Berea College
Location :
Berea Job Type:
Full-Time Division:
Student Life Department:
Student Life Opening Date:
06/25/2025 FLSA:
Exempt Salary Grade:
6 Labor Supervisor?:
Yes
Please note that references provided at the time of application for staff positions will not be contacted until the applicant has been offered the position. Description:
The Residence Life Coordinator is a 12-month live-in, professional staff member responsible for creating welcoming residential environments that facilitate student engagement and involvement within the residence hall and greater campus community. The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the safety, security, and well-being of residential students living on campus. In support of Berea College's eight Great Commitments, the Residence Life Coordinator will seek to foster diverse, equitable, and inclusive spaces that support educational opportunity and an understanding of the dignity of labor. The Residence Life Coordinator will oversee core housing and residence life responsibilities while also maintaining Student Life goals, policies, and administrative processes. This individual must have the ability to multi-task, work in integrative team structures, and be autonomous. Your Key Responsibilities:
Foster a vibrant and inclusive residential community by employing innovative ideas and approaches. Promote resident development as interdependent responsible community members who respect diversity and differences. Work effectively with a culturally diverse population of students to coach, mentor, and support dynamic needs. Employ educational principles to address concerns and encourage conflict resolution through mediation. Proactively develop opportunities to engage diverse communities and build inclusive environments. Invest in relationships and programs to celebrate and support culturally diverse student populations. Facilitate student belonging and safety in gender-inclusive and co-educational residential communities, fostering inclusive and equitable environments for LGBTQ+ residents. Maintain high visibility and engagement with the student body and campus community at College events. Supervise and provide coaching and development for up to three Hall Directors. Provide developmentally appropriate training, supervision, and evaluation of student staff, prioritizing community development, inclusion, and well-being. Collaborate with other campus departments to enhance students' curricular and co-curricular experiences as a way of supporting students' transition to college, retention, academic success, social development, and overall wellness. Maintain up to date and accurate databases and systems (e.g., keys, rosters, etc.). Oversee maintenance, custodial services, and safety in assigned residence halls in collaboration with Facilities Management and Public Safety. Effectively manage all financial resources for assigned hall(s). Provide leadership and support in crisis management situations, which includes rotational 24-hour on-call duty. Assume administrative responsibility for an assigned Student Life collaborative assignment, encompassing 10+ hours per week developing programs, processes, policies, and procedures in the functional area. Functional area assignments are designated by the Associate Dean for Student Life and are subject to change. Evaluate and assess programs, services, and curricula to match student learning outcomes and the mission of the Department and College. Design and implement results-based improvements. Serve as a member of a collaborative and team-oriented Campus Life staff while supporting the mission and vision of Berea College and the Student Life division. Role model the college motto, "God has made of one blood, all peoples of the Earth". Support and uphold Berea College's policies and procedures and all aspects of the Student Handbook. Promote and model all Student Life professional standards. In support of Berea College's great commitments this position requires student supervision. The fourth great commitment is to promote learning and serving in community through the student labor program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. The Supervision would include scheduling, assigning and approving work performed. Developing students about common workplace acumen and giving them tangible work experience is an expected outcome. To learn more about the student labor program and requirements on this position see: Labor Program Goals
What You'll Bring:
Education required to ensure success in this position: Bachelor's Degree, required. Master's Degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or a related field, strongly preferred. Experience required to ensure success in this position: One year work experience in Higher Education Student Affairs related to student and program development OR a combination of relevant education and student leadership experience. Experience working with college students. Experience working with diverse groups, including support for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and students from Appalachia. Special skills, knowledge and abilities: Strong desire to build relationships with students, colleagues, and college partners. Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills. Commitment to inclusion and desire to work with diverse groups of people. Experience working with culturally diverse populations. Integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to make values-based decisions. Ability to work as part of a collaborative team. Strong desire to build relationships with students, colleagues, and college partners. Knowledge of accounting principles (i.e., constructing and balancing budgets). Must be punctual and follow through on commitments. Ability to provide good customer service. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to manage technical software systems such as StarRez, Banner, and basic Microsoft Office. An understanding and appreciation for the liberal arts and residential colleges. A propensity for creativity and innovation, positive attitude, cultural competence, and creative problem-solving. License, certification, or registration necessary: Valid Driver's License Physical requirements: Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including evening and weekend work hours. Must have the physical dexterity and visual and auditory acuity to freely navigate various campus facilities and areas as required and to respond to and provide leadership in crisis situations (e.g., fire, tornados, acts of violence, etc.) Environmental conditions: The position has a live-in requirement and requires completion of a lease agreement The position has regular evening and weekend office hours and on-call responsibilities. Must be willing to work in shared office space environment as part of team structure. Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment: Motor vehicle; Computing technologies; Standard office equipment. Founded in 1855, Berea College is nationally recognized as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. Berea has a longstanding commitment to interracial education and is one of the most racially diverse private liberal arts colleges in the United States. With an emphasis on service to Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls more than 1,500 students from 46 states and U.S. territories and more than 70 countries. Berea College admits students who are unable to afford tuition and provides all of them with a no-tuition promise, valued at more than $204,000. Berea's students excel in the College's supportive yet demanding academic environment, and most are the first in their families to attend college. As one of only nine federally recognized Work Colleges, all Berea students are expected to work 10-12 hours weekly in various positions across campus. Berea College is listed #20 in overall ranking in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse college rankings, 2023. The Washington Monthly ranks Berea College #2 Best Liberal Arts College and #1 in Social Mobility, 2023. Money Magazine ranks Berea #20 Best Overall College and #10 for Best in the South, 2023. Berea College is also the only institution in Kentucky to receive the 5-Star Rating from Money Magazine, 2023.
Located where the Bluegrass Region meets the Cumberland Mountains, the town of Berea (pop. 16,000) lies forty miles south of Lexington and is approximately two hours from Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville. More information about Berea College is available at
Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all people of the earth to learn and work here. Berea College is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! Berea College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Our Benefits: Berea College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their families including health care, dental, vision, retirement, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and an Employee Assistance Program. The benefit package also includes access to the for children of College Staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Membership, Staff Development Funds and Tuition Reimbursement.
Eligible staff employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 24 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at
Our Unique Culture: Berea College strives to be a place where people with various Christian interpretations, different religious traditions, and no religious traditions work together in support of
Over the past century, various leaders of the College have applied the College's inclusive scriptural foundation and spirit to their expanding world and welcomed those whose beliefs were consistent with the Christian gospel of impartial love. Therefore, Berea College today affirms its inclusive Christian tradition even as it respects the traditions of Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus, as well as other faiths, and those holding no religious beliefs. We strive not to ignore our differences, but rather seek to understand each other honestly and respectfully, and together create a climate where anyone can openly discuss what they believe without fear of sanction. To that end, all persons who are willing to share in the spirit and the work of the Great Commitments as shaped by its preamble are welcome to study, to teach, and to work at Berea
Labor Supervision: In support of Berea College's great commitments, staff and faculty serve as labor supervisors. Our fourth great commitment, The Dignity of Labor, promotes learning and serving in community through the student Labor Program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. Student Labor Supervision includes scheduling, assigning, and approving student work, developing students' workplace acumen, and providing tangible work experience. To learn more about the labor program office please see the following link 01
This position is based at the Berea College Ecovillage and involves working closely with non-traditional students including families and children, married couples, and older adults residing in apartment-style housing. Please describe your experience working with individuals from these or similar demographic groups. 02
This role includes shared responsibility for managing the Ecovillage budget in collaboration with the Associate Director of Non-Traditional Student Programs. Please describe your experience with budget oversight and any familiarity you have with Banner or similar financial management systems. Required Question
Berea Job Type:
Full-Time Division:
Student Life Department:
Student Life Opening Date:
06/25/2025 FLSA:
Exempt Salary Grade:
6 Labor Supervisor?:
Yes
Please note that references provided at the time of application for staff positions will not be contacted until the applicant has been offered the position. Description:
The Residence Life Coordinator is a 12-month live-in, professional staff member responsible for creating welcoming residential environments that facilitate student engagement and involvement within the residence hall and greater campus community. The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the safety, security, and well-being of residential students living on campus. In support of Berea College's eight Great Commitments, the Residence Life Coordinator will seek to foster diverse, equitable, and inclusive spaces that support educational opportunity and an understanding of the dignity of labor. The Residence Life Coordinator will oversee core housing and residence life responsibilities while also maintaining Student Life goals, policies, and administrative processes. This individual must have the ability to multi-task, work in integrative team structures, and be autonomous. Your Key Responsibilities:
Foster a vibrant and inclusive residential community by employing innovative ideas and approaches. Promote resident development as interdependent responsible community members who respect diversity and differences. Work effectively with a culturally diverse population of students to coach, mentor, and support dynamic needs. Employ educational principles to address concerns and encourage conflict resolution through mediation. Proactively develop opportunities to engage diverse communities and build inclusive environments. Invest in relationships and programs to celebrate and support culturally diverse student populations. Facilitate student belonging and safety in gender-inclusive and co-educational residential communities, fostering inclusive and equitable environments for LGBTQ+ residents. Maintain high visibility and engagement with the student body and campus community at College events. Supervise and provide coaching and development for up to three Hall Directors. Provide developmentally appropriate training, supervision, and evaluation of student staff, prioritizing community development, inclusion, and well-being. Collaborate with other campus departments to enhance students' curricular and co-curricular experiences as a way of supporting students' transition to college, retention, academic success, social development, and overall wellness. Maintain up to date and accurate databases and systems (e.g., keys, rosters, etc.). Oversee maintenance, custodial services, and safety in assigned residence halls in collaboration with Facilities Management and Public Safety. Effectively manage all financial resources for assigned hall(s). Provide leadership and support in crisis management situations, which includes rotational 24-hour on-call duty. Assume administrative responsibility for an assigned Student Life collaborative assignment, encompassing 10+ hours per week developing programs, processes, policies, and procedures in the functional area. Functional area assignments are designated by the Associate Dean for Student Life and are subject to change. Evaluate and assess programs, services, and curricula to match student learning outcomes and the mission of the Department and College. Design and implement results-based improvements. Serve as a member of a collaborative and team-oriented Campus Life staff while supporting the mission and vision of Berea College and the Student Life division. Role model the college motto, "God has made of one blood, all peoples of the Earth". Support and uphold Berea College's policies and procedures and all aspects of the Student Handbook. Promote and model all Student Life professional standards. In support of Berea College's great commitments this position requires student supervision. The fourth great commitment is to promote learning and serving in community through the student labor program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. The Supervision would include scheduling, assigning and approving work performed. Developing students about common workplace acumen and giving them tangible work experience is an expected outcome. To learn more about the student labor program and requirements on this position see: Labor Program Goals
What You'll Bring:
Education required to ensure success in this position: Bachelor's Degree, required. Master's Degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or a related field, strongly preferred. Experience required to ensure success in this position: One year work experience in Higher Education Student Affairs related to student and program development OR a combination of relevant education and student leadership experience. Experience working with college students. Experience working with diverse groups, including support for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and students from Appalachia. Special skills, knowledge and abilities: Strong desire to build relationships with students, colleagues, and college partners. Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills. Commitment to inclusion and desire to work with diverse groups of people. Experience working with culturally diverse populations. Integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to make values-based decisions. Ability to work as part of a collaborative team. Strong desire to build relationships with students, colleagues, and college partners. Knowledge of accounting principles (i.e., constructing and balancing budgets). Must be punctual and follow through on commitments. Ability to provide good customer service. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to manage technical software systems such as StarRez, Banner, and basic Microsoft Office. An understanding and appreciation for the liberal arts and residential colleges. A propensity for creativity and innovation, positive attitude, cultural competence, and creative problem-solving. License, certification, or registration necessary: Valid Driver's License Physical requirements: Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including evening and weekend work hours. Must have the physical dexterity and visual and auditory acuity to freely navigate various campus facilities and areas as required and to respond to and provide leadership in crisis situations (e.g., fire, tornados, acts of violence, etc.) Environmental conditions: The position has a live-in requirement and requires completion of a lease agreement The position has regular evening and weekend office hours and on-call responsibilities. Must be willing to work in shared office space environment as part of team structure. Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment: Motor vehicle; Computing technologies; Standard office equipment. Founded in 1855, Berea College is nationally recognized as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. Berea has a longstanding commitment to interracial education and is one of the most racially diverse private liberal arts colleges in the United States. With an emphasis on service to Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls more than 1,500 students from 46 states and U.S. territories and more than 70 countries. Berea College admits students who are unable to afford tuition and provides all of them with a no-tuition promise, valued at more than $204,000. Berea's students excel in the College's supportive yet demanding academic environment, and most are the first in their families to attend college. As one of only nine federally recognized Work Colleges, all Berea students are expected to work 10-12 hours weekly in various positions across campus. Berea College is listed #20 in overall ranking in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse college rankings, 2023. The Washington Monthly ranks Berea College #2 Best Liberal Arts College and #1 in Social Mobility, 2023. Money Magazine ranks Berea #20 Best Overall College and #10 for Best in the South, 2023. Berea College is also the only institution in Kentucky to receive the 5-Star Rating from Money Magazine, 2023.
Located where the Bluegrass Region meets the Cumberland Mountains, the town of Berea (pop. 16,000) lies forty miles south of Lexington and is approximately two hours from Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville. More information about Berea College is available at
Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all people of the earth to learn and work here. Berea College is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! Berea College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Our Benefits: Berea College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their families including health care, dental, vision, retirement, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and an Employee Assistance Program. The benefit package also includes access to the for children of College Staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Membership, Staff Development Funds and Tuition Reimbursement.
Eligible staff employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work an average of 24 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at
Our Unique Culture: Berea College strives to be a place where people with various Christian interpretations, different religious traditions, and no religious traditions work together in support of
Over the past century, various leaders of the College have applied the College's inclusive scriptural foundation and spirit to their expanding world and welcomed those whose beliefs were consistent with the Christian gospel of impartial love. Therefore, Berea College today affirms its inclusive Christian tradition even as it respects the traditions of Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus, as well as other faiths, and those holding no religious beliefs. We strive not to ignore our differences, but rather seek to understand each other honestly and respectfully, and together create a climate where anyone can openly discuss what they believe without fear of sanction. To that end, all persons who are willing to share in the spirit and the work of the Great Commitments as shaped by its preamble are welcome to study, to teach, and to work at Berea
Labor Supervision: In support of Berea College's great commitments, staff and faculty serve as labor supervisors. Our fourth great commitment, The Dignity of Labor, promotes learning and serving in community through the student Labor Program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. Student Labor Supervision includes scheduling, assigning, and approving student work, developing students' workplace acumen, and providing tangible work experience. To learn more about the labor program office please see the following link 01
This position is based at the Berea College Ecovillage and involves working closely with non-traditional students including families and children, married couples, and older adults residing in apartment-style housing. Please describe your experience working with individuals from these or similar demographic groups. 02
This role includes shared responsibility for managing the Ecovillage budget in collaboration with the Associate Director of Non-Traditional Student Programs. Please describe your experience with budget oversight and any familiarity you have with Banner or similar financial management systems. Required Question