Indiana Wesleyan University
Director of Housing
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Indiana, United States, 46953
Director of Housing
Job no:
494070Work type:
Administrative (Full Time)Location:
Marion, INCategories:
Student Development/Residence Life
Job Title:
Director of Housing
Reporting Relationship:
Dean of Students
Unit:
IWU-Marion
Department:
VP Student Development-IWU Marion
Campus Location:
Barnes Student Center
Summary of Position:
The Director of Housing is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Dean of Students. The Director of Housing is responsible for operational processes, including room assignment processes, to house approximately 2200 students within 12 different residential housing areas. The Director of Housing also directly coordinates and provides oversight for Undergraduate Married Housing and Graduate Housing areas and collaborates with Residence Life staff in all housing areas.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the housing process for new and returning students, project annual housing needs, and manage available campus housing. Coordinate and oversee Graduate Housing and Married Housing areas, including supervision of Graduate Assistants for these areasCoordinate room changes, cancellations, and additions before, during, and between Fall Semester, Spring Semester, May Term and Summer Sessions. Communicate with students, parents, and employees that have questions or concerns related to residential student housing, and communicate all housing processes and expectations to returning residential studentsCollaborate with Residence Life Leadership Team and provide support to Residence Life staff on issues related to housing operations and concernsOversee the programming, training, and implementation of the housing system softwareDevelop and maintain collaborative working relationships with Admissions, Student Accounts, Financial Aid, and other key partners across campusPartner with Food Service provider to implement meal plan options and ensure proper billingManage operational budgets of areas under direct supervisionServe as the content manager for Housing on the university portal and external websiteMaintain residence hall room furniture inventory and coordinate all aspects of the U-Loft in-house bed loft rental programCommunicate with RDs regularly to ensure housing records are complete and accurateServe on committees and taskforces within the university as assigned and requestedMaintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan University's mission and goalsFulfill other related duties as assignedQualifications:
According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
Bachelor's degree requiredMaster's degree in Student Affairs or related field strongly preferredExperience
Prior leadership in Residence Life or a residential community preferredDemonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and culturesRequired Skills
Ability to work both independently and as a willing and effective member of a larger teamAbility to work collaboratively with various university departmentsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational and administrative abilitiesComputer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised:
11 Sep 2024 US Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
11 Oct 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time
Job no:
494070Work type:
Administrative (Full Time)Location:
Marion, INCategories:
Student Development/Residence Life
Job Title:
Director of Housing
Reporting Relationship:
Dean of Students
Unit:
IWU-Marion
Department:
VP Student Development-IWU Marion
Campus Location:
Barnes Student Center
Summary of Position:
The Director of Housing is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Dean of Students. The Director of Housing is responsible for operational processes, including room assignment processes, to house approximately 2200 students within 12 different residential housing areas. The Director of Housing also directly coordinates and provides oversight for Undergraduate Married Housing and Graduate Housing areas and collaborates with Residence Life staff in all housing areas.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee all aspects of the housing process for new and returning students, project annual housing needs, and manage available campus housing. Coordinate and oversee Graduate Housing and Married Housing areas, including supervision of Graduate Assistants for these areasCoordinate room changes, cancellations, and additions before, during, and between Fall Semester, Spring Semester, May Term and Summer Sessions. Communicate with students, parents, and employees that have questions or concerns related to residential student housing, and communicate all housing processes and expectations to returning residential studentsCollaborate with Residence Life Leadership Team and provide support to Residence Life staff on issues related to housing operations and concernsOversee the programming, training, and implementation of the housing system softwareDevelop and maintain collaborative working relationships with Admissions, Student Accounts, Financial Aid, and other key partners across campusPartner with Food Service provider to implement meal plan options and ensure proper billingManage operational budgets of areas under direct supervisionServe as the content manager for Housing on the university portal and external websiteMaintain residence hall room furniture inventory and coordinate all aspects of the U-Loft in-house bed loft rental programCommunicate with RDs regularly to ensure housing records are complete and accurateServe on committees and taskforces within the university as assigned and requestedMaintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan University's mission and goalsFulfill other related duties as assignedQualifications:
According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
Bachelor's degree requiredMaster's degree in Student Affairs or related field strongly preferredExperience
Prior leadership in Residence Life or a residential community preferredDemonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and culturesRequired Skills
Ability to work both independently and as a willing and effective member of a larger teamAbility to work collaboratively with various university departmentsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational and administrative abilitiesComputer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised:
11 Sep 2024 US Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
11 Oct 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time