Hall Director

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hall Director is an integral part of the Residence Education area for University Housing. The role creates a residence hall community that values academics and community involvement and fosters students’ and staff members’ academic, social, and physical development. The Hall Director leads the hall’s day-to-day management to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.

The Hall Director communicates University Housing, Division of Student Affairs, and University philosophy and policies to students, while also representing students’ needs to the administration. The position requires leadership, trust, and integrity and contributes significantly to the personal growth and development of staff members and hall residents. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and the ability to maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or formal education equivalent with a major in sociology, public administration, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least two years of experience in program administration or a related area.
• Knowledge of planning and organizing events for students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the listed qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in college student personnel, higher education administration, counseling, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Graduate and/or full-time experience with community living and leadership development.
• At least three years of experience in program administration or a related area.

Responsibilities

• Create a residence hall community that honors academics and community involvement.
• Facilitate an environment that supports the academic, social, and physical development of students and staff.
• Lead the day-to-day management of the hall to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Communicate University Housing, Division of Student Affairs, and University philosophy and policies to students.
• Represent and present students’ needs to the administration.
• Contribute to the personal growth and development of staff members and hall residents.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and collegial working relationships.

Benefits

• Health insurance with university contributions.
• Dental insurance with university contributions.
• Life insurance with university contributions.
• Disability insurance with university contributions.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level