Resident Director

Assumption University•Worcester, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Director (RD) serves as a live-in professional responsible for developing and sustaining a vibrant, inclusive, and values-based residential community aligned with the mission of Assumption University, a Catholic institution grounded in the principles of the Assumptionists. The RD plays a vital leadership role in student development, residential programming, crisis response, and community building, while fostering an environment rooted in Christian values, academic excellence, and personal growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to the mission and Catholic identity of Assumption University, with the ability to articulate Catholic teachings as they relate to ethical student development.
Dedication to fostering an inclusive, just, and equitable residential environment.
Proficiency with common administrative software and digital tools.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs), including one Head Resident Assistant.
Assist in RA recruitment, selection, and training processes.
Foster a supportive residential environment through programming, hall initiatives, and one-on-one student engagement.
Monitor student behavior and well-being, providing support or referrals as needed.
Participate in the RD on-call rotation to respond to student emergencies, policy violations, and crisis situations.
Maintain a visible and accessible presence in the residence hall community, especially during evenings, weekends, and major campus events.
Monitor room changes, maintenance requests, and facility needs.
Conduct Health & Safety inspections and manage related documentation.
Coordinate hall openings, closings, and break coverage.
Maintain regular office hours and respond promptly to student concerns.
Meet weekly with the Assistant Director and monthly with the Director of Residential Life.
Attend weekly Residential Life team meetings and departmental in-service trainings.
Partner with various campus departments, including Student Engagement and Leadership, Counseling Services, Campus Recreation, etc. to support holistic student success and retention efforts.
Serve as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under Clery Act regulations.
Act as a Responsible Employee for Title IX reporting.
Serve as the primary hearing officer for any Community Standards violations within the assigned residential area.
Assist with Board Hearings as necessary for Community Standards cases