Residence Life Coordinator, Mount Royal University

RESIDENCE LIFE COORDINATOR

Public Relations Assistant V

Full-time

Residence Services

COMPETITION#: 9584SB

The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is a full time live-in professional who plays a pivotal role in the Residence Life Program. They supervise the day-to-day operations of an assigned residence community, while fostering a positive environment for student transitions. The RLC reports to the Assistant Manager of Residence Services and is responsible for the overall organization and implementation of the Residence Life Program. This includes, but is not limited to:

DUTIES:

· Direct student and community development based on the values and mission statement of Residence Services

· Foster a living-learning environment whereby student academic success is a key focus

· Recruit, train and supervise para-professional staff

· Advise all student leadership programs including the Residence Activities Council

· Liaise with academic and service departments within the University to support student, para-professional staff, and community needs

· Oversee all programming initiatives, including para-professional staff and student leadership events and activities

· Be actively visible in the assigned student community and provide individual support and guidance for student issues and concerns

· Manage the residence student judicial process

· Participate in a 24×7 shared on-call support system

· Provide emergency crisis response

· Complete a number of administrative duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Undergraduate degree required along with a minimum of 2 years progressive experience in residence life or equivalent combination of education & experience

· Demonstrated leadership experience (particularly in a residence setting)

· Ability to adapt in a changing work environment

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and conflict management skills

· Demonstrated experience in supervision and program presentation

· Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Power Point.

HOURS OF WORK: Flexible, including evening and weekend hours

Note: This is a mandatory live-in position. Residence Services will assign a private suite within the residence complex.

SALARY: $2,186.46 – $2,274.25 semi-monthly

CLOSING DATE: February 15, 2010

REPLY TO: MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

4825 MOUNT ROYAL GATE S.W.