University of Georgia: University Housing · 3 weeks ago
Assistant Director for Residential Programs and Services
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$64K/yr - $64K/yr
10+ years expThe University of Georgia is the state’s flagship university, and they are seeking an Assistant Director for Residential Programs and Services. This role manages operations for residential areas housing over 2,000 students, fostering inclusive communities and contributing to strategic planning and policy development.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Train, supervise and evaluate two (2) to five (5) full-time Residence Hall Directors, with potential indirect supervision of up to eight (8) graduate assistants
Work with staff to coordinate the selection, training and evaluation of graduate and undergraduate student staff, including resident assistants and residential belonging assistants
Establish and direct area goals that support unit, departmental, divisional, and university priorities
Guide staff through change, fostering accountability, and aligning team efforts with departmental and university priorities
Actively engage in the development, engagement & retention of each staff member
Collaborate with the RPS leadership team to design, implement, and assess the residential curriculum and academic initiatives
Lead designated collateral assignments within the unit, such as student staff training and recruitment, conduct and care, or emergency preparedness, ensuring effective implementation and alignment with departmental priorities
Serve as an active member of the RPS leadership team, providing guidance in strategic planning, decision-making, and the advancement of unit priorities
Engage in regular meetings with campus partners to support the needs of residents
Advance departmental, divisional, and university strategic goals by serving on committees, task forces, and other professional development initiatives
Serve in a weekly on-call rotation, offering direction, consultation, and support to live-on staff during crisis situations
Lead response efforts for emergencies and unexpected events that disrupt community operations, including making critical decisions in escalating situations
Ensure appropriate follow-up by engaging with students, parents, faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders to resolve concerns, communicate outcomes, and clarify policies
Collaborate with the RPS leadership team to develop, implement, interpret, and enforce unit and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations
Consistently support, communicate, and enforce university and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations
Provide guidance or support to live-in staff who serve as primary hearing officers
Serve as a conduct hearing officer for cases that escalate in complexity
Oversee an area’s combined operating and programming budget of approximately $50,000, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities
Provide fiscal oversight through monthly review of administrative, educational, staffing, and facilities accounts
Complete administrative responsibilities in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner in alignment with established expectations
Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the purpose of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Preferred
Master's degree in higher education, student personnel or related field
Minimum 10 years of experience living in a communal setting or working at an institution of high education (relevant experiences include but are not limited to being a camp counselor, resident assistant, graduate assistant, or hall director)
At least 3 years of supervisory experience
Benefits
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Benefits Eligible
Company
University of Georgia: University Housing
A part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing is home to more than 8,400 students who live in nine residential communities comprised of 22 residence halls, University Village apartments, and Health Sciences Campus townhomes as well as four Greek Park houses.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase