Residence Life Area Coordinator

Agnes Scott College • Decatur, GA

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About The Position

The Residence Life Area Coordinator at Agnes Scott College is responsible for providing leadership in on-campus residential areas, including residence halls and apartments. This role focuses on fostering residential communities that support student growth and success, while also serving as a supervisor, educator, and administrator. The Area Coordinator will work closely with the Residence Life leadership team and may focus on specific areas aligned with the institutional mission, such as health and wellness or leadership initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field from an accredited college/university.
• At least three years of professional experience in higher education following graduate school is required; three to five years of experience in residence life is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of residential life philosophy and student development theory.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
• Possess interpersonal/human relation skills; commitment to diversity; and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong detail management skills; organizational/planning skills; and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of current educational trends, politics of thought and protocols.
• Good listening skills and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office products: Word, and Excel and electronic mail.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to institutional and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Provides leadership in supporting student well-being, including organizing and promoting programs that encourage wellness, personal growth, and academic success.
• Supervises and mentors graduate assistants and resident assistants.
• Participates in the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of graduate assistants and resident assistants.
• Maintains open lines of communication with Residence Life staff and students.
• Supports operational functions for residential areas, such as building walkthroughs, room inspections, maintenance requests, hall openings/closings, and other administrative tasks.
• Participates in the Residence Life on-call rotation, responding to student concerns and emergency situations.
• Collaborates with various campus departments, such as Counseling Services, Dean of Students office, Campus Safety, and other student support services.
• Represents the Office of Residence Life on institutional committees and at campus events as needed.
• Contributes to departmental projects and initiatives, such as service projects and campus-wide task forces.
• Assists in the management of health and safety protocols as required by institutional policies.

Benefits

• On-campus housing provided at a reduced rate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree