Assistant Residence Life Coordinator, two positions available
About The Position
Brock University is seeking two Assistant Residence Life Coordinators for a fixed-term contract position from August 2026 to May 2027. This is a live-in residence position requiring candidates to reside on campus. The role involves irregular hours, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends. The Assistant Residence Life Coordinator (ARLC) supports the Residence Life program, focusing on student safety, security, wellness, and development. The ARLC supervises student staff, addresses community issues, and manages employee conduct. This role is crucial in maintaining a positive and supportive residential environment for students.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience
- Standard First Aid and CPR C
- Experience in a residence life or student affairs setting or demonstrated competence with leadership and crisis management in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of student development theory with the ability to anticipate community needs in accordance with the annual student cycle
- Capacity to support and guide individuals with the ability to demonstrate tact in difficult conversations
- Skilled in evaluating solutions from multiple perspectives to identify equitable and innovative solutions
- Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community
Nice To Haves
- ASIST training, Mental Health First Aid training, or equivalent
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of student staff that support the community experience of residents
- Address employee conduct issues in accordance with Brock Housing Service’s staff discipline model
- Design and deliver staff training throughout the year in response to student and staff needs
- Assist in after-hours emergency response efforts, including activating broader departmental and university protocols
- Respond to high-level situations in person as a first responder or as a support in escalated situations
- Participate in a residence-wide on-call rotation and respond to after-hours residence concerns as required
- Respond to high-level, complex, and/or reoccurring emergency concerns on campus
- Deliver immediate and ongoing support to students and staff following emergency incidents
- Develop safety plans with students experiencing mental health challenges using ASIST training
- Complete documentation and conduct follow-up with impacted students and coordinate their support in collaboration with the Transition and Support Coordinators
- Investigate, adjudicate, and engage students regarding violations of the Residence Community Standards
- Apply sound judgement and established procedures to determine sanctions regarding discipline situations, consulting with Residence Life Coordinator as appropriate
- Maintain a strong presence within assigned community, including hosting drop-in hour and attending programming
- Model positive behaviour for staff and students, setting a positive example of community values
- Contribute to the facilitation of campus-wide programming and initiatives for the residence community
- Facilitate harm reduction programming in assigned community and across the larger residence community
Benefits
- Discounted rental rate
- Up to 3 weeks of vacation per year in addition to university holidays, prorated to reflect the duration of the contract
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
