Residence Director - Graduate Level, Housing and Residence Life

The Residence Directors (RDs) are appointed by the Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life.

General Summary of Duties:

The Residence Director is a live-in master's or doctoral-level student who is responsible for the operation of one or two residential areas. This position requires the Residence Director to reside in their assigned on-campus apartment throughout the term of their appointment. The Residence Director is charged with shaping the environment and experiences of residential students by providing services and programs focused on Marywood mission and core values. The Residence Director fosters an environment which enhances student intellectual, social, spiritual and personal development; provides educational opportunities and academic support for students. The Residence Director selects, supervises, evaluates and trains RAs; serves as a conduct Hearing Officer in adjudicating policy violations; serves on the University’s on-call rotation; and is expected to respond to emergency situations as needed. The Residence Director also serves as a resource person and as the primary institutional representative responsible for Residence Hall administration according to University philosophy and policy.

Essential Functions:

The Residence Director is responsible for communicating Housing and Residence Life processes, procedures, activities, programs, issues, and concerns between the Housing and Residence Life Office and resident students.

The Residence Director establishes a rapport with students within their assigned residential area and assists students in the adjustment to university life.

The Residence Director articulates and implements University and Housing and Residence Life policies and will counsel, advise, and refer students when necessary.

Serve as a member of the Marywood University Conduct team and serve in roles as assigned. Understand and support the divisional protocol regarding the Student Code of Conduct.

The Residence Director will assist with case management of students within their assigned areas providing check-ins and follow-up as needed.

The Residence Director is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of Residence Assistant (RAs) staff and provides ongoing training, supervision, evaluation and discipline for their assigned staff.

The Residence Director is responsible for efficient openings and closings of a residence hall, check-ins/outs that occur throughout the year, and all administrative duties associated with these processes.

Plan, implement and participate in Residence Assistant selection, training, supervision and evaluation. The Residence Director will directly supervise Resident Assistants within their assigned areas, and is responsible for scheduling Resident Assistants for duty coverage of their assigned residential area(s) including week days, weekends, and breaks.

Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful community. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Assume rotating on-call responsibility as assigned to support Housing and Residence Life.

Serve on campus committees as appointed.

Required Competencies:

A demonstrated ability to supervise student staff and maintain a rapport with residential students.

Promotes an inclusive community through role modeling, challenging others, and emphasizing respect.

Excellent communication, team building, and interpersonal skills along with a proven capacity for working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational, time management and analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree and previous experience in residence life or in a collegiate setting.

Compensation: includes board while classes are in session during the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters, a furnished apartment, tuition remission (up to 24 credits annually), and a monthly stipend. All other University fees are the responsibility of the Residence Director. The Residence Director must be enrolled full-time as a Marywood graduate or doctoral student.