Resident Director

The Resident Director is a professional staff member (live on) responsible for the overall functioning of their assigned residential areas. The primary responsibilities include initiating, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating efforts in the residential area that will result in educational, social, and cultural growth for the individual student and the entire living community. A Resident Director (RD) at Tulane University fulfills five primary areas within the Office of Housing and Residence Life: Staff Supervision, Community Development, Student Development, Departmental Responsibilities, and Administrative Duties. This position serves as a catalyst for student engagement in the residence hall communities and role models daily interactions with students for student staff.

• Ability to demonstrate commitment to personal and departmental development, professionalism, intercultural education, creativity, collaboration, and initiative.

• Ability to supervise individuals from different backgrounds towards the goal of an inclusive, supportive educational environment.

• Strong administrative and communication skills.

• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution by the date of hire and 4 years directly related residence life work experience.

Master's degree in College Student Personnel or related field. Residence Life experience as well as previous student leadership experience. Crisis response and supervision experience with a focus on student development.