive student-centered organization.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential.

• Possess a history of good professional judgement, possess high competency computer skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Have strong counseling skills, good professional judgement, and supervisory experience.

• Have high competency computer skills, and a familiarity with systems inclusive of Banner, Star Rez, Navigate, Maxient, and the Microsoft 365 suite, including Access.

• A passion for and experience working with students, families, and colleagues of diverse backgrounds.

• Actively support and attend Divisional (SEES) and University-wide events.

Preferred Qualifications Special Instructions

Please send all application materials to reslifejobs@hofstra.edu

Deadline Open Until Filled Date Posted 06/21/2024 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range $68,000

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

• Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.