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Between $50k and $55k Per Year Position range in Southwestern Region $32k - $42k Per Year Residence Life Coordinator New Mexico Tech

Occupation:

Residential Advisors

Location:

Socorro, NM - 87801

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

08/26/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

New Mexico Tech

Web Site:

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Posted:

August 26, 2026 POSITION

ANNOUNCEMENT TITLE

RESIDENCE

LIFE COORDINATOR DEPT

RESIDENTIAL

LIFE REG

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FULL TIME

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PART TIME

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SALARY RANGE

$50,000 - $55,000 Employees being promoted to a higher classified position receive the minimum for the position or a pay rate adjustment of 8% whichever is greater. All regular positions also entitle the employee to several benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement which is largely paid by New Mexico Tech for the employee and dependents.

INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH

Concurrent

CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN FIRST TO TEMPORARY AND REGULAR TECH EMPLOYEES WHO APPLY

WITHIN

THE 7 DAY INTERNAL POSTING. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE 7 DAY POSTING MARGIN WILL BE CONSIDERED WITH OTHER OUTSIDE APPLICANTS. JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Residential Education (ADRE), the Residential Life Coordinator (RLC) is responsible for supervising 3-4 halls and a student staff of 12-14 Resident Assistants. The RLC will assist HRL staff in ongoing assessment practices, program review, and the dissemination/presentation of critical elements related to the mission and strategic plan of the university and HRL. This position will work closely with HRL staff, faculty, and other academic staff. This position is a live-on position. Living on campus is a condition of employment, and for the convenience of the employer, the housing is on the premises of New Mexico Tech. The RLC will assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of a programming model that focuses on student leadership development and academic success. The goal of the residential experience is to increase student retention while developing cultural competencies. During the summer, the RLC will work with summer conferences, summer orientation, or summer housing. This position works with the Office of Housing & Residential Life's (HRL) Leadership Team to integrate academic initiatives into the student staff training programs. The RLCs will assist HRL staff in on-going assessment practices, program review, and the dissemination/presentation of critical elements related to the mission and strategic plan of the university and

HRL. JOBS FUNCTIONS

Residential Hall Leadership & Supervision

• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of HRL.
• Oversee all aspects of programming and building operations for their assigned buildings. o This includes but is not limited to maintaining building rosters, managing room change processes, managing work orders, managing the programming budget, responding to student concerns, and completing other duties as assigned.
• Assists in setting strategic vision in areas of residential programming and assessment for their assigned residential communities.
• Assists in assessing and proposing relevant policies, procedures, and initiatives to create intentional learning environments for residential students and the promotion of ongoing assessment.
• Respond to emergent issues related to HRL student experience.
• Supervises 6 to 14 RAs.
• Conducts weekly staff and 1:1 meetings with RAs.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in any area of study with 1.5 years of experience as a Resident Assistant, RHA, other student leader, or other experience working directly with college students. Commitment to the philosophy of quality customer service. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access. Experience that demonstrates an understanding of academic initiatives, student development theory, and residential programming models. Exceptional oral communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. Excellent organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills Ability to obtain a New Mexico License and complete New Mexico Tech's Defensive Driving Course.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field of study and one or more years of Residential Life experience beyond the RA position. Experience providing interpersonal counseling and behavioral interventions. Experience in building management. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to organize work and work with little supervision.