Director of Residence Life
About The Position
Lehman College is seeking a dynamic, student-centered leader to serve as Director of Residential Life. This is a critical leadership position that oversees the strategic direction, daily operations, and community-building efforts of the College's residential program, which supports approximately 200 students each semester. The Director fosters a living environment that promotes student well-being, academic success, equity, and belonging and is guided by student development theory, inclusive excellence, and trauma-informed practice. The Director of Residential Life reports directly to the Senior Director of Operations and Compliance and is a part of the Transition and Retention Subgroup.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and eight (8) years of related experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
- Four to six years of progressively responsible experience in housing, residence life, or student affairs.
- Demonstrated expertise in student personnel administration, residential program management, group and organizational dynamics, and crisis response.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership for Residence Life, including strategic planning, administrative decision-making, and program implementation.
- Manage the daily operations of Housing and Residence Life, ensuring a high-quality residential experience.
- Oversee fiscal operations, budgeting, revenue projections, and alignment with occupancy goals in partnership with Administration and Finance.
- Supervise professional staff, residence life counselors, and student employees; provide training, mentorship, and performance management.
- Administer housing contracts, billing processes, and housing policies, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
- Coordinate facilities work, capital projects, and vendor relationships to maintain safe and well-functioning residential environments.
- Lead residential conduct processes, dispute resolution programs, and restorative practices in collaboration with Public Safety and the Office of the Dean of Students.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, and campus partners regarding residential issues, policies, and student support.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and provide leadership during crisis situations, emergencies, and after-hours incidents.
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of residence life programs aligned with student development and learning outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations—including Title IX, ADA, and VAWA—as well as CUNY and Lehman College policies.
- Build and sustain productive partnerships with campus stakeholders to enhance the residential experience.
Benefits
- RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
