Job Information
Rochester Institute of Technology Residence Coordinator in Rochester, New York
8840BR
Position Title:
Residence Coordinator
Organization:
Aux-Residence Life
Job Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Assistant Director for Residence Life, the Residence Coordinator will provide leadership for a residential area of 300-500 students during the academic year. The Residence Coordinator provides student staff supervision, student support, and crisis response in service to the undergraduate and graduate residential students at the University. The Residence Coordinator Position is a 12-month live-on position.
Staff Supervision and Development
•Supervise staff of 8-16 Resident Advisors
•Provide comprehensive training & ongoing development for RA staff as part of a Center-wide training program
•Facilitate staff meetings and one-on-one meetings with the student staff
•Conduct formal performance evaluations of student staff to identify strengths and areas of improvement
•Coordinate individual goal setting and action plans with staff
Student Support and Outreach
•Manage and coordinate ongoing relationships with students in need of resources to support holistic student wellness
•Provide basic counseling in personal safety, conflict resolution, roommate conflicts, academic success, etc.
•Provide outreach and follow up on mental health issues with referrals to appropriate campus resources
•Work closely with the Student Behavior Consultation Team, Public Safety, and other campus partners to identify students in need of support and outreach
•Participate in an on-call duty rotation
Student Engagement
•Support programming efforts utilizing RIT Wellness initiatives and the Center for Residence Life residential curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the residence hall population
•Initiate ongoing interactions with students as well as connect students with campus and community resources that enhance their academic and co-curricular experience
•Advise a student organization, Special Interest House, living/learning community, or residentially-based Greek communities
•Contribute in a meaningful way to the University's continuing commitment to pluralism
•Maintain a presence and visibility on campus, including participation in events and dining in campus facilities
•A partial meal plan is provided to support this requirement (taxable income)
Student Conduct
•Assist RA staff and Public Safety with incident response and documentation
•Hold informal conduct hearings and engage in restorative conversations
•Promote restorative values in response to conflict situations
•Represent the Center for Residence Life in formal conduct hearings in the absence of the Assistant Director
Administrative Responsibilities
•Collaborate with RIT Housing to ensure the smooth operation of residence halls, including the opening and closing of residence halls, health and safety inspections, and resident room changes
•Participate in Center, Division, and University committees
•Maintain a flexible schedule of availability, including after hours and weekends, to meet the needs of students
•Dialogue and collaborate with various campus partners such as but not limited to (Public Safety, Center for Campus Life, Student Life Team, Academic Advisors, Center for Women and Gender, Center for Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution)
•Provide oversight for student staff and student organization spending
•Regularly communicate and advocate for residents' issues and needs to Facilities Management, Public Safety, and RIT Housing
•Perform other duties as assigned
FLSA Category:
Exempt
Requisition Number:
8840BR
College/Division:
Student Affairs
Required Application Documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
115A
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Master's degree required in Student Personnel, Counseling or a closely related field
Experience:
1-2 years of experience in a higher education setting with experience in:
Working with a diverse population (students, faculty, staff, parents, outside
community partners.
Effective verbal, presentation, written, and digital intercultural communication skills.
Advising/coaching skills.
Crisis management/conflict resolution.
Managing a budget.
Skills:
•Demonstrated initiative, creativity, leadership, organizational, and facilitation skills
•Demonstrated understanding of mental health and student well-being concerns
•Must be willing to learn American Sign Language and about Deaf culture
Department/College Description:
The Center for Residence Life serves more than 6,000 residents residing in RIT Residence Halls, Greek free-standing houses, Special Interest Houses, RIT Inn, Global Village, and Apartments.
As part of the Division of Student Affairs, we are committed to the University's mission by creating and supporting significant learning opportunities that enhance development and promote a sense of campus community for individuals of all identities.
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Henrietta Campus — 100%
Job Summary:
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
32800
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
52500