Director Of Housing & Residential Education

Req Id: 31922

Job Title: Director of Housing & Residential Education

Job Description:

Overview of Director, Housing and Residential Education

This position is located on our Hammond, IN campus

Our Department of Housing and Residential Education at Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Director to join our University Village Community. We create an inclusive and positive student-centered environment by providing affordable, safe and convenient apartment-style living. Through high-quality, interactive and relevant programs, we support and complement each residential student's academic experience. With our dedication to co-curricular practices, we continue to build and enhance the PNW on campus experience; equipping our residents to become productive global citizens. Click here for more information about Housing at Purdue University Northwest.

Duties and Responsibilities of Director, Housing and Residential Education

• Supervise two housing senior leadership positions at the associate or assistant director level as well as the Housing Clerk.

• Implement and enforce housing policies while also addressing student needs and providing appropriate training to housing staff to support these areas.

• Oversee housing budget, including approving expenditures and making decisions, in conjunction with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Housing and Student Life about large department projects and expenditures. This also includes management of the housing collection process and approving hall improvement projects in coordination with the Housing Facilities Manager.

• Manages the occupancy of University Village by ensuring that housing services are marketed appropriately and by strong oversight of the assignments process. This position will manage all off campus housing options as required to manage hall occupancy and be involved in the master planning for housing at PNW.

• Assess housing services and make necessary changes based on these assessments with a goal of continuous improvement.

Benefits of Director, Housing and Residential Education

• Full benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more

• Accrue 22 days' vacation plus roll over

• University contribution of 10% to retirement immediately

• University contributions to Health Savings Account -

• Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives

• 10 paid holidays

• Employee Wellness Programs

• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service

• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

PNW sits between Chicago's skyscrapers and Lake Michigan's sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

Education of Director, Housing and Residential Education

• Master's Degree in Higher Education or a related field

Experience of Director, Housing and Residential Education

• 5-10 years, post masters, professional experience working in university housing.

Core Competencies of Director, Housing and Residential Education

• Evidence of good communication skills

• Strong collaboration experience with other campus units

• Experience working with a budget

• Ability to lead a team of student and professional staff

• Occupancy management skills, including working with assignments and a housing software system (e.g. Star Rez, RMS, etc…)

• Experience creating and implementing new programs

• Experience working in a diverse environment and creating programs to support a diverse student population

• Be able to articulate the importance of student development and ways they have supported and challenged students using this knowledge

Additional Information

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an EOE/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Posting Start Date: 5/30/24