St. Joseph's College New York
The Residence Hall Supervisor is a full-time, live-in professional staff member responsible for the daily management and operation of the St. Joseph’s University New York residence floors located within Educational Housing Services (EHS) Housing. This role is essential in fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging residential community that promotes student learning, respect, diversity, and overall success. As a live-in position, the Residence Hall Supervisor resides within the university’s residence hall to provide direct and responsive leadership, including active oversight of risk management and emergency response within the residential community. Collaborating closely with university leadership and campus partners, this position supports student development through proactive programming, policy enforcement, and community-building efforts that enhance retention, academic achievement, and student well-being.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree with previous residence life experience; Minimum of 1-2 years experience working with student populations in Residence Life and/or Student Affairs. Required Skills and Competencies for Position
Ability to foster a supportive and engaging residential environment Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting student populations Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments and with various constituents, including external contacts Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities Work nights and weekends, including but not limited to on-call duties in the residence hall as required. Primary Duties
Assist the Associate Director of Residence Life and Student Involvement in managing daily residence hall operations. Collaborate in interviewing, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating Resident Assistants. Provide ongoing training and development resources for Resident Assistants; offer guidance on university policies and procedures. Hold Resident Assistants accountable to performance standards, including expectations outlined in the Residential Life Handbook. Foster a positive learning and living environment within residential areas and the broader university community. Educate staff and students to uphold community standards by self-enforcing policies and respecting individual rights. Support students in building floor communities conducive to academic and social success.. Provide leadership that nurtures a strong sense of community and belonging among residents. Organize and lead all floor meetings; communicate university policies and encourage maximum resident participation in meetings and programs. Deliver direct programming and services designed to improve student retention, academic completion, satisfaction, and overall well-being; assess and evaluate these initiatives. Partner with university offices to support holistic student development. Collaborate with Associate Director on student conduct issues; ensure timely follow-up and proper documentation of disciplinary matters. Conduct behavior and safety meetings and manage student expectation sessions as necessary. Provide crisis intervention and management support during nights, weekends, and off-hours; respond promptly to emergencies as needed. Participate in an on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 residential coverage. Liaise regularly with EHS building maintenance staff and supervisors regarding facility needs and preventive maintenance projects. Monitor and inspect SJNY rooms and communal areas for damage and coordinate repairs. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance to fulfill all job responsibilities. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate Director, Director, or other University leadership. Application Process and Additional Information
Please send all cover letters and resumes to the attention of Tracy Thomas at tthomas6@sjny.edu . *Additional $6,000 stipend to be provided It is the policy of St. Joseph's University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, age, disability,genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, status as a protectedveteran, marital status or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal,New York State or New York City Law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and all other school administered programs orpolicies. The University also provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordancewith the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need anaccommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources. Your employment is contingent upon receipt of proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Please note that theDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that all U.S. employers complete and retain a current Form I-9 for each individualthey hire for employment in the United States, verifying the employment eligibility and identity documents presented by the employeeand recording the document information. You will be required to complete your portion of the document, with your documentation verifyingyour identity and eligibility to work, no later than your third day of employment. Get Social
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Bachelor’s Degree with previous residence life experience; Minimum of 1-2 years experience working with student populations in Residence Life and/or Student Affairs. Required Skills and Competencies for Position
Ability to foster a supportive and engaging residential environment Demonstrated understanding of issues impacting student populations Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments and with various constituents, including external contacts Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities Work nights and weekends, including but not limited to on-call duties in the residence hall as required. Primary Duties
Assist the Associate Director of Residence Life and Student Involvement in managing daily residence hall operations. Collaborate in interviewing, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating Resident Assistants. Provide ongoing training and development resources for Resident Assistants; offer guidance on university policies and procedures. Hold Resident Assistants accountable to performance standards, including expectations outlined in the Residential Life Handbook. Foster a positive learning and living environment within residential areas and the broader university community. Educate staff and students to uphold community standards by self-enforcing policies and respecting individual rights. Support students in building floor communities conducive to academic and social success.. Provide leadership that nurtures a strong sense of community and belonging among residents. Organize and lead all floor meetings; communicate university policies and encourage maximum resident participation in meetings and programs. Deliver direct programming and services designed to improve student retention, academic completion, satisfaction, and overall well-being; assess and evaluate these initiatives. Partner with university offices to support holistic student development. Collaborate with Associate Director on student conduct issues; ensure timely follow-up and proper documentation of disciplinary matters. Conduct behavior and safety meetings and manage student expectation sessions as necessary. Provide crisis intervention and management support during nights, weekends, and off-hours; respond promptly to emergencies as needed. Participate in an on-call rotation to ensure 24/7 residential coverage. Liaise regularly with EHS building maintenance staff and supervisors regarding facility needs and preventive maintenance projects. Monitor and inspect SJNY rooms and communal areas for damage and coordinate repairs. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance to fulfill all job responsibilities. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate Director, Director, or other University leadership. Application Process and Additional Information
Please send all cover letters and resumes to the attention of Tracy Thomas at tthomas6@sjny.edu . *Additional $6,000 stipend to be provided It is the policy of St. Joseph's University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, age, disability,genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, military status, status as a protectedveteran, marital status or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal,New York State or New York City Law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, and all other school administered programs orpolicies. The University also provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordancewith the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need anaccommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources. Your employment is contingent upon receipt of proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Please note that theDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that all U.S. employers complete and retain a current Form I-9 for each individualthey hire for employment in the United States, verifying the employment eligibility and identity documents presented by the employeeand recording the document information. You will be required to complete your portion of the document, with your documentation verifyingyour identity and eligibility to work, no later than your third day of employment. Get Social
Esse non videri — “To be, not to seem.” #J-18808-Ljbffr