Southwestern University
Assistant Director of Residence Life
Southwestern University, Georgetown, Texas, United States, 78628
Assistant Director of Residence Life
Southwestern University, located in Georgetown, Texas, is an independent, four‑year undergraduate institution offering a top‑ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.
Position Overview Southwestern University has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director of Residence Life. This full‑time, exempt position reports to the Director of Residence Life and is responsible for all operational aspects of a designated area of on‑campus residence halls and/or apartments. The Assistant Director manages the day‑to‑day supervision of student staff and activities designed to enhance the residential and educational experience for students living in their designated halls or apartments. The role is a live‑on campus position and includes on‑campus housing.
Responsibilities
Manage a staff of Resident Assistants and an Area Coordinator Assistant, including hiring, training, team‑building, supervision, and evaluation.
Provide direct support to residents, including relationship building, addressing student concerns, enforcing policy, mediating conflict, resolving issues proactively, and generally overseeing facilities.
Provide leadership in developing a sense of community, supporting safety and wellness, and implementing educational and community development activities and programs, both directly and through student staff.
Serve on call and respond to emergency and crisis situations.
Provide operational support and expertise for critical events and processes, including Sprog, Welcome Week, room and roommate assignments, new and returning student move‑in, health and safety inspections, check‑in and check‑out, and opening and closing of the residence halls.
Serve as a conduct officer, adjudicating and documenting student violations of University policy.
Leverage housing and conduct software adeptly to manage operations with precision.
Additional Duties
Serve on university committees, task forces, and workgroups to support Student Life and student engagement.
Forge collaborative partnerships with Facilities Management and other campus partners to maintain conditions that support student success.
Take a leadership role in selected projects, such as RA selection, staff development, website redesign, residential cohort development, and other duties as assigned or chosen.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling or related field.
Prior experience within Residence Life.
One year of supervisory or management experience.
Outstanding ability to relate to traditional college‑aged students.
Proven supervisory and management skills with demonstrated leadership skills and professional manner with internal and external constituents.
Excellent interaction and communication skills (verbal and written).
Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.
Ability to be flexible, adjust to perform well in stressful situations.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of supervisory or management experience.
General knowledge regarding student development theory and practices.
Understanding of and commitment to the value of a liberal arts education, including the ability to relate to a liberal arts faculty.
Compensation and Benefits Starting annual salary:
$42,940. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.
Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life and AD&D insurance; long‑term disability coverage; generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); various paid time‑off options; undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents; access to athletic facilities; free parking; discounted meal rates; and other benefits designed to support your well‑being and work‑life balance.
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at
apply.interfolio.com/176983 . Email and paper applications will not be accepted.
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E‑Verify employer.
EEO Statement Southwestern University is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report—Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512‑863‑1435.
Job Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Administrative
Industry: Higher Education
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Position Overview Southwestern University has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director of Residence Life. This full‑time, exempt position reports to the Director of Residence Life and is responsible for all operational aspects of a designated area of on‑campus residence halls and/or apartments. The Assistant Director manages the day‑to‑day supervision of student staff and activities designed to enhance the residential and educational experience for students living in their designated halls or apartments. The role is a live‑on campus position and includes on‑campus housing.
Responsibilities
Manage a staff of Resident Assistants and an Area Coordinator Assistant, including hiring, training, team‑building, supervision, and evaluation.
Provide direct support to residents, including relationship building, addressing student concerns, enforcing policy, mediating conflict, resolving issues proactively, and generally overseeing facilities.
Provide leadership in developing a sense of community, supporting safety and wellness, and implementing educational and community development activities and programs, both directly and through student staff.
Serve on call and respond to emergency and crisis situations.
Provide operational support and expertise for critical events and processes, including Sprog, Welcome Week, room and roommate assignments, new and returning student move‑in, health and safety inspections, check‑in and check‑out, and opening and closing of the residence halls.
Serve as a conduct officer, adjudicating and documenting student violations of University policy.
Leverage housing and conduct software adeptly to manage operations with precision.
Additional Duties
Serve on university committees, task forces, and workgroups to support Student Life and student engagement.
Forge collaborative partnerships with Facilities Management and other campus partners to maintain conditions that support student success.
Take a leadership role in selected projects, such as RA selection, staff development, website redesign, residential cohort development, and other duties as assigned or chosen.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling or related field.
Prior experience within Residence Life.
One year of supervisory or management experience.
Outstanding ability to relate to traditional college‑aged students.
Proven supervisory and management skills with demonstrated leadership skills and professional manner with internal and external constituents.
Excellent interaction and communication skills (verbal and written).
Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.
Ability to be flexible, adjust to perform well in stressful situations.
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of supervisory or management experience.
General knowledge regarding student development theory and practices.
Understanding of and commitment to the value of a liberal arts education, including the ability to relate to a liberal arts faculty.
Compensation and Benefits Starting annual salary:
$42,940. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.
Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; life and AD&D insurance; long‑term disability coverage; generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); various paid time‑off options; undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents; access to athletic facilities; free parking; discounted meal rates; and other benefits designed to support your well‑being and work‑life balance.
How to Apply Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at
apply.interfolio.com/176983 . Email and paper applications will not be accepted.
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E‑Verify employer.
EEO Statement Southwestern University is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report—Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512‑863‑1435.
Job Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Administrative
Industry: Higher Education
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