Housing Coordinator (Student Development Specialist II)

Texas A&M•Galveston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Coordinator (Student Development Specialist II) creates a safe living environment in the residence halls and helps ensure their smooth operation. The position supports daily operations, implements residential living policies and procedures within university guidelines, and handles student discipline procedures appropriately. The coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of one to three residence halls, supervises student staff, and indirectly supervises designated building front desks. The position also manages work orders and key and safety systems, communicates with students through social media, and supports Living Learning Communities in the supervised buildings. The coordinator contributes to student development and campus life by advising student groups, participating in and planning student activities, presenting leadership workshops and orientations, serving on campus committees, and helping deliver educational programs in the residence halls. The role may also include assisting with a first-year experience course and summer camps and conferences. The coordinator supports community leaders and serves as a conduct officer for basic in-hall adjudication when required. This position lives in an apartment in a residence hall and participates in an on-call rotation, including weekends and after-hours communication. The coordinator responds to campus emergencies and is considered essential personnel during crises. During campus evacuations, the coordinator may lead students or staff to safety zones and may be required to relocate in the event of a hurricane or other campus closure. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
With a bachelor's degree, one or more years of experience in student affairs work or a related specialty; no experience is required with a master's degree.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Must live on campus in a residence hall apartment.
Must fulfill some required weekend and evening responsibilities and work an on-call rotation.
Possible relocation may be required in the case of a hurricane or other campus change or closure.
Must comply with applicable state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M University System and university policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.
Must perform tasks and responsibilities safely and in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
Position is security sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other required information.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Two years of experience in Student Affairs, counseling, or a related area.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations of one to three residence halls.
Directly supervise six to twelve student staff and indirectly supervise the front desk of designated buildings.
Manage work orders and key and safety systems.
Create, manage, and communicate through social media platforms to keep students informed.
Support Living Learning Communities in the supervised buildings.
Assist with teaching a first-year experience course as part of Hullaballoo-U and/or Freshmen ZOPS with the Corps of Cadets.
Assist with summer camps and conferences, including check-in and day-to-day operations.
Advise student groups and attend, participate in, and help plan student activities and events.
Assist with leadership workshops, campus orientations, and other presentations as needed.
Serve on campus committees.
Plan, develop, and implement educational programs in residence halls as part of a divisional curriculum.
Guide community leaders in community building, intentional conversations with residents, and crisis management.
Serve as a conduct officer for basic adjudication of in-hall violations of student rules as required.
Live in an on-campus residence hall apartment and participate in an on-call rotation, including responding to campus emergencies.
During campus evacuations, lead and accompany students or staff to safety-zone destinations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.