Assistant Residence Life Coordinator

Penn State University • University Park, PA

103d • Hybrid

About The Position

Student Affairs and the Residence Life are looking for dynamic and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Temporary Coordinators. These positions will report to an Assistant Director with potential to supervise a staff of Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities of buildings housing up to 400 students.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development
• Minimum of 20 hours and up to 40 hours a week availability
• Valid driver's license preferred but not required; if driving as part of job duties, a valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required

Responsibilities

• Directly or indirectly supervising Resident Assistants
• Conducting regular individual and group supervision meetings
• Evaluating Resident Assistant performance
• Providing support and training for Resident Assistants
• Assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residence education program for the area
• Assisting with the development and implementation of campus-wide initiatives
• Advising student groups in the area
• Making referrals to University agencies when appropriate
• Encouraging student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
• Promoting area government
• Advocating for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
• Advising individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
• Interpreting and enforcing University and residence hall policies and procedures
• Mediating conflicts between and among students
• Assisting with the daily operation and organization of the area and the area office
• Handling requests for room changes and contract releases
• Assisting in promoting the safety and security of area residents
• Assisting in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc.
• Providing on-call duty coverage
• Demonstrating a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment
• Encouraging Resident Assistants to become well-acquainted with students in the area
• Assisting the Resident Assistants in developing and promoting a positive living environment
• Demonstrating a commitment to diversity and social justice
• Planning and implementing programs in conjunction with Resident Assistants and students
• Demonstrating a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups
• Assisting in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Housing provided if covering on-call responsibilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services