Director of Housing

DESCRIPTION

Thomas University, an independent, not-for-profit, institution of higher education in Thomasville, Georgia with undergraduate and graduate programs invites applicants for the position of Director of Thomas University Housing. The Director of Housing provides strategic leadership for and oversight of all aspects of Housing at Thomas University. This individual will work with university students, faculty, and staff to foster a vibrant campus environment that supports student development, well-being, and success. In addition, the Director will supervise Resident Directors, Resident Assistants, and provide leadership and direction for residential programming. The position is a twelve-month appointment and reports to the Dean of Students. If the candidate is properly credentialed in a discipline offered by the university, the Director may be accorded status as an administrator with faculty status and teach within an academic program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with the Dean of Students and other relevant stakeholders to create and implement a guiding vision for Thomas University Residence Life

Hires, trains, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the Resident Directors and Resident Assistants

Trains, supports, schedules, and supervises all Resident Directors and Resident Assistants. Hosts at least one all RD/RA meeting per month for supervision and training purposes

Schedules and oversees all required residential programming and safety efforts (Title IX, alcohol awareness, fire drills, etc.)

Works with the Dean of Students to provide fiscal management and oversight for the department budget

Ensures that Resident Life policies and procedures, rules, and regulations are current and enforced

Oversees room and roommate selection and assignment processes

Works collaboratively with the Office of Student Accounts, Facilities, and other relevant university entities

Responsible for crisis and risk management as it relates to housing

Oversee the student arrival and departure process

Manages housing for summer camps and other events

Keep current with "best practices" as they relate to housing

Works with the Dean of Students and other university personnel to collect and analyze data relevant to Residence Life

Works with the Dean of Students and other relevant stakeholders on data-driven continuous improvement within TU Residence Life

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in education, business, or related field from an accredited institution

Prior leadership experience in Student Life and/or Residence Life

Commitment to supporting the needs of students

Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision

Demonstrate conflict resolution, de-escalation, and intervention skills

Accuracy in reporting and attention to detail

Strong leadership and supervisory skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in student affairs, education, business, or related field from an accredited institution

Prior leadership experience in Student Life and/or Residence Life with specific experience administering a residence hall or residential community

TO APPLY

Please follow the link https://apply.appone.com/job/699e1c1dba0b215dd6224de4

Required documentation includes:

Cover letter addressing the qualifications cited above.

Curriculum vita

Names and contact information of three professional references

Unofficial transcripts of terminal degree (Official transcripts due upon hire) All electronic submissions should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.