Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Assistant Director of Residence Life in the University Housing department. The Assistant Director of Residence Life shall be responsible for providing administrative leadership to assure that the residential programming component of the department contributes to a productive living-learning environment for students. This position serves as a member of the supervisory management team charged with oversight of the residential life of University Housing services. In addition to specific functional areas the Assistant Director has overall supervisory responsibility in the absence of the Director of Residence Life.

Duties and Responsibilities

30% Supervision of Personnel

• Provide guidance through attendance at general meetings, one-on-one officer meetings, and trainings/retreats

• Ensure programs are planned, executed, and assessed in accordance with best practices, standards, and university guidelines
• A ssist with s tructured and informal membership recruitment, membership intake, and retention
• Attend and support events, including evenings and weekends

25% Administrative

• Oversee budget allocations for all hall programming and staff development.
• Have knowledge of daily operations of main office including the housing office management system software.
• Provide consultation to Area Coordinators as required relative to emergency or crisis situations as needed.
• Assist Area Coordinators in making sure buildings are maintained, track furniture needs, make sure work orders or other work is followed up on regarding maintenance.
• Coordinate student staff stipends and communicate with appropriate staff to ensure payment.
• Maintain programming records and ensure efforts meet expectations.

20% Representation

• Attend and participate in on-campus programs and events as a representative of University Housing (i.e. admissions events, CARES, student activities, etc.)
• Work cooperatively with other campus units such as University Police, University Counseling Services, Student Health Center, Student Success, and Admission to ensure the delivery of essential services and in making appropriate referrals.
• Participate in selective campus working groups and committees to be determined.

15% Judicial Officer

• Provide direction to staff and students in communicating, interpreting, and administering residence hall and University policies and procedures as needed.
• Serve as the appellate j udicial o fficer for cases heard by Area Coordinators.
• Follow up on concerns regarding individual residents as conveyed by University Housing Leadership.
• Hold judicial meetings with students as needed and adjudicate appropriate educational sanctions.

10% Other

• Assist with projects or provide assistance for the University Housing department and functions.
• Provide leadership for camps and conference services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Residence Life.
  

Education and Experience

Required Education and Experience at Hire -

• Master’s degree in higher education administration/counseling or related field
• At least 2 years of previous housing, apartment/residence hall experience

Preferred Education and Experience -

• Programmatic and supervisory experience and demonstrated student organizational leadership experience
  

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on satisfactory criminal background and sex offender checks.

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000

Job Type: Unclassified

Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Rotating on-call duty Saturday-Sunday

Application Documents Required*:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.

Open Until Filled with a first review date of March 2, 2023.

Search Committee Chair: Jason Kegler (ckegler@pittstate.edu)

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.