Director of Housing and Residence Life

Full time

Posted 2 months ago

McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the live-in or live-on campus position of Director of Housing and Residence Life.

The Director of Housing and Residence Life acts as a primary administrator of the residence life program. In this live-in or live-on position, the Director of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for developing and implementing a rich and positive residential experience. Reporting to the Dean of Students, this position oversees Resident Directors and Resident Assistants, residential programming and functions, housing operations, and residential conduct.

This is a 12-month, full-time exempt position with some evening and/or weekend hours. This is a live-in or live-on position (or successful applicant could live within close proximity to the college campus). In addition to salary, compensation may include a two-bedroom apartment or duplex, utilities, and meal plan. This position is eligible for full college benefits including a generous retirement benefit. Finally, this position participates in an on-call rotation.

The ideal candidate will exercise a high level of discretion and judgment in the day-to-day operation, embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and possesses strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in student services, education, counseling, or closely related field required; Masters preferred
Experience: 2-3 years’ experience in student services/residential life preferred

Compensation:
Salary based on qualifications.

Application Instructions:
Please complete the online application below with a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three professional references required.

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