Assistant Director of Residential Life
Job Description
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University Assistant Director of Residential Life Saint Joseph, Minnesota The Residential Life and Housing department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Assistant Director of Residential Life. The Assistant Director of Residential Life at the College of Saint Benedict oversees housing operations to support the four-year residential experience. This includes managing room assignments for new and returning students, resolving student issues in collaboration with staff, and coordinating with campus partners on assignments, room changes, and facilities. The role also involves overseeing all housing facilities and operations, including renovations, repairs, new construction, and technology, as well as developing departmental materials and managing policies and procedures. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students, the Assistant Director plays a key role in strategic planning for Residential Life and the student development division. Serving approximately 1300 women residents in six residence halls and 13 campus apartment buildings, the Residential Life staff includes a director, assistant director, five live-in residence directors, 40 paraprofessional resident assistants and community advisors, and 8-9 student office assistants. Professional staff members build close connections with students through daily interactions, campus events, and community involvement. INSTITUTIONAL INCLUSION VISIONING STATEMENT The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate and maintain the housing management system (StarRez) to ensure an effective room assignment process for stakeholders, including students, parents, Residential Life staff, Business Office, Student Accessibility Services, and Facilities. Oversee room assignment, selection, and move-in/move-out processes, and manage key/card access. Manage housing billing processes with internal stakeholders. Supervise student employees who staff the central office and front desk. Participate in the Residential Life leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, budget management, policy development, and program growth. Work with Facilities to address maintenance issues in residential areas. Collaborate with the Director of Residential Life to coordinate internal and external communications across multiple media formats. Analyze student enrollment patterns to assess housing needs and recommend eligibility criteria for future housing plans. Assist in preparing the department budget, occupancy and other reports in support of institutional planning and priorities. Serve as a resource for students, families, faculty, and staff regarding room assignments and facility concerns. Represent the institution in housing and residential life matters in various forums, including admission, academic affairs, alumnae, parent groups, community organizations, and college committees. Other duties as assigned.
TO APPLY Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume. If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or [email protected]. It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization. The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr