Area Coordinator, Portland State University
Portland State University
Area Coordinator of Residence Life
Position Announcement
Portland State University invites applicants for the position of Area Coordinator of Residence Life. Portland State University is a dynamic, progressive institution located in a thriving metropolitan area noted for its commitment to quality of life. Portland State University is a nationally acclaimed leader in community-based learning and educational reform and serves more than 26,000 students with a mix of 76% undergraduate and 24% graduate students.
Position: PSU is seeking two Area Coordinators who will report to the Director of Residence Life to contribute to the development and management of a comprehensive Residence Life program. This staff will provide leadership and direction for up to 45 paraprofessional staff to ensure the oversight of the operation of 10 buildings that house approximately 2000 residents (including PSU students and their domestic partners and family members). The staff is expected to contribute to the fostering of an environment for learning and social interaction that supports the mission of the University and to promote and model teamwork and establishment of an inclusive, supportive, collaborative, service-oriented multicultural environment. The Residence Life Program will support the mission of the University through strategic planning efforts in collaboration with academic affairs and student services. Residence Life Program staff will respond to resident student issues, concerns, and emergencies; develop appropriate committees; work cooperatively with other University departments to create co-curricular and experiential learning experiences for students; contribute to stewardship of campus climate, and contribute to assessment and evaluation of programs within student affairs. This is a full-time, live-in, fixed-term, 12-month unclassified, unrepresented, overtime exempt appointment. Candidates for this position are subject to a criminal background check.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelors Degree with one or more years of residence life experience and in living learning community development. The ability to work effectively on a team. Strong problem-solving skills in the context of interpersonal and group relations, strong analytical skills, and strong oral communication skills. Scheduling flexibility to meet residents’ needs. Must pass a criminal background check.
Other Preferred Qualifications
A Masters Degree and two years experience working in a college or university environment. Experience working with traditional first-year college transition issues and academic success. Staff training or experience in leadership development, supervision, program planning and evaluation.
For complete position description please visit www.hr.pdx.edu
Compensation
The starting annual salary rate for these positions will be between $27,500 and $30,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience with an excellent benefits package including fully paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or one dependant at any of the Oregon University System schools.
To Apply: Please submit cover letter, resume (correspondence will be done primarily via email, so please submit an email address in your application), and the names and addresses of at least three references to:
Kevin Vandehey
Portland State University
P.O. Box 751, Office of Residence Life
Portland, OR 97207-0751
kgv@pdx.edu
Phone: 503/725-2450
Fax: 503/725-2454
Screening of applications will begin May 25, 2010 and remain open until finalists are identified. Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.