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University of California - Santa Barbara

Assistant Director - Student Life

University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190


Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 2Job Code:

4568Job Open Date:

9/5/2024Application Review Begins:

9/20/2024Department Code (Name):

DSRS (Residential and Community Living)Percentage of Time:

100%Union Code (Name):

99 Non-representedEmployee Class (Appointment Type):

Staff: CareerFLSA Status:

ExemptSalary Grade:

PSS/21Pay Rate/Range:

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $85,000.00 to $101,304.00/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.Work Location:

Student Resident Life Trailer - 1000Working Days and Hours:

M-F 8 am - 5 pmBenefits Eligibility:

Full BenefitsType of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable:

Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations) Up to 2 days a week remoteSpecial Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.Department Marketing Statement:Residential & Community Living promotes a self-regulated environment for the residents of University residence halls and apartments. Their services foster the residents' ability to live together respectfully and responsibly in a learning community and promote the academic success of all residents. The residential education program provides a quality living experience as well as opportunities to interact with other residents, faculty and staff.Benefits of Belonging:

Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC.Brief Summary of Job Duties:The Assistant Director (AD) is a full-time, career staff member who serves as a member of the management team within Residential & Community Living. As one of 8 functional units within Housing, Dining, & Auxiliary Enterprises, R&CL is responsible for the well-being and development of over 11,000 residents and manages the placement services for all students and families who live in university housing. R&CL operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and has on-call staff available every day of the year. The team is responsible for 330+ student staff, $7.3 million operating budget and an annual major maintenance budget of $100,000. Under the general supervision of the Director, the AD utilizes an equity mindset as they:Serve as the primary supervisor for an area comprising of 2,000-3,000 residents living in one of 4 campus neighborhoods.Directly supervise 2-5 professional staff, and oversees an additional 2-5 professional staff and 20-40 RAs.Lead their neighborhood in the development and implementation of a comprehensive community development strategy grounded in the curricular approach.Ensure that the staff create a strong sense of belonging within the individual communities within their neighborhood, which may include undergraduates, graduates, and/or students with families.Work with their staff to ensure effective management of a student conduct and students of concern case load consisting of students living within their community.Develop effective working relationships with the 60+ colleagues that make up our R&CL staff.As part of a team of Assistant Directors, the AD is responsible for:Overseeing and sustaining the daily operations of the Student Life function.Implementing a comprehensive staff orientation, training, and development program.The recruitment and selection of both student and professional staff members.Working as a cohesive team to maintain a smooth and consistent student life operation over 4 distinct neighborhoods.Serves on departmental and campus committees as determined necessary by the Director.Required Qualifications:Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.At least 5 years work experience in University Housing, or a combination of University Housing and Student Affairs.1-3 years Experience Supervising full time professional staff.1-3 years Experience leading and modeling practices that foster equity and inclusion in a diverse community of residents, student and professional staff.1-3 years Experience managing high level conduct and mental health cases.Track record of infusing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles into daily work.Commitment to creating communities where residents feel a deep sense of belonging.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout a large, multifunctional department.Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with multiple types of student populations (grads, transfers, family, traditional).Experience with a large public institution.Familiarity with or experience working within a Residential Curriculum model.Demonstrated skills in formal assessment techniques & the ability to train and oversee assessment practices by staff.Special Conditions of Employment:May have to attend events after hours for student related functions.UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act.Satisfactory criminal history background check.UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.Job Functions and Percentages of Time:25% Supervision of Staff25% Student Conduct & Mental Health Management25% Departmental Operations20% Community Development & Education5% Community Safety & Crisis ManagementUC Vaccination Programs Policy:As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement:UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.Reasonable Accommodations:The University of California endeavors to make https://jobs.ucsb.edu accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at 805-893-4664 or email katherine.abad@hr.ucsb.edu.

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