Assistant Dean of Residence Life & Housing, Student Experience

University of Northwestern - St. Paul•Minnesota, MN

5d•$56,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Dean of Residence Life & Housing provides leadership for the University's residential experience through oversight of residence life programs, housing operations, student leadership development, and residential community standards. The position supervises professional staff, promotes student engagement and holistic development, manages housing services and resources, and collaborates with campus partners to foster supportive, mission-centered living-learning communities that contribute to student success and retention. Employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and by supporting Northwestern's mission.

Requirements

Master’s degree in College Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field, earned or in progress.
At least three years of previous Student Development work experience.
At least one year of supervisory experience.
Maintain a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in interactions, and uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement, and Declaration of Christian Community.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain discretion and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Strong time management, problem-solving, prioritization, deadline management, and attention to detail.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to work some evenings and weekends and approximately one week per month on-call.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for work-related purposes.
Experience managing budgets and financial resources within assigned responsibilities.
Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, and development for professional and student staff.
Advance student engagement, accountability, leadership development, and community building in support of student success and the University's mission and values.
Collaborate on the development, implementation, and assessment of residential learning initiatives, programs, and experiences that promote students' personal, spiritual, social, and academic growth.
Oversee university housing operations, including occupancy management, room assignments, housing selection, residential transitions, and related administrative functions.
Support student well-being through proactive intervention, case management, and collaboration.
Participate in student conduct processes and rotational on-call crisis response efforts.
Review, evaluate, and implement Housing and Residence Life policies, procedures, and operational practices in collaboration with the supervisor.
Oversee departmental budgets and resources, ensuring stewardship, regulatory compliance, risk management, and alignment with institutional priorities.
Oversee residential facility-related processes, housing technology systems, and service operations to maintain accurate records, effective communication, timely issue resolution, and high-quality service for students and families.
Collaborate across the University to enhance the residential experience and support student development.
Engage students through mentoring, discipleship, and campus involvement consistent with the University's mission.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.