Resident Director

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

2d • $53,000 - $62,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Berklee is looking for a dedicated, "live-in" professional to serve as a Resident Director (RD). In this pivotal role, you will be the heartbeat of a residential community of up to 450 students, fostering an environment where young musicians and performers can grow both personally and artistically. As a mentor, administrator, and crisis responder, you will implement a Residential Curriculum designed to turn dorm life into a transformative educational experience. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. About the Role & Responsibilities The RD is a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Associate Director of Residential Education. You will lead a staff of 3–12 Resident Assistants (RAs) and manage the day-to-day operations of your assigned hall(s).

Requirements

• Master’s Degree Required: Must be in Student Personnel, Counseling, Education, or a related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years of post-bachelor’s experience in residential life, student activities, judicial affairs, or orientation.
• Skills: Exceptional written and oral communication, strong organizational habits, and the ability to work independently or within a group.
• Mindset: Creativity, self-motivation, and a "customer service" approach to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Recruit, train, and supervise RAs. Conduct weekly meetings to review goals, discuss hall issues, and support staff development.
• Residential Curriculum: Partner with the academic mission by creating learning goals and educational strategies. Train RAs on high-impact practices that promote holistic student growth.
• Crisis Intervention: Serve in a 24/7 "Primary-On-Call" rotation. You must maintain a 10-minute response time to any campus incident in partnership with Public Safety and Health and Wellness.
• Student Conduct: Act as a Hearing Officer, adjudicating cases and assigning sanctions to uphold community standards and safety.
• Living Learning Communities (LLCs): Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to design co-curricular activities and manage recruitment for specialized housing communities.
• Facility Management: Conduct weekly building walk-throughs, manage room condition reports, and coordinate with Facilities/Physical Plant for maintenance and safety.

Benefits

• Berklee offers a comprehensive "Total Rewards" package, including unique benefits for live-in professionals: Housing: A furnished on-campus apartment is provided.
• Companionship: Spouses/partners are welcomed, and pets are negotiable (dependent on breed/size).
• Contract: RDs are eligible for a 2-year contract (performance-dependent), with an option for a 3rd year.
• Generous Time Off: Extensive PTO and paid holidays, including a winter break.
• Healthcare: Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance plans.
• Tuition Benefits: For you and your family, including free or discounted courses.
• Performance Access: Nightly access to world-class performances right on campus.

What This Job Offers

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