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Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryExecutive Director of Housing and Residential LifeUniversity of South Carolina UpstateSTASpartanburg, SCThe Executive Director of Housing and Residential Life is responsible for the overall planning, organization, implementation and supervision of all on campus housing and residence life. The position is responsible for coordinating and supervising all key housing services provided by USC Upstate. This includes overseeing resident selection, assignments, managing resident relations, supervising staff, preparing complex budget and statistical reports, formulating annual budget requests and monitoring spending. This position also partners with key university operations coordinating with Facilities Management, Operations, and Housekeeping, coordinating with dining services, and oversight of the management the student housing database utilization with Enrollment Services and the Registrar's Office. This person has financial oversight of the department with over $8 million in revenue of the main budget of approximately $3-4 million dollars in spending, as well as development and management of a facilities project budget in coordination with Facilities Management. A key part of the budget management is managing housing occupancy to match revenue and occupancy goals with university enrollment projections and strategic priorities. The staff in this position is responsible for departmental operations that complies with state/federal law and university guidelines. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesA successful background check is required. Record of successful occupancy and budget analysis. Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, managing multiple concurrent tasks, verbal communication, written communication, analytical and problem solving, on call for emergency situations. Knowledge of facilities management planning and operations. Expert knowledge level in housing information and technology systems. Effective knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite particularly with Excel. Basic accounting knowledge. Knowledge of principles, regulations and laws related to housing and judicial affairs. Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Student Personnel Services or related field and 5 years related experience. At least three years prior budget management, and full-time staff supervisory experience.
Strongly prefer experience in the formation, implementation, evaluation of effective housing policies and procedures. Strong background in housing operations, technology and finances. Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantThe application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
USC Upstate offers a valuable https://uscupstate.edu/employment/employee-benefits/package including but not limited to
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A Residential Services Administrator provides administrative support for the residential services office at a college or university. The office comprehensively programs the experience of living on and off campus in a residence hall.
$88,466 / year median in South Carolina
+5% projected growth
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Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryExecutive Director of Housing and Residential LifeUniversity of South Carolina UpstateSTASpartanburg, SCThe Executive Director of Housing and Residential Life is responsible for the overall planning, organization, implementation and supervision of all on campus housing and residence life. The position is responsible for coordinating and supervising all key housing services provided by USC Upstate. This includes overseeing resident selection, assignments, managing resident relations, supervising staff, preparing complex budget and statistical reports, formulating annual budget requests and monitoring spending. This position also partners with key university operations coordinating with Facilities Management, Operations, and Housekeeping, coordinating with dining services, and oversight of the management the student housing database utilization with Enrollment Services and the Registrar's Office. This person has financial oversight of the department with over $8 million in revenue of the main budget of approximately $3-4 million dollars in spending, as well as development and management of a facilities project budget in coordination with Facilities Management. A key part of the budget management is managing housing occupancy to match revenue and occupancy goals with university enrollment projections and strategic priorities. The staff in this position is responsible for departmental operations that complies with state/federal law and university guidelines. Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesA successful background check is required. Record of successful occupancy and budget analysis. Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, managing multiple concurrent tasks, verbal communication, written communication, analytical and problem solving, on call for emergency situations. Knowledge of facilities management planning and operations. Expert knowledge level in housing information and technology systems. Effective knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite particularly with Excel. Basic accounting knowledge. Knowledge of principles, regulations and laws related to housing and judicial affairs. Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Student Personnel Services or related field and 5 years related experience. At least three years prior budget management, and full-time staff supervisory experience.
Strongly prefer experience in the formation, implementation, evaluation of effective housing policies and procedures. Strong background in housing operations, technology and finances. Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantThe application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
USC Upstate offers a valuable https://uscupstate.edu/employment/employee-benefits/package including but not limited to
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition Program
- Dependent Scholarships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development OpportunitiesTo apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings