Assistant Director Of Residential Learning

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

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Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Department of Resident Life

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Residential Learning oversees Residential Learning Communities and academic initiatives, collaborating with campus partners to enhance student success and quality. This role involves leading departmental efforts in curriculum development, assessment, and other learning initiatives, while working closely with the Residence Education Leadership Team. This position supervises 1-3 graduate assistants and reports to the Associate Director of Residence Education, supporting the University's academic mission and student academic success on residential campuses.

This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA 's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts to provide seamless living learning environments that enhance the achievement of classroom learning objectives for students by partnering with students, academic staff, faculty, stakeholders and hall staff. This includes support for the creation and implementation of opportunities for residents and faculty members to interact outside of the traditional classroom setting

• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate graduate assistant(s) in collaboration with the Graduate Assistant Recruitment Process and provide on-going guidance, support, and feedback to supervisees

• Work collaboratively with peer Assistant Directors of Residence Education to provide evaluative information for Resident Directors

• Manage assigned budgets within established guidelines

• Collaborate with Director, Associate Directors, Assistant Directors for Residence Education, and other staff on projects and initiatives as needed

• Establish Advisory Boards for each Residential Learning Community. Serve as an advisor to the board members to ensure the board completes the following: (1) plans and implements an orientation program for RLC participants, (2) execute two advisory board meetings per month, (3) ensure each community plans and implements strategies to achieve RLC goals

• Serve in assigned on-campus Residence Education Leadership Team crisis management rotation, being responsible for welfare of 6,400 students, during assigned duty weeks

• Oversees the marketing and recruitment efforts for Residential Learning Community participants

• Develop and implement an annual assessment plan for Residential Learning Community participants and ensures the program standards and results compare favorably to national standards and best practices

• Develop materials for RLC 1000, a connected course for specific Residential Learning Communities

• Develop and implement a plan to support the academic success of residential students

• Collaborate with various campus partners including, but not limited to, University Libraries, Academic Success Center, Student Success, Trio, Student Support Services, and others to provide academic support opportunities for residential students

• Ensure curricular student success and learning goals are communicated to campus partners involved in Residential Learning Communities and Academic Initiatives

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Master's Degree in Higher Education Student Services, Counseling or a related field

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of of post-masters, progressive experience in a supervisory position in a residence hall environment
• A strong desire to work directly with college students

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Five (5) or more years of of post-masters, progressive experience in a supervisory position in a residence hall environment

Proposed Salary

$50,000 - $63,700

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

• Experience working with or managing a Residential Learning Community

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills

• Demonstrated skills in the following areas: leadership, supervision, crisis intervention, group dynamics, flexibility, professionalism, co-curricular competencies, student development, academic success & support initiatives, and programming in a residence hall setting

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on May 31, 2024.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation

• Work generally performed in office environment

• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours to evenings and weekends

• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

• Travel required

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education