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JOB SUMMARY

The Residence Hall Coordinator (RHC), as an educator, provides direction for student learning and academic success while managing, or co-managing the overall administrative, supervisory, and community experiences for a co-educational residence hall area of 500- 900 students. The Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life is committed to the total development of the student within an inclusive community through a residential experience actualized in community experiences, intentional conversations, reflection, restorative practices, and group dialogues. The Department of Housing and Residence Life program is built on a student learning philosophy that values social justice, community, spiritual and personal growth, and academic success. The Residence Hall Coordinator must be committed to working within an innovative environment that is focused on the education of students within a residential setting through the development of cohesive living and learning communities. The successful staff member must have a passion for working with a diverse student population, be committed to student learning and development, possess strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, demonstrate initiative, communicate effectively, have a positive attitude, and an ability to manage structured autonomy. Staff positions in Housing and Residence Life are not traditional office hour positions. Schedules are influenced by student and community needs. There will be times throughout the year when the Residence Hall Coordinator will be expected to work evenings and weekends. Availability during this time will be determined in conjunction with the supervisor.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Residential Curriculum

• Create and implement learning outcome focused lesson plans for building and/or area

• Promote community development at the floor and community level

• Enhance student learning and development through intentional individualized community experience.

• Establish goals and priorities for building inclusive communities.

Staff Supervision, Selection, and Development

• Supervise a variety of student staff, which includes: Resident Advisors, Lead Resident Advisor, Operations Manager, Desk Workers, and a Graduate Hall Coordinator

• Evaluate staff development, based on formal and informal needs assessment, learning outcomes and targeted goals.

• Facilitate meetings with student staff to discuss progress on goals, community experiences, community development, and learning outcomes

• Develop, execute and evaluate recruitment, training, and development for all student staff Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life Residence Hall Coordinator positions

• Foster ideals of Cura Personalis by encouraging individual, personal and professional development

Community Standards and Student Conduct

• Serve as a hearing officer for cases and conduct meetings with student(s) utilizing a Restorative Practices

• Determine responsibility and assign sanctions, such as educational tasks, reflection activities, and community service

• Utilize Maxient (conduct database) to track student incidents and manage assigned cases

• Advise Resident Advisors and student leaders to confront negative student behavior

• Document or assist in the documentation of incidents as they arise

• Be actively involved in the resolution of student issues and concerns in a timely manner

Academic Support & Learning Communities

• Participate in meetings to discuss opportunities, issues, and strategies to promote student learning

• Work with faculty, staff, and student stakeholders to develop integrated experiences for Learning Communities

• Coordinate academic achievement recognition/incentive programs

Student Leadership

• Support the student staff leadership development curriculum

• Advise Community Council executive board for area with opportunities to serve as an adviser for Residence Hall Association and National Residence Hall Honorary

• Participate in the facilitation of student leadership training for student staff and student leaders

• Promote student leadership opportunities within the residence halls and apartments

Assessment

• Utilize quantitative and qualitative assessment to provide quality service to students

• Support and administer approved department and/or division assessment programs/initiatives

• Capture feedback from residents about academic, personal, or community concerns, successes, and issues

• Track and assess intervention efforts for reporting purposes

• Oversee budget process with Community Council Vice President of Finance

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain a balanced schedule of office hours for committee and conduct meetings, staff one-on-ones, and walk-in appointments with students

• Provide written reports such as incident reports, quarterly reports, community development plan and others as assigned

• Oversight of desk operations including payroll approval

• Manage student assignment and occupancy changes within area and in conjunction with Housing Operations

• Coordinate Area opening, closing, and summer transition in conjunction with Housing Operations

• Manage assigned budget accounts Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life Residence Hall Coordinator

• Communicate and coordinate facility related concerns with Facilities personnel

• Manage damage billing process for community damages and student check outs throughout the year in conjunction with Housing Operations

Crisis Intervention/Response

• Serve on-call as a first responder and a point of contact for campus emergencies

• Work with campus partners including but not limited to Dean of Students, Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Student Health and Counseling Center, Office of Student Responsibility and Community Standards, Campus Ministry, and Title IX Office in response to issues/incidents in the areas

• Assist with incident debrief meetings and the Behavioral Concern Committee through providing information and updates on students of concern.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with Campus Ministry to support student growth and development

• Support Division Strategic Priorities and University-Wide Common Core Learning Outcomes

• Assist campus partners with student recruitment initiatives

Committee Involvement

• Serve on at least two departmental committees and task forces as needed

• Assist with departmental and campus wide search committees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience.

A formal Saint Louis University Application must be completed prior to any interview to be considered as a candidate. A The Residence Hall Coordinator position is considered a security sensitive position. Finalists will be subject to a background check. All candidates will be required to submit academic transcripts to verify education.

The Residence Hall Coordinator role requires the successful candidate to reside in a provided on-campus apartment, within the community the Residence Hall Coordinator serves, for the full duration of the appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree with a focus in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, or related field and residential community staff experience.

REMUNERATION

This position is 12 months, with a competitive salary range. The University offers an excellent benefits package, including choices in healthcare, investment opportunities, and tuition remission. Department and divisional professional development funds and opportunities are offered. A furnished, air-conditioned apartment within the assigned residence complex, including utilities, extended basic cable, internet (wired and wireless) connection, personal washer and dryer. Meal plan, parking passes* are provided. *Meal Plan and parking pass are paid for by the Department on your behalf and are subject to all applicable term limits and policies therein.

Function

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.