Saint Joseph's University
Residential Area Manager
Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19102
locations
Philadelphia - Hawk Hill
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted Yesterday
job requisition id
JR100934
Position Title: Residential Area Manager
Time Type: Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications: The Residential Area Manager works cooperatively with the Residence Life staff to create a positive and inclusive living-learning community for students consistent with the University's Jesuit mission. The Residential Area Manager position is a live-in position, responsible for the overall management of a residential area of 300-600 students. The primary focus of the position is on student development and learning, within the context of building vibrant, inclusive communities. The Residential Area Manager supervises a staff of 7-16 Resident Assistants (RA) and 1 Head Resident Assistant. This position works closely with other members of the Residence Life team and Student Life staff to provide area leadership, programming and a living environment that complements students' educational experiences. Additional responsibilities include serving in a shared on-call emergency management rotation, serving as a student conduct hearing officer, assisting in the implementation of departmental initiatives such as RA Selection and RA Training, and working with Public Safety and Facilities Management to promote student safety and advocate for the physical care of residential spaces.
Essential Duties & Responsibilites: (include but are not limited to) Manage an assigned residential area of 300-600 resident students. Train, supervise, and evaluate 7 to 16 Resident Assistants and 1 Head Resident Assistant. Enforce and interpret University and Residence Life policies. Serve as a student conduct hearing officer to adjudicate violations of University policies. Rotate weekday, weekend, and University holiday on-call duty with the other RAM staff. Facilitate departmental and area programming and community development based on the departmental programming model and other University priorities. In cooperation with departmental leadership, ensure the participation in and success of Residential Learning Communities and special housing communities assigned to the area, if applicable. Effectively manage budget responsibilities for residential area programming. Assist with the coordination of and actively participate in Residence Life student
staff selection,
training, and evaluation processes. Assist with the implementation of departmental processes and operations including housing selection, assessment efforts, recruitment efforts, orientations, and occasional office operations
coverage. Work closely with the entire Residence Life staff to ensure that the department is fulfilling its responsibility to provide a positive and inclusive living experience for all residents.
In cooperation with the Housing Operations central staff members, assess and actively manage the physical condition of the residence halls relative to their cleanliness and maintenance needs. Complete routine health and safety
inspections. Keep accurate records of damages and fines for student billing. Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with the members of Facilities Management, Housekeeping, Dining Services, Public Safety, and the Student Life Team. Coordinate and/or actively participate in key summer projects including, but not limited to: summer term housing and special residential program oversight, housing assignments, New Student Orientation, revision of publications and staff manuals, planning of fall RA Training, early arrival programs, and other special projects. Secondary Duties & Responsibilities
: Work collaboratively with members of Student Life and others members of the University community to establish a positive campus environment in which students excel academically, spiritually, and
personally. Attend professional seminars, training, and/or conferences relevant to the responsibilities of the position. Participate in and contribute to the professional development efforts of the Office of Residence Life and the Division of Student Life. Occasionally assist with the implementation of
campus-wide programs
and Student Life events. Work respectfully with all staff, students, and parents regardless of their race, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age,
or disability. Communicate the Jesuit philosophy, departmental mission, and University policies to the residential community, parents, students, and personnel as
appropriate. Maintain a high degree of professionalism and serve as a positive role model to staff and
students. Serve on University and Student Life committees as necessary. Other assigned duties. Minimum Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree. Strong supervision, communication, and managerial skills are necessary. Availability to live in the residence halls. Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph's University. Preferred: Master's Degree in Student Personnel, Counseling, Higher Education or closely related major is preferred. 1 - 3 years prior Residence Life experience at the graduate or professional level. Demonstrated ability to be student focused. Previous demonstration of a collaborative work style. Demonstrated commitment to nurturing inclusive communities within the residence halls. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Shared on-call duty rotation for evenings, weekends, and University holidays;
occasional evening/weekend
hours in order to attend programs, training sessions, and meet with students. While employed in this position, you are required to live in one of the University's residence halls. As such, included in your employment offer is the use of a furnished apartment in a residence hall with utilities paid by the University. In addition, a 9-month university meal plan is available to you while the University is in session. Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about
and to make a positive contribution to
our mission. Saint Joseph's University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE Saint Joseph's University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University's Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University's response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit
www.sju.edu/titleix
. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights
. Pay Transparency & Benefits Overview
Please
click to read
more about the university's approach to pay and benefits transparency. Adjunct instructor compensation can be found in the article. Otherwise, an estimated pay range is listed below. This position's estimated pay range is: $41,900.00 - $45,700.00
Philadelphia - Hawk Hill
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted Yesterday
job requisition id
JR100934
Position Title: Residential Area Manager
Time Type: Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications: The Residential Area Manager works cooperatively with the Residence Life staff to create a positive and inclusive living-learning community for students consistent with the University's Jesuit mission. The Residential Area Manager position is a live-in position, responsible for the overall management of a residential area of 300-600 students. The primary focus of the position is on student development and learning, within the context of building vibrant, inclusive communities. The Residential Area Manager supervises a staff of 7-16 Resident Assistants (RA) and 1 Head Resident Assistant. This position works closely with other members of the Residence Life team and Student Life staff to provide area leadership, programming and a living environment that complements students' educational experiences. Additional responsibilities include serving in a shared on-call emergency management rotation, serving as a student conduct hearing officer, assisting in the implementation of departmental initiatives such as RA Selection and RA Training, and working with Public Safety and Facilities Management to promote student safety and advocate for the physical care of residential spaces.
Essential Duties & Responsibilites: (include but are not limited to) Manage an assigned residential area of 300-600 resident students. Train, supervise, and evaluate 7 to 16 Resident Assistants and 1 Head Resident Assistant. Enforce and interpret University and Residence Life policies. Serve as a student conduct hearing officer to adjudicate violations of University policies. Rotate weekday, weekend, and University holiday on-call duty with the other RAM staff. Facilitate departmental and area programming and community development based on the departmental programming model and other University priorities. In cooperation with departmental leadership, ensure the participation in and success of Residential Learning Communities and special housing communities assigned to the area, if applicable. Effectively manage budget responsibilities for residential area programming. Assist with the coordination of and actively participate in Residence Life student
staff selection,
training, and evaluation processes. Assist with the implementation of departmental processes and operations including housing selection, assessment efforts, recruitment efforts, orientations, and occasional office operations
coverage. Work closely with the entire Residence Life staff to ensure that the department is fulfilling its responsibility to provide a positive and inclusive living experience for all residents.
In cooperation with the Housing Operations central staff members, assess and actively manage the physical condition of the residence halls relative to their cleanliness and maintenance needs. Complete routine health and safety
inspections. Keep accurate records of damages and fines for student billing. Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with the members of Facilities Management, Housekeeping, Dining Services, Public Safety, and the Student Life Team. Coordinate and/or actively participate in key summer projects including, but not limited to: summer term housing and special residential program oversight, housing assignments, New Student Orientation, revision of publications and staff manuals, planning of fall RA Training, early arrival programs, and other special projects. Secondary Duties & Responsibilities
: Work collaboratively with members of Student Life and others members of the University community to establish a positive campus environment in which students excel academically, spiritually, and
personally. Attend professional seminars, training, and/or conferences relevant to the responsibilities of the position. Participate in and contribute to the professional development efforts of the Office of Residence Life and the Division of Student Life. Occasionally assist with the implementation of
campus-wide programs
and Student Life events. Work respectfully with all staff, students, and parents regardless of their race, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age,
or disability. Communicate the Jesuit philosophy, departmental mission, and University policies to the residential community, parents, students, and personnel as
appropriate. Maintain a high degree of professionalism and serve as a positive role model to staff and
students. Serve on University and Student Life committees as necessary. Other assigned duties. Minimum Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree. Strong supervision, communication, and managerial skills are necessary. Availability to live in the residence halls. Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph's University. Preferred: Master's Degree in Student Personnel, Counseling, Higher Education or closely related major is preferred. 1 - 3 years prior Residence Life experience at the graduate or professional level. Demonstrated ability to be student focused. Previous demonstration of a collaborative work style. Demonstrated commitment to nurturing inclusive communities within the residence halls. Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Shared on-call duty rotation for evenings, weekends, and University holidays;
occasional evening/weekend
hours in order to attend programs, training sessions, and meet with students. While employed in this position, you are required to live in one of the University's residence halls. As such, included in your employment offer is the use of a furnished apartment in a residence hall with utilities paid by the University. In addition, a 9-month university meal plan is available to you while the University is in session. Saint Joseph's University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about
and to make a positive contribution to
our mission. Saint Joseph's University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE Saint Joseph's University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University's Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University's response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit
www.sju.edu/titleix
. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights
. Pay Transparency & Benefits Overview
Please
click to read
more about the university's approach to pay and benefits transparency. Adjunct instructor compensation can be found in the article. Otherwise, an estimated pay range is listed below. This position's estimated pay range is: $41,900.00 - $45,700.00