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Binghamton University, State University of New York

Assistant Director of College Housing

Binghamton University, State University of New York, Binghamton, New York, United States

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Overview About Binghamton University: Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the SUNY system with a broad range of programs and a commitment to student success, research, and service. Binghamton University Residential Life is a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment that serves 7,600+ residents across six residential colleges and 1,100–1,600 students per area.

Binghamton University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description Budget Title: Assistant Director of College Housing (SL-3)

Salary: $65,000

This 12-month, live-off position supports the Department of Residential Life through new staffing models and evolving programs. The Assistant Director (AD) provides professional leadership and direction to live-in staff and student staff, and acts as an extension of the Central office. The AD may oversee a specific functional area such as staff selection and training, staff development, residential community traditions, student leadership development, and independent living resources.

Residential Life serves 7,600+ residents through six residential colleges and delivers a living-learning experience aligned with the university’s academic mission. We value diversity and seek staff who can serve as role models for a widely diverse student population.

Residential Life collaborates with campus partners to provide specialized services to residential students.

Responsibilities

Leadership : Provides departmental direction through a department-wide committee/functional area and may represent Residential Life on university committees. Serves as a leader and role model, engaging with students to foster community traditions.

Community Building and Diversity : Promotes an inclusive community, interacts with residents and staff during evenings/weekends, guides hall and area government advisors, and develops ways to create belonging.

Residential Education : Collaborates with the area Collegiate Professor to enhance living-learning opportunities, oversees the student experience, and implements departmental curriculum within the residential area.

Housing and Operations : Oversees operations and facilities needs for one or two areas (1,000–1,600 beds per area); manages on-site area offices, budgets, and financial resources.

Conflict and Crisis Management : Provides student support during interpersonal issues, coordinates crisis response, supports the student conduct process, and manages budgets.

Supervision : Trains, supervises, and evaluates full-time and student staff; oversees 16–62 student staff per area; may include graduate-level staff.

This is a 12-month, live-off position with an salary of $65,000 and excellent benefits.

Requirements

Master's Degree

At least two years of residential life experience

Minimum of three years of progressive supervision experience

Excellent organizational, administrative, and communication skills

Professional leadership and decision-making abilities

Preferred

Experience supervising full-time Resident Directors (or similar title)

Experience supervising professional or graduate staff

Experience implementing new initiatives

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional Information Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials. Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity may ask for current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment is extended. For details, contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations.

Payroll information is available via the university resources. Cover letters may be addressed to "To the Search Committee." Applications are accepted via Interview Exchange. Deadline for external applicants is Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Inquiries about Title IX and non-discrimination notices may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For disability accommodations, contact the ADA Coordinator.

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