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The University of Texas at Austin

Director for Residential Living and Staff Development

The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Job Posting Title:

Director for Residential Living and Staff DevelopmentHiring Department:

University Housing and DiningPosition Open To:

All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:

40FLSA Status:

ExemptEarliest Start Date:

Sep 19, 2024Position Duration:

Expected to ContinueLocation:

UT MAIN CAMPUSJob Details:Benefits:

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:100% employer-paid basic medical coverageFree Capital Metro bus ridesRetirement contributionsPaid vacation, sick time, and holidaysCareer growth and professional developmentPurpose:

Under the supervision of the Senior Director for Residential Experience and Housing, the Director for Residential Living and Staff Development provides the day-to-day operational direction for the student residential experience. They also provide strategic leadership and direction for the student learning experience, designing and evaluating outcomes for student learning. In addition, this position collaborates to provide support, development, and training to the staff they directly and indirectly supervise. Finally, this position guides the staff in response to issues, crisis, and concerns in the residence halls and apartments, including making recommendations to enhance processes and procedures.Responsibilities:Supervise, train, develop, and evaluate the Assistant Directors for Residence Life for each area of campus-Halls and Apartments. Supervise Residential Education, to develop, implement, and evaluate residential education. Conduct team meetings and one-on-ones. Indirectly supervise Admin Associate/Assistants, Complex/Community Coordinators, Graduate Assistants, and Student Staff positions.Provide support and guidance to residence living staff on developing and sustaining a safe and engaging living-learning environment in the residence halls. Assist the Senior Director of Residential Experience and Housing in developing and implementing vision and strategic planning for residential education.Direct professional staff development and training for all direct and indirect reports, including Assistant/Associate Directors, Managers, Complex Coordinators, Graduate Assistants, and Administrative Assistants/Associates.Provide support and guidance to residence hall staff for crisis response, policies and procedures, safety protocols, and contingency planning.Prepare, monitor, and evaluate budgets associated with residential education, halls, and apartments.Required Qualifications:Masters degree in Higher Education or related field.5 years of full-time experience in housing or student affairs.5 years of experience supervising staff, including 3 years supervising full-time professional staff.Experience working in residence life/housing.Experience with crisis or emergency response.High level of proficiency in customer service, communication, and writing skills.Preferred Qualifications:Education, training, or credentialing post Masters degree.5 or more years of experience supervising a team of full-time professional staff.Experience working with a Curricular Approach to student learning.Salary Range:

$100,000+ depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions:May work around standard office conditionsRepetitive use of keyboard at a workstationUse of manual dexterityWork Shift:

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM. Hours and days may vary depending on business needs to include occasional after-hours work, nights, and weekends.Required Materials:Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestImportant:

Employment Eligibility verification, Background Checks, and Equal Opportunity Employer statements are applicable.

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