Residence Hall Director

Quinnipiac University•Hamden, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Quinnipiac University invites applications for a Residential Hall Director to join our vibrant, student-centered residential community and play a meaningful role in supporting student success, engagement, and belonging. Located on our beautiful Mount Carmel campus in Hamden, Connecticut, this full-time, year-round, live-in position offers an exciting opportunity to cultivate an inclusive and engaging living-learning environment where students thrive academically, socially, and personally. Residence Hall Directors serve as key student affairs professionals within the Division of Student Affairs and are responsible for fostering community development, supporting student wellness, responding to student concerns, and enhancing the residential student experience through leadership, mentorship, education, and crisis response. Through collaboration with campus partners, Residence Hall Directors contribute to a dynamic residential experience grounded in student development and holistic support. Residence Hall Directors are required to reside exclusively in a designated campus apartment, participate in an on-call duty rotation with in-person response responsibilities, and maintain a visible and engaged presence within their assigned residential communities during evenings and weekends. Exercising considerable independent judgment and decision-making, Residence Hall Directors oversee a residential area and supervise between 7–17 paraprofessional staff members. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student development, inclusive community building, crisis management, and collaborative problem-solving within a fast-paced residential environment.

Requirements

Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration or related field is required
Minimum of one to three years of professional or graduate-level experience in residential life, housing, student affairs, or related student-facing environments
Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or training student staff or paraprofessional employees
Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills
Experience with creating and executing programs
Ability to respond effectively to crisis situations and exercise sound judgment in a residential environment
Independent decision-making abilities
Commitment to inclusive excellence
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and participate in an on-call rotation and to reside in an assigned on-campus apartment as a condition of employment
Advanced knowledge of student development and evidence of a strong commitment to the profession
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Ensure a consistent adult presence in residential areas, serving as a positive role model for students.
Foster meaningful relationships with residents, offering support and guidance to help them achieve their academic and personal objectives.
Oversee the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of paraprofessional staff.
Design and implement a robust training program for paraprofessional staff, ensuring alignment with office guidelines.
Maintain clear communication of staff expectations and document any performance-related concerns.
Engage in office recruitment processes, including selection of paraprofessional staff, residence hall preparations, and room assignments.
Aid in crafting, implementing, and monitoring the residential educational curriculum.
Collaborate on initiatives like Living-Learning Communities and Faculty Affiliates, enhancing the integration of academic and residential life.
Serve as a point of contact and mediator for Faculty Affiliates, ensuring a strong bond between faculty and residents.
Regularly participate in the RHD on-call duty rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Uphold, clarify, and enforce University policies and guidelines to ensure a harmonious living environment.
Act as a primary hearing officer for conduct meetings, addressing and mediating student concerns.
Handle assigned CARE cases, providing follow-up for students in need of support.
Collaborate with the Office of Facilities, ensuring the optimal maintenance and upkeep of residence hall facilities.
Efficiently manage designated residence hall budgets, ensuring all budgetary processes and guidelines are followed.
Ensure all necessary documentation, including duty logs and reports, are submitted accurately and within stipulated deadlines.
Work with the Office of Housing to manage room condition reports, room changes, damage reporting, work orders and follow up, room selection, opening and closing inspections, health and safety inspections, vacancy management, and other duties as assigned.
Facilitate and support hall or area councils in partnership with the Residence Hall Association.
Represent the department in office and divisional committees as necessary.
Engage in continuous professional development, attending relevant seminars, workshops, and association events.
Take on other duties and responsibilities when required.