ASMSA Residential Experience Coordinator

University of Arkansas System•Hot Springs, MT

About The Position

The Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts is a specific investment by the General Assembly in many of the stateʼs most talented and promising young minds. Each year, students from counties across Arkansas come to ASMSA to live and learn within a community of 230 intellectual peers. The residential experience combines college-level coursework, dynamic faculty, advanced research opportunities, diverse experiences within the arts, study abroad trips, and more to create an educational community unlike any other in Arkansas. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Residential Experience Coordinator is a full-time staff member with previous live-in residence life experience. They are charged with the oversight and safety of students. Works on a floor of 30-40 high school students (grades 10-12 in collaboration with a Residential Mentor.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred in student affairs, higher education, college student personnel, counseling, social work, or related field.
Minimum of at least one year student affairs leadership experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of residential functions, operations, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Personal skills and characteristics necessary for success in the position are: o Creativity o Flexibility o Organizational skills o Team Building o Enthusiasm o Dependability
Valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing focus experiences for students and demonstrated commitment in continual learning and institutional improvements are preferred.
Ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, parents, and community members.
Effective decision making, problem-solving, and judgement skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and execute tasks to completion

Responsibilities

Works collectively with other staff to create a positive residential experience for high school students that promote learning and retention.
Plan and/or chaperone on-campus and off-campus social and educational trips and functions.
Handle follow-up with residents of concern, emergencies and crisis situations that pertains to students.
Conduct nightly room checks to ensure that all students are accounted for in the building.
Conduct weekly room inspections.
Occasionally transport students as needed (in school vehicles).
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate intentional learning opportunities in the community to meet developmental needs of students.
Occasionally dispense over the counter or prescription medication or provide minor medical care including transporting students to the hospital.
Address parental complaints and questions via phone, e-mail, or in person, seeking timely resolutions.
Assist in enforcing ASMSA, city, state, and federal rules and laws.
Serve as “on call” staff member with other live-in staff members
Assist in other on-campus summer programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Students.
Additional on-the-job training, including CPR/AED, first aid training, and campus wide professional development.