Resident Director

Boston College • Chestnut Hill, MA

65d • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Office of Residential Life at Boston College is to create a respectful, healthy, and safe living community for its residents. The office is committed to integrating the Roman Catholic and Ignatian tradition into the formation of each student by connecting their intellectual, ethical, religious, and spiritual lives through various programs and services. This formational development is achieved by promoting the academic mission, modeling responsible and ethical behaviors in accordance with the religious and moral principles of the Roman Catholic Church, engaging residents in conversations that foster mutual respect and understanding, and creating safe, well-managed learning environments where students can seek the greater good in conformity with the Jesuit tradition of service to others. The department consists of 40 professional staff members, 24 graduate positions, 200 RAs, and additional student employees, under the leadership of the Associate Vice President and Director of Residential Education and Director of Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience working in a student affairs setting at the professional or graduate level.
• Comprehension and appreciation of the Jesuit and Catholic values and mission and the traditions and heritage of Boston College, and a willingness to express and abide by those values and mission.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and supportive environment for individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of student development theory.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Counseling, or related field is strongly preferred.
• Prior residence hall experience at the graduate or professional level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a staff of 8-20 Resident Assistants and Graduate Assistants.
• Oversee all operational and programmatic activities of BC’s residences.
• Adjudicate student conduct cases.
• Participate in department-wide initiatives or special project teams during the summer (e.g., Summer Student Housing or Conferences, Training Teams, etc.).
• Model and advocate for a commitment to the Jesuit and Catholic values of Boston College, with special attention to respect, community, and social justice.
• Assist in the selection and training of undergraduate and graduate staff.
• Plan and conduct weekly staff meetings.
• Meet with each staff member individually on a regular basis.
• Plan and implement staff development programs.
• Advise staff on appropriate student and floor interventions.
• Address concerning trends or behavior, and recognize positive efforts.
• Engage in intentional interactions and conversations with students.
• Live among students and set an appropriate standard for residential living.
• Oversee programming efforts and supervise graduate assistants and RAs in program generation and responsible budgeting.
• Serve as a Conduct Hearing Officer for violations of university policy.
• Respond as Resident Director on Call (RDOC) for crisis situations, including during non-business and weekend hours.
• Provide academic and personal counseling to students, making referrals when appropriate.
• Nurture and support relationships with Campus Ministry representatives.
• Engage the resident population on current events including topics of community engagement, social responsibility, and being a productive community member.
• May advise Residence Hall Council (first-year area only) or other student leadership organizations.
• Facilitate the opening and closing of their community.
• Conduct health and safety inspections each semester.
• Coordinate follow-up for all maintenance and housekeeping concerns/requests.
• Conduct regular walk-throughs of the community.
• Maintain regular office hours Monday through Friday and will periodically work on nights and weekends for essential responsibilities.
• Facilitate check-in/check-out procedures and room changes.
• Work with the Assistant Director of Housing Assignments & Occupancy to ensure proper occupancy records and reports.
• Participate in the university Crisis Response duty rotation and respond to crises.
• Respond to students and parents on Residential Life issues or concerns.
• Assist with duty during sporting and special events.
• Act as a liaison with Boston College Police Department, University Counseling Services, the Primary Care Center, faculty, and other University offices during emergencies.
• Serve on departmental committees, and may have an opportunity to serve on division or university-wide committees.
• Attend department and area staff meetings, in-service training programs, and one-on-one meetings with their respective supervisor.
• Act as a liaison with faculty, the Jesuit community, and university offices.
• Assist with the implementation of university and departmental goals and objectives, and other duties as assigned.
• Support division and university-wide initiatives, staff events, and serve on committees as needed.

Benefits

• Tuition remission for Employees
• Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Low-Cost Life Insurance
• Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level