Residence Life Coordinator

Colorado School of Mines•Colorado, CO

9d•$56,485 - $57,568•Onsite

About The Position

The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is responsible for the student experience within an assigned residential community of 300–500 students and supervises 10–30 student staff members, directly and indirectly. As a professional staff member in the Department of Residence Life, the RLC reports to an Assistant Director of Residence Life and stewards residents, staff, and the physical facilities of the assigned area. The position calls for strong decision-making, teamwork, leadership, communication, and adaptability. This is a 12-month, live-in position. On-campus housing is provided in a two-bedroom apartment, along with a meal plan. The role requires flexible scheduling to participate in the department’s on-call rotation throughout the year, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and academic breaks. The RLC fosters student learning, connection, and retention through the Resident Learning Model; oversees community programming and Signature Learning Communities; supervises and advises student leaders; and supports recruitment, selection, and training efforts. The coordinator promotes a safe residential environment, responds to student concerns and emergencies, follows up on conduct and care matters, and serves as a student conduct officer for minor and mid-level issues under supervision. The role also oversees assigned community desk operations and coordinates with facilities management and custodial services. Additional committee, department, campus, and professional-development duties may be assigned. The minimum education requirement is a master’s degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher education, with experience in an educational or community development environment, or a master’s degree in student affairs administration or a related field. The degree must be completed by the employment start date. The position is based at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher education and experience working in an educational or community development environment, or a master’s degree in student affairs administration or a related field.
Degree must be completed by the start of employment.
Commitment to ongoing learning and development of self and others.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate with individuals with different skills, values, and lived experiences.
Outstanding administrative, planning, and communication skills.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with college students in an educational setting as a paraprofessional or professional.
Experience working with college students in a residential setting.
Experience supervising.
Knowledge of student development theory.
Experience using online platforms such as Maxient, eRezLife, StarRez, and/or Banner.

Responsibilities

Create a positive residential experience that promotes student learning and retention through the Resident Learning Model.
Build connections with residents through informal interactions, scheduled meetings, and attendance at events and programs.
Oversee residence hall or apartment community programming related to respect, inclusion, community, learning, and responsibility.
Oversee Signature Learning Communities and associated programming, liaising with academic faculty and supporting branding and assessment.
Supervise 10–30 student staff members, including Resident Advisors, Desk Directors, and Desk Assistants.
Advise a Community Council and support the Campus Living Student Association (CLSA).
Assist with department-wide recruitment, selection, and training of student and full-time staff.
Promote a safe and secure living environment and respond to student concerns, crises, emergencies, and crimes in collaboration with campus and community partners.
Follow up on residents of concern and resident-related emergency, interpersonal conflict, and crisis situations.
Serve in the department’s professional staff on-call rotation.
Serve as a student conduct officer for minor and mid-level conduct issues under the supervision of the Dean of Students Office and Associate Director of Residence Life.
Coordinate with facilities management and custodial services on maintenance through regular communication and building assessments.
Oversee assigned community desk operations, including key and access management, package and mail distribution, setting expectations, and customer service.
Participate in department and campus committees, initiatives, and task forces, which may include staff recruitment, training, development, and evaluations.
Participate in professional development that supports the work and department.

Benefits

On-campus housing in a two-bedroom apartment.
Meal plan for on-campus dining.
Flexible health and dental care options.
Generous sick and vacation time.
13 paid holidays per year, including a week-long winter break for the entire campus.
Fully vested retirement plan from the first day of employment, with an employer contribution.
Tuition benefits: six credits per year for employees and a 50 percent discount for dependents.
Free RTD Ecopass.
Access to discount programs through the State of Colorado.
Free tickets for Mines Athletics home games.
Access to the Recreation Center, including fitness classes, training, and a swimming pool.
Equipment rentals through the Outdoor Recreation Center.
Access to an on-campus daycare center.