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Resident Director – Binghamton University – Residential Life Office
Salary: $51,261 (12-month appointment). Location: Binghamton, NY. Full-time. Ref. No. 43868. Position ID: 188791.
Job Description Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character—shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life—promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service. Our residential communities provide a small school residential experience that empowers personal development and academic success.
The Resident Director (RD) is responsible for developing and enhancing the residential community assigned to the RD role. The RD must demonstrate professional maturity to adapt and support the department through innovative staffing changes implemented in Fall 2023. The RD works within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that supports the residential experience and student learning.
Job Responsibilities
Community Development/Residential Education
Responsible for the development of the assigned residential community.
Develop activities per the Bearcat Living residential education model.
Collaborate with Master of Social Work interns to support student efforts in the department.
Work closely with area Collegiate Professor and/or Faculty in Residence to enhance out‑of‑classroom learning.
Collaborate with other departments to support the residential experience and student support.
Promote diversity through role modeling, confronting disrespect or bias, and emphasizing respect.
Have autonomy in running building(s) while working in a broader team atmosphere to promote the distinct community within the residential college.
Regularly interact with students during nights and weekends.
Establish and maintain office hours.
Preserving the Community
Act as a facilitator of the student conduct process by following up with students regarding policy violations.
Facilitate educational interventions with students who have engaged in concerning behavior.
Coordinate with maintenance staff to preserve and enhance facilities in the residence hall.
Participate in the University’s duty rotation as an on‑call emergency response assistant; manage situations involving various psychological, emotional, medical, or other safety‑related emergencies or incidents.
Supervising/Advising
Work with a team of 4–9 live‑in staff members in an area of 1,000–1,600 residents.
Directly supervise live‑in student staff members.
Advise and support hall and area governments.
Be directly supervised by the Assistant Director of the assigned area.
Administration
Complete required administrative tasks.
Participate in August, January, and other ongoing training programs throughout the year.
Facilitate opening and closing processes.
Responsible for daily monitoring of building facilities, work order, and maintenance requests.
Have the prospect for multiple professional development opportunities.
Assist in summer responsibilities including orientation sessions, planning for the academic year, and other project‑based tasks.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (or higher)
Experience in Student Affairs
Experience managing a crisis
Experience planning events
Experience managing multiple administrative tasks
Excellent administrative, communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills
Flexible and adaptable to working in a dynamic environment
Ability to be self‑directed, while comfortable working within a team
Preferred
Master’s degree in College Student Personnel or a related field
Experience working in Residential Life
At least one year of post‑Bachelor’s work experience
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, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Title IX and Disability Accommodation As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations, Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University’s complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here. Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson‑Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607‑777‑3660.
Application Instructions All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=188791. Deadline for Internal Applicants: June 23, 2025. Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Required Submissions
Resume
Cover letter
Contact information for three professional references
Contact Information Visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/ for payroll information. For application questions contact the Human Resources office via email at hiring@binghamton.edu or phone at (518) 474-6988.
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Job Description Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character—shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life—promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service. Our residential communities provide a small school residential experience that empowers personal development and academic success.
The Resident Director (RD) is responsible for developing and enhancing the residential community assigned to the RD role. The RD must demonstrate professional maturity to adapt and support the department through innovative staffing changes implemented in Fall 2023. The RD works within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that supports the residential experience and student learning.
Job Responsibilities
Community Development/Residential Education
Responsible for the development of the assigned residential community.
Develop activities per the Bearcat Living residential education model.
Collaborate with Master of Social Work interns to support student efforts in the department.
Work closely with area Collegiate Professor and/or Faculty in Residence to enhance out‑of‑classroom learning.
Collaborate with other departments to support the residential experience and student support.
Promote diversity through role modeling, confronting disrespect or bias, and emphasizing respect.
Have autonomy in running building(s) while working in a broader team atmosphere to promote the distinct community within the residential college.
Regularly interact with students during nights and weekends.
Establish and maintain office hours.
Preserving the Community
Act as a facilitator of the student conduct process by following up with students regarding policy violations.
Facilitate educational interventions with students who have engaged in concerning behavior.
Coordinate with maintenance staff to preserve and enhance facilities in the residence hall.
Participate in the University’s duty rotation as an on‑call emergency response assistant; manage situations involving various psychological, emotional, medical, or other safety‑related emergencies or incidents.
Supervising/Advising
Work with a team of 4–9 live‑in staff members in an area of 1,000–1,600 residents.
Directly supervise live‑in student staff members.
Advise and support hall and area governments.
Be directly supervised by the Assistant Director of the assigned area.
Administration
Complete required administrative tasks.
Participate in August, January, and other ongoing training programs throughout the year.
Facilitate opening and closing processes.
Responsible for daily monitoring of building facilities, work order, and maintenance requests.
Have the prospect for multiple professional development opportunities.
Assist in summer responsibilities including orientation sessions, planning for the academic year, and other project‑based tasks.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (or higher)
Experience in Student Affairs
Experience managing a crisis
Experience planning events
Experience managing multiple administrative tasks
Excellent administrative, communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills
Flexible and adaptable to working in a dynamic environment
Ability to be self‑directed, while comfortable working within a team
Preferred
Master’s degree in College Student Personnel or a related field
Experience working in Residential Life
At least one year of post‑Bachelor’s work experience
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, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Binghamton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Title IX and Disability Accommodation As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations, Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University’s complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here. Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson‑Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607‑777‑3660.
Application Instructions All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=188791. Deadline for Internal Applicants: June 23, 2025. Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Required Submissions
Resume
Cover letter
Contact information for three professional references
Contact Information Visit https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/ for payroll information. For application questions contact the Human Resources office via email at hiring@binghamton.edu or phone at (518) 474-6988.
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