Inside Higher Ed
Assistant Resident Director
Inside Higher Ed, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
Assistant Resident Director (ARD) – Inside Higher Ed
Salary: $1,500 monthly stipend (Part‑Time). Position: ARD, temporary 11‑month live‑in appointment.
Overall Position Competency
Flat Rate
Primary Purpose of the Organization Residence Life works to create an inclusive on‑campus housing environment that promotes learning, citizenship, involvement and leadership. The Assistant Resident Directors are responsible for the general supervision and management of a residence hall community that houses 100‑350 students.
Description Of Work
Co‑Supervision of Staff: Conduct weekly staff meetings with RAs, conduct individual one‑on‑one meetings every two weeks, provide ongoing training and recognition, schedule RA staff for building coverage, hold staff members accountable, share concerns appropriately, participate in RA selection and evaluation processes, role model appropriate behavior, maintain professional relationships with student staff and residents, keep Residence Life Administrator informed of all situations, advise students who are members of the community council.
Community and Student Leadership Development: Build community utilizing the community development plan and activity model set forth by the department, direct staff in the creation of events and initiatives that encourage resident involvement, serve as a resource and referral agent for students’ academic, identity, and social needs, support and meet the needs of all students based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, work collaboratively with security personnel to create a safe and secure community, participate on at least one department committee as a collateral assignment.
Student Conduct and Crisis Management: Responsible for interpreting and upholding the university’s rules and regulations, handle crisis situations such as mental health incidents, roommate conflicts, student conduct and staffing issues, provide night and weekend on‑duty responsibilities for approximately 1,600 residential students.
Professional Development: Represent the department as a member of department/university‑wide committees/workgroups, participate in staff training and development opportunities offered by the Department of Residence Life and other campus departments.
Administration: Oversee budgets for residence hall programming and staff development, hold scheduled regular office hours, coordinate Residence check‑in/check‑out processes, building openings/closings, and room changes, complete paperwork in a timely manner, check voicemail, e‑mail, and office mailbox daily, attend all departmental training, assume “on‑call” responsibilities with other staff on a rotating basis, attend all staff meetings and individual meetings with Residence Life Administrator, assume administrative tasks as assigned by Central Office Staff, safeguard keys.
Residence Hall Programming: Direct, support, and participate in RA programming efforts, work with RAs to assess student needs and develop programming goals to meet identified needs, spend time in the residence hall being available to students for problem solving, referral services, mediation, conflict resolution and advising, be visible, accessible and available in your area by spending informal time with building residents, being available on scheduled weekends.
Policy Enforcement: Uphold & enforce University and Departmental policies, clearly communicate University and Departmental policy to staff and students, assist RAs with confrontation of students violating policies.
Building Management: Assume responsibility for monitoring the condition of facilities, coordinate & schedule lounge use, maintain relationships with housekeeping and facilities staff to ensure building is well kept, tour residence hall(s) on a regular basis to identify maintenance issues, initiate work orders for repairs, inspect the building during hall openings and closings and throughout the year, other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
ARDs may have no more than 20 hours of total external commitments including but not limited to outside employment, organization involvement, internships, external internships, etc.
Candidates must possess strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population; demonstrated experience and skills related to program development, student development and working with groups.
Familiarity with residence hall systems and/or other education administration or management experience strongly preferred.
Must be willing and able to live on campus as primary place of residence; adhere to all housing agreement guidelines.
Contract is subject to review and renewal on an annual basis, based upon performance, funding and departmental needs; term renewals are a maximum of two years.
Compensation / Benefits
A partially furnished efficiency unit with private bathroom.
A monthly stipend of $1,500 (before taxes).
A staff meal plan.
Utilities and Cable TV.
Hard wired and wireless connection.
Preferred Qualifications Graduate students enrolled in a master’s degree seeking program in Business, Social Work, Psychology, Higher Education or related discipline are preferred.
Open Until Filled Yes
Other Information If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Education and Training
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Location Fayetteville, NC
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Overall Position Competency
Flat Rate
Primary Purpose of the Organization Residence Life works to create an inclusive on‑campus housing environment that promotes learning, citizenship, involvement and leadership. The Assistant Resident Directors are responsible for the general supervision and management of a residence hall community that houses 100‑350 students.
Description Of Work
Co‑Supervision of Staff: Conduct weekly staff meetings with RAs, conduct individual one‑on‑one meetings every two weeks, provide ongoing training and recognition, schedule RA staff for building coverage, hold staff members accountable, share concerns appropriately, participate in RA selection and evaluation processes, role model appropriate behavior, maintain professional relationships with student staff and residents, keep Residence Life Administrator informed of all situations, advise students who are members of the community council.
Community and Student Leadership Development: Build community utilizing the community development plan and activity model set forth by the department, direct staff in the creation of events and initiatives that encourage resident involvement, serve as a resource and referral agent for students’ academic, identity, and social needs, support and meet the needs of all students based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, work collaboratively with security personnel to create a safe and secure community, participate on at least one department committee as a collateral assignment.
Student Conduct and Crisis Management: Responsible for interpreting and upholding the university’s rules and regulations, handle crisis situations such as mental health incidents, roommate conflicts, student conduct and staffing issues, provide night and weekend on‑duty responsibilities for approximately 1,600 residential students.
Professional Development: Represent the department as a member of department/university‑wide committees/workgroups, participate in staff training and development opportunities offered by the Department of Residence Life and other campus departments.
Administration: Oversee budgets for residence hall programming and staff development, hold scheduled regular office hours, coordinate Residence check‑in/check‑out processes, building openings/closings, and room changes, complete paperwork in a timely manner, check voicemail, e‑mail, and office mailbox daily, attend all departmental training, assume “on‑call” responsibilities with other staff on a rotating basis, attend all staff meetings and individual meetings with Residence Life Administrator, assume administrative tasks as assigned by Central Office Staff, safeguard keys.
Residence Hall Programming: Direct, support, and participate in RA programming efforts, work with RAs to assess student needs and develop programming goals to meet identified needs, spend time in the residence hall being available to students for problem solving, referral services, mediation, conflict resolution and advising, be visible, accessible and available in your area by spending informal time with building residents, being available on scheduled weekends.
Policy Enforcement: Uphold & enforce University and Departmental policies, clearly communicate University and Departmental policy to staff and students, assist RAs with confrontation of students violating policies.
Building Management: Assume responsibility for monitoring the condition of facilities, coordinate & schedule lounge use, maintain relationships with housekeeping and facilities staff to ensure building is well kept, tour residence hall(s) on a regular basis to identify maintenance issues, initiate work orders for repairs, inspect the building during hall openings and closings and throughout the year, other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree
ARDs may have no more than 20 hours of total external commitments including but not limited to outside employment, organization involvement, internships, external internships, etc.
Candidates must possess strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population; demonstrated experience and skills related to program development, student development and working with groups.
Familiarity with residence hall systems and/or other education administration or management experience strongly preferred.
Must be willing and able to live on campus as primary place of residence; adhere to all housing agreement guidelines.
Contract is subject to review and renewal on an annual basis, based upon performance, funding and departmental needs; term renewals are a maximum of two years.
Compensation / Benefits
A partially furnished efficiency unit with private bathroom.
A monthly stipend of $1,500 (before taxes).
A staff meal plan.
Utilities and Cable TV.
Hard wired and wireless connection.
Preferred Qualifications Graduate students enrolled in a master’s degree seeking program in Business, Social Work, Psychology, Higher Education or related discipline are preferred.
Open Until Filled Yes
Other Information If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran's Statement Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Online Audio and Video Media
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inside Higher Ed by 2x.
Location Fayetteville, NC
Notice to Applicants We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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