Residence Hall Director

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Farmingdale, NY Posted:

May 13, 2026

Closes:

Open Until Filled Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: 26-27

Position ID:

200484

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Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields. Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education. The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

Farmingdale State College is seeking a student-focused professional to serve as a Residence Hall Director. The Residence Hall Director (RHD) is responsible for helping facilitate a safe, comfortable, fun, inclusive and positive community in the residence halls so students may achieve their academic and personal goals. The incumbent will be responsible for the overall administration and operation of a residence hall, including, but not limited to, training and supervising student staff, coordination of programming, community development and discipline. Additional responsibilities include assisting with summer conference housing, serving on departmental committees and special assignments, helping and participating in college functions and committees. This position is a 12 month, full-time, live-in position. The Residence Hall Director serves on a Residence Life duty rotation and must be available to work occasional nights, weekends, and holidays. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree awarded by July 2026. Experience in Residence Life or a related field. Strong organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to think creatively and implement innovative solutions. Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including experience working with a diverse student population. Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently, with a professional and accountable work ethic. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree. At least one year of experience in Residence Life. Experience with planning programs. Experience with student discipline and/or conflict resolution. Experience with assessment tools. Experience with tools such as Adobe Illustrator.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time UUP position. For the first 10 working days, beginning Wednesday, May 13, 2026 , and ending Wednesday, May 27, 2026 , applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS

Open Until Filled SALARY:

$51,261 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $55,261 Total Compensation.

ANTICIPATED START DATE

August 3, 2026 The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. Click here for New York State F/T UUP Benefits Summary Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations. Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions: Cover Letter Resume/C.V. Only applications made through Farmingdale's electronic application system will be accepted. Once you successfully apply you will receive an email as confirmation. Returning applicants may login to their Farmingdale State College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by