RESIDENCE HALL COORDINATOR

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the daily management and operation of a residential area of 1-6 halls. Coordinate administrative, assessment, maintenance, community development and conduct responsibilities for a residential community. Directly supervise a student staff of 11–26, consisting of Residence Hall Managers (RHMs), Resident Assistants (RAs) and Community Programmers (CPs). Participate in student behavioral interventions using an educational approach; provide on call coverage; facilitate residence hall programming efforts; support student academic success and leadership development. Assist with departmental initiatives including Living Learning communities and student staff selection, training & evaluation. Respond independently to emergency situations and coordinate departmental responses. This is a live-in position requiring on-call responsibilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         Bachelor’s degree (to be completed by time of hire);

·         A minimum of two academic years student residence hall leadership experience or student affairs related experience OR one academic year of professional experience in a residence hall setting or student affairs related position;

·         Well-developed interpersonal communication skills, including oral and written communication;

·         Experience that illustrates an understanding of diversity issues;

·         Evidence of ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and the ability to foster communities that support diversity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         Master’s Degree in Higher Education or related field;

·         Experience working within a living learning community with specific programmatic requirements;

·         Experience with the following responsibilities:

- supervision of student staff

- interpersonal counseling

- behavioral interventions

- program coordination

- recruitment and training for student groups

- live-in residential experience;

·         Computer skills with word processing familiarity.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line Human Resources application at www.cwu.edu/~hr and attach:

·         A letter of application clearly demonstrating how education and experience: (a) meet the required qualifications, and (b) demonstrate ability to perform the responsibilities as described;

·         Resume; and

·          Names and contact information for three references

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact: Kim Olsen, University Housing and New Student Programs, at 509-963-1324.  Please contact Human Resources at AskHr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.

APPOINTMENT

Central Washington University provides all of its civil service exempt employees with a generous benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement, 12 days of sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year and a vacation plan of 22 days per year. (# of days based on a full-time, 12-month position.)

This is currently a 10.5 month position and the selected applicant will be scheduled for 1.5 months of leave without pay each year. It is possible that it will become a 12 month position.

SALARY RANGE

$23,000-$25,000

Furnished 2-bedroom apartment

MISSION

The Office of University Housing and New Student Programs develops premier residential communities and programs that promote student learning and personal development. Our co-curricular practices and partnerships help students acclimate to the University environment, augment classroom instruction, and prepare students to become lifelong learners. Students involved in our programs are challenged to grow in the areas of personal wellness, integrity, and responsible citizenship as well as become culturally and academically competent.

ABOUT CWU

Central Washington University is a comprehensive, master’s degree-granting institution that provides high quality programs to more than 13,000 people at eight locations. Founded in 1891, the Ellensburg campus is located in the heart of Washington State, nestled between the Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River. Since 1975, CWU has served the needs of place bound students at its campus locations statewide.

CWU is an AA/EEO/Title IX Institution.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by contacting

509-963-1324 or CDS@cwu.edu.

Summary:

Canadian Campus Communities (CCC) holds the Resident Director (RD) responsible for the individual and collective development of all students of an apartment community. The RD reports to the Assistant General Manager for Residence Life.  We currently have an opening at our property located in Calgary, AB.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

Community Assistant (CA) Staff

·         Supervision of the CA staff, including scheduling, training, developing, and performance evaluation

·         Conduct weekly meetings

·         Conduct bi-weekly individual meetings

Life Safety of Employees and Residents

·         Live on-site, being available for after hours on-call response

·         Provide crisis prevention and intervention

Student and Community Development

·         Coordinate Monthly Newsletter

·         Implement educational programming model

·         Implement social events

·         Oversee Community Council

·         Oversee student and community development by CA staff

·         Handle student discipline and policy enforcement

Facility Management and Operations

·         Assist in daily operations, including providing staffing during Office Hours

·         Knowledgeable of the opening/closing procedures

·         Knowledgeable within the areas of leasing, vendor relations, and the budget

·         Administrative duties as assigned

CCC Obligations

·         Serve as CCC representative and liaison in all interactions

·         Assist in corporate projects as requested

·         Serve as Public Relations representative to all interested parties

·         Maintain ongoing communications with university officials

·         Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelors degree in business; or 2 years experience in the student/multi-family housing industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in residence life, student development, wellness programming, events planning, crisis prevention and intervention.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business/financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to

respond to common inquiries or complaints from residents, prospective tenants, or members of

management. Ability to write business correspondence and proposals that conform to prescribed style and format of the Company.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions,

percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of email, internet, word

processing software, spreadsheet software, and property management software.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. The employee may infrequently drive a vehicle (intrastate and interstate travel) or be subject to air travel for purposes of Company business.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Brian Sellen

General Manager

bsellen@studenthousing.com

403-284-8013

UHDS recognizes the importance of learning both in and out of the classroom, and supports the concept of education as an individual as well as a community experience. UHDS strives to provide students, faculty, staff, and guests with safe, economical, convenient, and comfortable living and dining options, and the department works to maintain the highest educational and service standards. UHDS houses 4,000 students and offers a variety of living and dining options in 14 residence halls, four cooperatives, three dining centers, two coffee shops, a market, and a limited number of family apartments. UHDS is an auxiliary enterprise which is funded solely by customers who use our services — we receive no State or General fund allocation. UHDS is committed to an appreciation for diversity, and fosters an open, respectful and enjoyable living, learning and working environment.

The Residential Conferences and Building Services Coordinator (RCBSC) serves as a member of the Residential Conferences team, as well as the Operations and Facilities unit within University Housing and Dining Services. This position works predominantly with the Residential Conferences and Building Services programs but also has responsibilities within the overall unit. In collaboration with the Operations Manager for Residential Conferences and Building Services, the RCBSC provides programmatic leadership to and manages the Building Services program, as well as the year-round Scholar and Guest Housing program. This position hires, trains, supervises, and assigns work to Building Services Assistants (BSA), a part-time student team during the academic year and a full-time student team during the summer, as well as the Scholar Housing Manager student position and student administrative assistant. Exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and communication and relationship building skills are necessary for success in this position. The BCBSC position requires infrequent and unpredictable crisis response, particularly during the summer conference session.

This position reports to the Operations Manager for Residential Conferences and Building Services. In addition to programmatic leadership listed above, the RCBSC is responsible for all logistical planning and implementation associated with Residential Conferences and Building Services. These include:

•  Summer and academic year residential conferences
• Building Services
• Scholar and Guest Housing
• INTO OSU and international student hospitality

A personal and professional commitment to providing excellent customer service and creating inclusive environments is a core value of University Housing and Dining Services.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling Leadership, Education, International Studies, Business, Hospitality or Hotel Management, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated staff supervision skills.
• Must have experience with information management systems, report generation and information auditing, maintaining data bases, and producing memos and correspondences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines within an environment of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to foster an environment for a staff that encourages high level of customer service and performance.
• This position has daily, direct contact with customers, so it requires good oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
• Basic competence with technology (e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets and databases).
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Must be able to prioritize assignments and have multiple tasks and projects in progress at any one time.
• Pursuant to Oregon Law and UHDS Policy, this position is required to maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) certification (if cognitively and physically able to do so). Annual training is provided at department expense. Duty to act ends at summoning professional emergency assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Counseling Leadership, Education, International Studies, Hospitality or Hotel Management, Business or a closely related field.
• Professional experience outlined above in College or University Residential Life/Housing/Conferences/Student Affairs setting (GTA or equivalent experience may qualify).
• Experience working with an on-campus housing system.
• Experience with Banner, FIS, and HRIS or similar information management systems.

Salary

38,000-44,000

For a complete job description and how to apply, visit http://oregonstate.edu/jobs posting # 0008944

Closes May 2nd 2012

 The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional-growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual achievement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

 The Facilities Specialist for Projects and Technology will manage visual communications technology installation and support in HFS residential halls, apartments and offices.  This position reports to the Assistant Director for Facilities and Operations and serves as a member of a results-oriented team where an open, cooperative and collaborative style achieves innovative solutions. The successful candidate will be challenged by the balance between managing large projects and responding to the day-to-day needs of the Department.

 Key Responsibilities include:

·         Manage specification, installation and user support of visual communication technologies and hardware installed in HFS halls, apartments and offices.

·         Create and maintain product specifications for projectors, facility control systems, smart boards, sound systems, digital signage, dashboards, scanners, security cameras, and other technologies used for meetings, training and visual communication.

·         Coordinate programming and functionality of lighting control systems, laundry control systems, emergency communications systems

·         Monitor the quality of construction design documents, project schedules and project budgets to ensure HFS standards are met

·         Develop and manage ongoing maintenance and preventive maintenance programs

 Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in business, communications, information technology or a related field and three years of experience working with visual communications technology that demonstrates: 

·         Basic knowledge of visual communication technology systems and hardware

·         Ability to develop cost estimates and schedules

·         Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

·         Positive customer service orientation

·         Ability to function as a leader and a team member

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may substitute for requirements.

 To apply and obtain more information about this position and requirements, please visit the University’s employment website at www.washington.edu/jobs, Req #83388. This position is open until filled; however, for priority consideration, please apply online by Sunday, April 29, 2012

 For questions and assistance with your online application, feel free to contact the UWHIRES Help Desk at 206-543-2544 or uwhires@uw.edu. The UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer