Area Coordinator

University of Richmond

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Area Coordinators have primary responsibility for the management of undergraduate residential communities. They work to establish an environment that allows residents to accomplish their academic goals and participate in co-curricular personal growth experiences. Area Coordinators seek to develop a sense of belonging and community in each residence hall in their assigned area of responsibility. They also assist with addressing academic, personal, and social concerns of students, and facilitate programmatic experiences. Through various connections, Area Coordinators are key contributors to many areas within the Division of Student Development and the University community.

Requirements

Knowledge in the areas of college student development theory, residential life, and student conduct is required.
Experience and understanding of conflict management, problem solving, crisis management, supervision, time management, project management, budget preparation, and fiscal management is required.
Knowledge of applicable professional standards, policies, procedures, and legislation related to the areas of residence life/housing and student conduct is required.
Leadership ability is required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Demonstrated presentation skills are highly desired.
Computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet, email/calendar software, and web-based applications, is required.
Master’s degree in higher education administration or a closely related field is required.
Valid driver's license for at least 3 years and successful completion of a driving check, required.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the theoretical framework related to college student gender identity development is not required but preferred.
General knowledge or experience with Microsoft Office, Banner/BannerWeb, WorkDay, Maxient, and StarRez is desired.
Understanding of current social media platforms used by college students is helpful.
Knowledge of residence life and housing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises an undergraduate staff of approximately twenty Resident Assistants and three Head Residents, depending on assigned residential area.
Assists in the selection of a student staff of 90 in cooperation with the RLH team.
Assists in the planning and implementation of fall and spring semester training workshops and in-service staff training.
Serves as part of the instructional staff for a seven-week credit-bearing course taught each spring for newly selected student staff.
Coordinates the evaluation process for student staff, including resident feedback and evaluation of individual staff in their assigned area of responsibility each semester.
Promotes programming for assigned residential communities to satisfy components of the departmental programming model and departmental goals.
Works with student staff to maintain diversity in program development efforts with an emphasis on co-curricular programs that foster belonging and community.
Facilitates the development of an environment that fosters student responsibility and accountability within the residential community.
Encourages staff and students to develop respect for their living environment.
Facilitates programming efforts in collaboration with Faculty in Residence to enhance the co-curricular experience for students depending on residential area of responsibility.
Participates in on-call duty rotation.
Works closely with RLH Leadership team and both College dean’s offices and provides support to students.
Works closely with various campus partners including University Police, University Facilities, Student Health Center, and Counseling & Psychological Services.
As essential personnel, provides support and assistance, when necessary, in response to campus crisis.
Coordinates and implements a variety of tasks including but not limited to staff duty schedules, communications with residents, event with alcohol registration, budget management, and updating manuals and instructional materials.
Provides support to student staff and department for matters including, but not limited to after-hours programming needs, building/area/department initiatives, and staff meetings.
Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates an undergraduate staff of up to ten Summer School Resident Assistants with the assistance of a graduate level intern through the Association of College and University Housing Officers – International (ACUHO-I).
Oversees programming, facility support, community climate, and other administrative tasks as needed/assigned.
Meets with and counsels students as they encounter academic, adjustment, and/or developmental difficulties.
Makes appropriate referrals to campus resources and maintains contact with students through the period of difficulty.
Solicits and provides feedback to faculty, staff, and parents of students facing difficulties as appropriate.
Serves as academic advisor for undeclared First Year students and remains the academic advisor for these students until they declare a major, subject to institutional need and supervisor approval.
Authorized to conduct preliminary hearings, determine outcomes, and assign sanctions to students who accept responsibility for a violation of the Standards of Student Conduct.
Completes appropriate administrative functions related to student conduct.
Interprets and communicates University policies and procedures to students and staff, and reviews situations that merit exceptions to existing policy in consultation with appropriate personnel.
Instructs sessions of the University’s first-year course, attends trainings, coordinates with co-instructors, and provides feedback regarding curriculum and course design as necessary.
Participates in divisional and/or University committees on behalf of the department as needed.
Participates and helps lead residence hall tours for all prospective and admitted students during Preview and Experience Richmond events.
Establishes and maintains good working relationships with other units within the division and University.
Actively participates in professional associations through attendance at annual meetings, reading of journals and newsletters, and presenting at conferences.
Plays an integral role as a team member to support, achieve, and advance departmental work through participation in departmental committees, planning, development and fulfillment of efforts.
Completes administrative tasks as needed and requested including but not limited to opening and closing responsibilities, building/area inspections and follow-up, fire/safety inspections, residential area/room inspections and damage billing.
Supports Custodial and Facilities Services staff in maintaining healthy and safe living conditions within residential communities.
Maintains office hours Monday-Friday (9:00 am – 5:00 pm) to allow for interaction with students and other staff.
Maintains availability and accessibility to residents and student staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.