Upward Bound Residence Hall Director (Live-in Position)

Universities of Wisconsin•Stevens Point, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary six-week summer residence hall live-in position with the Office of Student Experience and Transformation (SET) Pre-College Summer Programs. The Hall Director will supervise the program’s participants and the residence hall Residential Advisors. You will be living in the residence hall during the six (6) weeks of the summer session and will be responsible for creating a safe living and learning environment. The Hall Director will also chaperone field trips, monitor and interact with students during activities and serve as a positive role model throughout the summer programs. This position requires working long hours, including nights and weekends. The employment dates are June 10, 2026 – July 27, 2026, and it is contingent upon federal grant funding.

Requirements

Minimum three years of college coursework completed from an accredited institution of higher education
Strong public speaking and facilitation skills
Strong written communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to be flexible, adaptable and team oriented
Experience in supervising student employees
Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions independently
Demonstrated ability to manage conflict
Valid driver’s license (Must have had for 2 years by June 2026 UW System driver requirement)
May not be enrolled in or plan to be enrolled in more than 3 credits of summer coursework during the six-week period of the summer camp unless the position is part of an internship experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience in working with youth programming and/or residential summer camps
Familiarity and sensitivity with limited income high school students
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to follow and enforce Codes of Conduct
Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality (i.e. FERPA and HIPPA guidelines)
Experience in conducting training/orientation programs for student employees
Proficiency in using technology and Microsoft Office applications
First Aid/CPR Certification
Knowledge of Upward Bound and other TRIO Programs

Responsibilities

Implements campus, divisional, and departmental priorities, focusing on community, student development, and academic success
Triages and responds to emergency situations according to established policies and procedures in partnership with emergency personnel and law enforcement if necessary
Assists staff in responding to crisis and student conduct situations according to established policies and procedures
Coordinates and delivers centralized training of student and professional staff
Assists with creating inclusive and engaged residential communities that focus on student academic success
May supervise the day-to-day activities of student and/or professional staff and may assist with the staff development plan including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation
Reviews, tracks, and assesses programming and involvement opportunities
Provide a safe and positive living and learning environment for students in the residence hall.
Take lead responsibility in ensuring that all program participants (approximately 85) and Residential Advisors (approximately 8) are following all SET, Upward Bound and UWSP policies, rules, and guidelines.
Monitor engagement activities in the residence and other as assigned.
Manage conflict within the residence hall
Dispense medications or delegate medication handling in the absence of the Healthcare Admin Assistant
Manage system used in communicating and tracking of students’ residence hall check-in/checkout with parents and guardians
Act as a liaison between DCA and UB Staff, instructors, students, and parents
Ensure the proper return of EFC and UB supplies and equipment at the end of the summer programs.
Address student issues/concerns
Assist in supervising students during activities in the residence hall, campus facilities, classrooms and/or escorting students during activity transition times.
Create and maintain duty and day off schedules for the Residential Advisors
Supervise all Residential Advisors including completion of their mid-point and final evaluations.
Apply and enforce Residential Advisors and program participants’ Codes of Conduct.
Administer conduct meetings and follow-up communication with SET and UB Administrative staff within 24 hours
Chaperone assigned field trips and execute pre-planned and unplanned activities.
Communicate programs’ policies/procedures to parents/guardians when needed.
Attend meetings with other SET/UB Administrative staff and parents/guardians when necessary.
Other duties as assigned