Residence Life Assistant Hall Manager

Universities of Wisconsin•Superior, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Hall Manager (AHM) assists the Department of Residence Life with the development of a successful academic and residential life experience for students. Major responsibilities include: supervision, training, and evaluation of 4-16 Resident Assistant (RA) staff; work with programming specific to support academics and student retention; and serve as a member of Central Staff.

Requirements

Must be a current at least half-time UW-Superior student in good academic standing (2.75 cumulative GPA)
One year of relevant Student Affairs work experience; experience in Residence Life preferred
Energy and enthusiasm for assisting students
Must have a sensitivity and concern for others as individuals
Ability to effectively mentor students in the areas of personal and academic related issues
Demonstrate effective team work, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to exhibit professional conduct at all times
Employment will require a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

One year of relevant Student Affairs work experience; experience in Residence Life preferred

Responsibilities

Student Staff Administration and Supervision – The Assistant Hall Manager will serve as the primary supervisor of the RA staff.
Advise students, within the limits of training and capability, on personal, social, & academic concerns while maintaining strict confidentiality and making referrals when necessary
Meet weekly/biweekly with the building’s RA staff to provide direct supervision, establish personal contact, and maintain open communication
Participate, complete, and facilitate RA staff evaluations; distribute and collect surveys designed to review specific areas of the Residence Life program
Review duty logs and reports as a means to keep up to date and assist RAs in building skills related to aiding students on attitudes, academic achievements/difficulties, and health problems
Oversee all aspects of RA programming expectations and front desk services.
Assist the RA staff in handling minor discipline, community, and roommate concerns
Coordinate the RA duty schedule
Meet weekly with the Hall Manager
Work with the Hall Manager to develop ongoing training for the RA staff
Assist the Hall Manager in conducting weekly staff meetings
Hold three office hours above and beyond time spent in the office on administrative tasks
Provide mentoring and assist with training incoming, newly hired Assistant Hall Managers for the following academic year
Residence Hall Policies – The Assistant Hall Manager explain, enforce, and implement policies as directed by the Department of Residence Life and the University.
Make students aware of the rights and responsibilities they share within the community.
Confront and document students who violate community standard and/or University policy.
Provide the necessary and appropriate follow-up with these students
Maintain staff consistency in order to ensure staff credibility
Departmental Administrative Duties – The Assistant Hall Manager will assist with Departmental Administrative Duties.
Attend and participate in all Residence Life trainings and in-service training workshops, Participate in weekly Central Staff meetings
Meet monthly with the Associate Director and Director of Residence Life
Assist with and participate fully in the student staff selection process
Residence Life Events – The Assistant Hall Manager will assist with and be present for Residence Life events and programming.
Help organize and prepare the residence hall for move-in, -out, opening, and closing
Attendance is required at the following events: Residence Life Training; Weekend of Welcome, Hall Opening and/or other Special Weekend Events
Other Duties As Assigned
Live in assigned room on campus