Residence Hall Director

University of Central Oklahoma • Edmond, OK

402d • $43,888 - $43,888

About The Position

The Residence Hall Director at the University of Central Oklahoma is a full-time, live-in position responsible for creating a safe and engaging learning environment within the residence halls. This role focuses on student development, engagement, and academic success, implementing a comprehensive residential curriculum that promotes self-awareness and critical thinking. The Hall Director oversees various aspects of residence life, including academic support, student staff supervision, facilities management, and crisis intervention, while fostering relationships among students, families, and campus departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field plus 3+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Residence Life experience as an undergraduate or graduate resident assistant (or equivalent).
• Graduate-level experience supervising student staff and/or advising student organizations is strongly preferred.
• Experience with development and/or implementation of student learning initiatives, including a residential curriculum, living learning communities, or teaching.
• Currently hold or be actively pursuing a master's degree in Higher Education, Student Development, Student Affairs, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated abilities in all areas of residence life that include conflict management skills, giving and receiving feedback, time management, and student staff training and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the role of a learning-centered educator.
• Implement a residential curriculum focused on developing an awareness of self, critical thinking skills, and community participation.
• Develop and facilitate lesson plans and assessments for the residential curriculum.
• Utilize multiple educational strategies and theories to aid in student learning and development.
• Build collaborative relationships with campus partners, including Counseling & Well-Being, Campus Police, Risk Management, Dining, and Student Conduct.
• Serve an integral role in recruiting, selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff, including resident assistants and student desk workers.
• Advise one of two Housing student organizations (Housing Activities Council or National Residence Hall Honorary).
• Promptly and appropriately address student conduct issues and behavioral concerns.
• Serve on an emergency on-call team rotation for the residence halls.
• Conduct overall administration and operations of a 290-450+ bed residence hall.
• Foster relationships among the Housing & Dining department by serving on committees and supporting initiatives.
• Assist with summer conferences/projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Furnished apartment
• Choice of meal plan
• Full university benefits including medical and retirement
• Paid time off
• Paid parking space
• Tuition benefits
• Allowed one pet under 35 pounds

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
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• Education Level: Bachelor's degree