JOB SUMMARY
The Residence Hall Coordinator (RHC), as an educator, provides direction for student learning and academic success while managing, or co-managing the overall administrative, supervisory, and community experiences for a co-educational residence hall area of 500- 900 students. The Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life is committed to the total development of the student within an inclusive community through a residential experience actualized in community experiences, intentional conversations, reflection, restorative practices, and group dialogues. The Department of Housing and Residence Life program is built on a student learning philosophy that values social justice, community, spiritual and personal growth, and academic success. The Residence Hall Coordinator must be committed to working within an innovative environment that is focused on the education of students within a residential setting through the development of cohesive living and learning communities. The successful staff member must have a passion for working with a diverse student population, be committed to student learning and development, possess strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, demonstrate initiative, communicate effectively, have a positive attitude, and an ability to manage structured autonomy. Staff positions in Housing and Residence Life are not traditional office hour positions. Schedules are influenced by student and community needs. There will be times throughout the year when the Residence Hall Coordinator will be expected to work evenings and weekends. Availability during this time will be determined in conjunction with the supervisor.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Residential Curriculum
Create and implement learning outcome focused lesson plans for building and/or area
Promote community development at the floor and community level
Enhance student learning and development through intentional individualized community experience.
Establish goals and priorities for building inclusive communities.
Staff Supervision, Selection, and Development
Supervise a variety of student staff, which includes: Resident Advisors, Lead Resident Advisor, Operations Manager, Desk Workers, and a Graduate Hall Coordinator
Evaluate staff development, based on formal and informal needs assessment, learning outcomes and targeted goals.
Facilitate meetings with student staff to discuss progress on goals, community experiences, community development, and learning outcomes
Develop, execute and evaluate recruitment, training, and development for all student staff Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life Residence Hall Coordinator positions
Foster ideals of Cura Personalis by encouraging individual, personal and professional development
Community Standards and Student Conduct
Serve as a hearing officer for cases and conduct meetings with student(s) utilizing a Restorative Practices
Determine responsibility and assign sanctions, such as educational tasks, reflection activities, and community service
Utilize Maxient (conduct database) to track student incidents and manage assigned cases
Advise Resident Advisors and student leaders to confront negative student behavior
Document or assist in the documentation of incidents as they arise
Be actively involved in the resolution of student issues and concerns in a timely manner
Academic Support & Learning Communities
Participate in meetings to discuss opportunities, issues, and strategies to promote student learning
Work with faculty, staff, and student stakeholders to develop integrated experiences for Learning Communities
Coordinate academic achievement recognition/incentive programs
Student Leadership
Support the student staff leadership development curriculum
Advise Community Council executive board for area with opportunities to serve as an adviser for Residence Hall Association and National Residence Hall Honorary
Participate in the facilitation of student leadership training for student staff and student leaders
Promote student leadership opportunities within the residence halls and apartments
Assessment
Utilize quantitative and qualitative assessment to provide quality service to students
Support and administer approved department and/or division assessment programs/initiatives
Capture feedback from residents about academic, personal, or community concerns, successes, and issues
Track and assess intervention efforts for reporting purposes
Oversee budget process with Community Council Vice President of Finance
Administrative Responsibilities
Maintain a balanced schedule of office hours for committee and conduct meetings, staff one-on-ones, and walk-in appointments with students
Provide written reports such as incident reports, quarterly reports, community development plan and others as assigned
Oversight of desk operations including payroll approval
Manage student assignment and occupancy changes within area and in conjunction with Housing Operations
Coordinate Area opening, closing, and summer transition in conjunction with Housing Operations
Manage assigned budget accounts Saint Louis University Department of Housing and Residence Life Residence Hall Coordinator
Communicate and coordinate facility related concerns with Facilities personnel
Manage damage billing process for community damages and student check outs throughout the year in conjunction with Housing Operations
Crisis Intervention/Response
Serve on-call as a first responder and a point of contact for campus emergencies
Work with campus partners including but not limited to Dean of Students, Department of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Student Health and Counseling Center, Office of Student Responsibility and Community Standards, Campus Ministry, and Title IX Office in response to issues/incidents in the areas
Assist with incident debrief meetings and the Behavioral Concern Committee through providing information and updates on students of concern.
Collaboration
Collaborate with Campus Ministry to support student growth and development
Support Division Strategic Priorities and University-Wide Common Core Learning Outcomes
Assist campus partners with student recruitment initiatives
Committee Involvement
Serve on at least two departmental committees and task forces as needed
Assist with departmental and campus wide search committees
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience.
A formal Saint Louis University Application must be completed prior to any interview to be considered as a candidate. A The Residence Hall Coordinator position is considered a security sensitive position. Finalists will be subject to a background check. All candidates will be required to submit academic transcripts to verify education.
The Residence Hall Coordinator role requires the successful candidate to reside in a provided on-campus apartment, within the community the Residence Hall Coordinator serves, for the full duration of the appointment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masters Degree with a focus in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, or related field and residential community staff experience.
REMUNERATION
This position is 12 months, with a competitive salary range. The University offers an excellent benefits package, including choices in healthcare, investment opportunities, and tuition remission. Department and divisional professional development funds and opportunities are offered. A furnished, air-conditioned apartment within the assigned residence complex, including utilities, extended basic cable, internet (wired and wireless) connection, personal washer and dryer. Meal plan, parking passes* are provided. *Meal Plan and parking pass are paid for by the Department on your behalf and are subject to all applicable term limits and policies therein.
About Saint Louis University
Saint Louis University(SLU) is a private, co-educational Jesuit university located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Founded in 1818 by the Most Reverend Louis Guillaume Valentin Dubourg SLU is the oldest university west of the Mississippi River. The University has campuses in St. Louis, Mo. and Madrid, Spain. SLU values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. For nearly 200 years, the University has gone beyond teaching facts and figures, encouraging students to form ideas and identities. Today, SLU students are nearly 14,000 strong. The University has invested vast resources to advance academic programs and enhance the student experience. SLU also is a major research institution where premier researchers tackle local and global challenges. And the University's commitment to community service has earned it national acclaim and bolstered its status as a character-building college.
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