Resident Director (Pool)

Ohio University Athens , OH 45701

Posted 1 month ago

Job Title Resident Director (Pool) Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the public , University Wide Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting is part of our continuous recruitment and hiring program for Resident Directors. We hire these positions nearly year-round. Please complete the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: cover letter, resume, and list of names/phone numbers of three current references. One reference must be your current or most recent supervisor.

Applications will be accepted, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis until the positions have been filled.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement. Posting Number 20165750S Job Description

Ohio University's Department of Housing and Residence Life is committed to helping every Bobcat discover their potential and make a meaningful impact. The department seeks candidates for a full-time Resident Director position, a twelve-month administrative contract position within the Department of Housing & Residence Life which reports directly to an Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life. Directly supervising a residential community comprised of 200-600 residents, as well as the potential to supervise Graduate Resident Directors, the RD position is an integral part of the Housing and Residence Life team. The department has designed and implementation of a residential curriculum and RDs will have the opportunity to be part of establishing a curricular approach at OU, as well as the further development of the Special Living Experience at Ohio University.

In addition to unique opportunities within various communities, RDs have the following core responsibilities:

  • Supervise a team of student staff, and graduate staff, depending on community.

  • Design and implementation of an educational and community development plan for their residential community.

  • Advise hall council.

  • Facilitate a variety of business operations processes that support the residential experience.

  • Manage crisis and facilities concerns, in addition to serving in an on-call rotation.

  • Serving as a university hearing officer.

Successful candidates will possess skills to:

  • Foster strong, inclusive residential communities.

  • Build relationships with residents and department colleagues.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to intentional learning and assessment.

  • Mentor and coach staff with intentionality.

  • Collaborate with faculty and staff across the institution.

Requirements for Position:

  • Bachelor's degree required by start date.

  • Some relevant work experience required.

In the Division of Student Affairs, we demonstrate effort for all to understand their individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments and use a perspective of Social Justice in their work. We define Social Justice as an active process and commitment to promoting equity through the (1) identification and removal of barriers, (2) facilitation of learning, (3) cultivation of community, and (4) empowerment of people. We work to address needs related to student development and well-being in order to increase retention, academic progress and graduation rates. We dedicate ourselves to advancing cultural competency at Ohio University, the surrounding community, and the world.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa status, based on federal regulations.

Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Ohio University is a member of the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required by start date.

Some relevant work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field required by start date.

  • The ability to understand and put into practice theories and models related to student development.

  • Demonstrated supervisory skills including training and on-going developmental supervision.

  • Experience in developing and implementing student focused programming.

  • Evidence of strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience in facilitating student conduct hearings.

  • Commitment to issues and matters relating to the field of Student Affairs.

  • Experience responding to crisis situation and students in crisis.

Department Residence Life, Director's Office Pay Rate

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and more.

Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits

Job Open Date 10/09/2023 Posting Close Date

Applications will be accepted, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis until positions have been filled.

Job Category Administrative at-will appointment Months 12 month Planning Unit Vice President for Student Affairs Work Schedule

Typically, Monday

  • Friday, 8:00 am

  • 5:00 pm; however, evenings and weekends will be required due to Division/Departmental priorities.

Campus Athens Expected hours worked per week 40 hrs. Expected duration of assignment Ongoing Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Jen Maskiell, flowersj@ohio.edu Non-Discrimination Statement

Job Information

Employment Type full-time regular Job Family/Subfamily Student Affairs-Student Housing Career Track & Level M 2 Pay Grade CA&P|15|

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