Western Washington University
Overview
Position Title: Assistant Resident Director Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington. Western has additional sites in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Western is recognized nationally for its successes, such as being named one of the top public master’s‑granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report. Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. Employees are expected to maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships among diverse populations and to operationalize sustainability concepts in job duties. About the Department
University Residences (UR) supports a diverse and inclusive student-centered community. Vision: Students living in University Residences engage in a community where they explore their passion, purpose and place at Western. Mission: Create affordable, safe, and well‑maintained University housing that supports participation in healthy, inclusive, and sustainable communities, where students invest in academic success and personal growth. UR houses approximately 4,300 students in nine residential communities and employs a staff that includes leadership and paraprofessional roles. UR seeks candidates committed to redesigning policies and daily operations to eradicate racism and oppression, and to building inclusive and equitable living communities. About the Position
The assistant resident director (ARD) is a full-time hourly (40 hours per week)/overtime‑eligible, 12‑month appointment, live‑in position within University Residences reporting to a supervising resident director (SRD). The ARD supports the SRD in managing a residential community of 550–700 students, focusing on: Developing diverse and inclusive communities Enhancing student learning Promoting equity, respect, and responsibility Providing conduct adjudication and hall council advisement Supervising and training paraprofessional staff Over the summer, ARDs work with summer athletic camps through University Residences Conferences and Guest Housing operations. ARDs must demonstrate the ability to work with diverse populations to create inclusive communities. They partner with the SRD to lead a student staff team in implementing a residential curriculum focused on three areas: personal wellness, inclusive community building, and career preparedness. The curriculum is titled University Residences Initiative for Student Engagement (URISE). Position Responsibilities
Lasting up to three (3) academic years in appointment, the ARD coordinates aspects of student life in a residential environment, provides conduct adjudication and hall council advisement, assists in building inclusive residence hall communities, and co-supervises and trains student staff. All responsibilities are under the direction of the SRD. Position Duties and Responsibilities
35% Student Development and Residence Education Plan and work with students and staff to promote inclusive communities and a safe, welcoming environment Provide leadership in implementing URISE through the SRD Maintain knowledge of multicultural competence and apply it to create inclusive practices Serve as a visible resource in the residence hall for student interaction Provide one-on-one interventions to at‑risk students under SRD guidance Co-advisor to RPBs with SRD responsibilities including weekly meetings, leadership development, and attending RPB meetings Ensure RPB follows university policies; oversee financial procedures Provide academic resources and referrals in collaboration with campus partners Communicate standards and student conduct information to residents Use URISE outcomes to facilitate and evaluate student learning Consult with Counseling and Wellness Center, Student Health Center, and others to make referrals Provide crisis and conflict management and mediation assistance 30% Staff Selection, Training, Supervision and Performance Evaluation Co‑supervise and evaluate twelve to fifteen Resident Advisors, one Residential Office Assistant, and one to two Inclusion Assistants Participate in recruitment and selection of paraprofessional staff Communicate and hold staff accountable for job expectations Conduct semiannual performance evaluations Facilitate one‑on‑ones, weekly staff meetings, and ongoing training Communicate staff, student, and community needs to departmental leadership Serve as a risk manager for the residential community 30% Administration Participate in departmental committees and support URISE curriculum tracking and evaluation Assist with departmental projects, events, and communications with UR Facilities on occupancy and front desk operations Oversee budgets for programs (approx. $5,000–$10,000) Coordinate summer operations with Conference and Guest Housing Maintain communications with the supervisor, Residence Life central office, and stakeholders 5% Campus‑Wide, 24‑Hour On‑Call Responsibilities Participate in a rotating 24‑hour on‑call system as the emergency responder for approximately 4,300 students Respond to student staff needs, medical/psychological crises, facility issues, and coordinate with appropriate staff and external partners in a timely manner Position Assignment and Remuneration
Positions may change based on departmental needs. ARDs receive an apartment and may move as needed. Requires obtaining a Washington state driver’s license within 30 days of start date. Remuneration: a 12‑month, 40‑hour workweek, full‑time hourly position with a furnished 1‑bedroom apartment, meals plan, professional development opportunities, and a full benefits package. Required Qualifications (By position start date)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Commitment to equity and inclusion and ability to foster an inclusive residence hall community At least two years of experience in a higher education setting Ability to plan and implement large‑scale events, processes, or initiatives Ability to fulfill administrative tasks and deadlines Preferred Qualifications
Experience with emergency response and crisis management Experience supervising or mentoring paraprofessional staff Experience working in a residence life program Experience in the selection and training of paraprofessional staff Conditions of Employment
All employees must comply with immunization policies, including proof of measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Contact HR for exemptions or accommodations as needed. Salary and Benefits
Hiring range: $47,164 – $54,239 per year, with potential to $61,314 depending on experience. Benefits information available for Administrative Professional positions. Application Instructions
All applicants must submit an online application addressing required and preferred qualifications. A separate one‑page statement addressing equity and inclusion must be included with examples of past work and how you will contribute at Western Washington University. Include three professional references with contact information. Apply online at the university careers site. For questions, call (360) 650‑2960 or email reslife@wwu.edu. Closing date: Position open until filled; priority to applications submitted before October 9, 2025. Equal Opportunity
WWU is an equal opportunity employer. WWU does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and education. See WWU policies on nondiscrimination. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. For accommodations, contact Human Resources Disability Services.
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Position Title: Assistant Resident Director Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington. Western has additional sites in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Western is recognized nationally for its successes, such as being named one of the top public master’s‑granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report. Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. Employees are expected to maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships among diverse populations and to operationalize sustainability concepts in job duties. About the Department
University Residences (UR) supports a diverse and inclusive student-centered community. Vision: Students living in University Residences engage in a community where they explore their passion, purpose and place at Western. Mission: Create affordable, safe, and well‑maintained University housing that supports participation in healthy, inclusive, and sustainable communities, where students invest in academic success and personal growth. UR houses approximately 4,300 students in nine residential communities and employs a staff that includes leadership and paraprofessional roles. UR seeks candidates committed to redesigning policies and daily operations to eradicate racism and oppression, and to building inclusive and equitable living communities. About the Position
The assistant resident director (ARD) is a full-time hourly (40 hours per week)/overtime‑eligible, 12‑month appointment, live‑in position within University Residences reporting to a supervising resident director (SRD). The ARD supports the SRD in managing a residential community of 550–700 students, focusing on: Developing diverse and inclusive communities Enhancing student learning Promoting equity, respect, and responsibility Providing conduct adjudication and hall council advisement Supervising and training paraprofessional staff Over the summer, ARDs work with summer athletic camps through University Residences Conferences and Guest Housing operations. ARDs must demonstrate the ability to work with diverse populations to create inclusive communities. They partner with the SRD to lead a student staff team in implementing a residential curriculum focused on three areas: personal wellness, inclusive community building, and career preparedness. The curriculum is titled University Residences Initiative for Student Engagement (URISE). Position Responsibilities
Lasting up to three (3) academic years in appointment, the ARD coordinates aspects of student life in a residential environment, provides conduct adjudication and hall council advisement, assists in building inclusive residence hall communities, and co-supervises and trains student staff. All responsibilities are under the direction of the SRD. Position Duties and Responsibilities
35% Student Development and Residence Education Plan and work with students and staff to promote inclusive communities and a safe, welcoming environment Provide leadership in implementing URISE through the SRD Maintain knowledge of multicultural competence and apply it to create inclusive practices Serve as a visible resource in the residence hall for student interaction Provide one-on-one interventions to at‑risk students under SRD guidance Co-advisor to RPBs with SRD responsibilities including weekly meetings, leadership development, and attending RPB meetings Ensure RPB follows university policies; oversee financial procedures Provide academic resources and referrals in collaboration with campus partners Communicate standards and student conduct information to residents Use URISE outcomes to facilitate and evaluate student learning Consult with Counseling and Wellness Center, Student Health Center, and others to make referrals Provide crisis and conflict management and mediation assistance 30% Staff Selection, Training, Supervision and Performance Evaluation Co‑supervise and evaluate twelve to fifteen Resident Advisors, one Residential Office Assistant, and one to two Inclusion Assistants Participate in recruitment and selection of paraprofessional staff Communicate and hold staff accountable for job expectations Conduct semiannual performance evaluations Facilitate one‑on‑ones, weekly staff meetings, and ongoing training Communicate staff, student, and community needs to departmental leadership Serve as a risk manager for the residential community 30% Administration Participate in departmental committees and support URISE curriculum tracking and evaluation Assist with departmental projects, events, and communications with UR Facilities on occupancy and front desk operations Oversee budgets for programs (approx. $5,000–$10,000) Coordinate summer operations with Conference and Guest Housing Maintain communications with the supervisor, Residence Life central office, and stakeholders 5% Campus‑Wide, 24‑Hour On‑Call Responsibilities Participate in a rotating 24‑hour on‑call system as the emergency responder for approximately 4,300 students Respond to student staff needs, medical/psychological crises, facility issues, and coordinate with appropriate staff and external partners in a timely manner Position Assignment and Remuneration
Positions may change based on departmental needs. ARDs receive an apartment and may move as needed. Requires obtaining a Washington state driver’s license within 30 days of start date. Remuneration: a 12‑month, 40‑hour workweek, full‑time hourly position with a furnished 1‑bedroom apartment, meals plan, professional development opportunities, and a full benefits package. Required Qualifications (By position start date)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Commitment to equity and inclusion and ability to foster an inclusive residence hall community At least two years of experience in a higher education setting Ability to plan and implement large‑scale events, processes, or initiatives Ability to fulfill administrative tasks and deadlines Preferred Qualifications
Experience with emergency response and crisis management Experience supervising or mentoring paraprofessional staff Experience working in a residence life program Experience in the selection and training of paraprofessional staff Conditions of Employment
All employees must comply with immunization policies, including proof of measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Contact HR for exemptions or accommodations as needed. Salary and Benefits
Hiring range: $47,164 – $54,239 per year, with potential to $61,314 depending on experience. Benefits information available for Administrative Professional positions. Application Instructions
All applicants must submit an online application addressing required and preferred qualifications. A separate one‑page statement addressing equity and inclusion must be included with examples of past work and how you will contribute at Western Washington University. Include three professional references with contact information. Apply online at the university careers site. For questions, call (360) 650‑2960 or email reslife@wwu.edu. Closing date: Position open until filled; priority to applications submitted before October 9, 2025. Equal Opportunity
WWU is an equal opportunity employer. WWU does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and education. See WWU policies on nondiscrimination. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. For accommodations, contact Human Resources Disability Services.
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