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Director of Housing and Residence Life

Inside Higher Ed, Barnesville, Georgia, United States, 30204

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Director of Housing and Residence Life at Inside Higher Ed Location: Gordon State College Job Summary

This position directs the college's Housing and Residence Life functions and services, overseeing all aspects of residential operations, student engagement, safety, and strategic planning. Responsibilities

Manages the day-to-day operations of the Office of Housing and Residence Life. Develops, oversees, and enforces policies, procedures, and protocols that facilitate a safe and successful on-campus living and learning experience. Supervises the successful opening, closing, and transition of all residential facilities. Responds to student crises during business hours, after-hours, and on weekends as part of a 24-hour on-call rotation. Ensures the education and training of all professional and para-professional staff on relevant protocols for responding to and managing various types of incidents (i.e., Title IX, suicidal ideation, alcohol/drug use, medical emergencies, etc.). Assists with the development of the Housing and Residence Life budgets. Creates and implements programs and activities for resident students that foster academic success, personal wellness, and professional development. Tracks and supervises all Housing and Residence Life budgets and expenditures. Oversees the routine maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of all residential facilities. Develops and implements a comprehensive programming model that passively and actively engages residential students, including theme housing and living-learning communities. Serves as a member of the CARE Team, assisting in the management of student and campus crisis protocols and situations. Serves as a member of the Clery committee, ensuring compliance with Federal reporting requirements. Collaborates with institution departments to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment with the institution’s strategic objectives. Develops and directs a comprehensive housing plan designed to meet current and future needs for residential facilities. Adjudicates housing-related student conduct cases in coordination with the Dean of Students. Supervises room registration and assignment processes including the oversight of related software and programs. Serves on various institutional committees and task forces including search committees, planning groups, proposal review groups and campus governance committees. Reviews all petitions for waivers to provisions of the housing agreement. Performs related duties. Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related field from an accredited university. Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in Housing and Residence Life, including direct supervisory responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, including hiring, training, and performance management of support staff. Knowledge of housing operations, student conduct, and facilities oversight. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of residential life program management principles. Knowledge of Housing and Residence Life software programs (eRez Life, StarRez). Knowledge of student disciplinary policies and procedures. Knowledge of residential building maintenance schedules and principles. Knowledge of emergency response protocols and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority. Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in decision making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public. Proven ability to lead and manage on-campus housing and essential residential services, including support for students, staff, faculty, and summer programs. USG Core Values and Institutional Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details are available in USG policies. Institutional values include Commitment to Excellence, Student Success, Innovation and Creativity, and Belonging. Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It recruits, hires, trains, promotes and educates without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable laws. For questions, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@gordonstate.edu. Other Information

This is an exempt (salaried) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life insurance, leave, retirement, and more. This position requires on-site presence and availability during non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and institutional holidays. Must be available for emergency response, including remaining on campus during severe weather events or other critical incidents. This is a live-off position, but the incumbent must reside within close proximity to campus to ensure timely response to emergencies and urgent matters. Campus housing is available and may be discussed if the position is offered. Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including criminal background check and credential verification, with possible credit check and pre-employment drug test where applicable. Clery Disclosure

This position has been identified as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act and is responsible for reporting crimes on campus and in certain related areas.

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