Cornell University
Residence Hall Director – Office of Housing and Residential Life
Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic, and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellness, social justice, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations.
We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.
Position Overview The Office of Housing and Residential Life is committed to providing a residential experience of the highest quality for each of our residents. This includes providing a safe, comfortable, and purposeful living and learning environment aligned with university values and learning goals.
The Residence Hall Director (RHD) is a 12‑month, live‑in position that provides leadership, community and program development, administrative management, student conduct management, and support for a particular community ranging from 60–600 undergraduate students. Depending on the type and size of the residence hall, the RHD will supervise, train, and utilize approximately 5–20 resident advisors or other student leaders. The RHD will work collaboratively with their teams and with a cohort of faculty and community fellows.
Success Factors A successful RHD demonstrates supervision, administrative, and communication skills to support individual and student success through community engagement and intentional interactions. The RHD should be committed to working with diverse populations of students and be able to collaborate with academic departments, university offices, and alumni groups. The candidate must remain flexible, supportive, and engaged, exercising decision‑making that aligns with departmental values, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment.
Every member of the community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming, showing respect, compassion, and empathy, and supporting others regardless of background or perspective.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in residential administration, community development, or student affairs program planning or implementation at the graduate or professional level. Undergraduate level experience will be considered to a lesser degree.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and written communication
Demonstrated experience as a team player, ability to manage priorities, and working in an evolving environment
Required to live in the residence halls 12 months per year
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student personnel/higher education or closely related field
Commitment to working with students in residence
Experience in using a variety of basic and advanced business/technical programs/applications for data management and analysis
Employment Details Location: Ithaca, NY (Onsite). Pay range: $47,932.00 – $55,704.00 annually. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior. Employment type: Full‑time. Pay type: Salary.
Contact: Caleb Yu – ry274@cornell.edu
Notice to Applicants Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
EEO Statement Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
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We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.
Position Overview The Office of Housing and Residential Life is committed to providing a residential experience of the highest quality for each of our residents. This includes providing a safe, comfortable, and purposeful living and learning environment aligned with university values and learning goals.
The Residence Hall Director (RHD) is a 12‑month, live‑in position that provides leadership, community and program development, administrative management, student conduct management, and support for a particular community ranging from 60–600 undergraduate students. Depending on the type and size of the residence hall, the RHD will supervise, train, and utilize approximately 5–20 resident advisors or other student leaders. The RHD will work collaboratively with their teams and with a cohort of faculty and community fellows.
Success Factors A successful RHD demonstrates supervision, administrative, and communication skills to support individual and student success through community engagement and intentional interactions. The RHD should be committed to working with diverse populations of students and be able to collaborate with academic departments, university offices, and alumni groups. The candidate must remain flexible, supportive, and engaged, exercising decision‑making that aligns with departmental values, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment.
Every member of the community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences, being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming, showing respect, compassion, and empathy, and supporting others regardless of background or perspective.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in residential administration, community development, or student affairs program planning or implementation at the graduate or professional level. Undergraduate level experience will be considered to a lesser degree.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and written communication
Demonstrated experience as a team player, ability to manage priorities, and working in an evolving environment
Required to live in the residence halls 12 months per year
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in student personnel/higher education or closely related field
Commitment to working with students in residence
Experience in using a variety of basic and advanced business/technical programs/applications for data management and analysis
Employment Details Location: Ithaca, NY (Onsite). Pay range: $47,932.00 – $55,704.00 annually. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior. Employment type: Full‑time. Pay type: Salary.
Contact: Caleb Yu – ry274@cornell.edu
Notice to Applicants Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
EEO Statement Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.
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