Northern California HERC

Overview:

Residence Life is seeking a resident director to establish a residential community that is conducive to the academic and personal development of students. Resident directors oversee the management of the residence halls, programs, activities, and policies to improve the overall community within their area. They will supervise, train, develop, and evaluate graduate assistants, resident assistants, and other student staff, as well as serve a judicial hearing officer in adjudicating policy violations. This is a 12 month, live-in position with on-duty responsibilities in addition to regular weeknight and weekend commitment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Student housing/residence life experience with relevant live-in experience as a professional staff member (graduate experience may count)
  
• Experience with and ability to work independently, as well as on a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs or related field
• Previous supervisory experience
• Demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and success in creating inclusive communities

Working Conditions:

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5-10 pounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please apply online and attach resume and cover letter.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university. Internal candidates are not subject to background check.  

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Salem State University’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement.

EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Please Note: If there is no application deadline associated with a position, it may be removed at any time and additional applications will not be accepted.

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About Salem State University

Salem State University, located just 15 miles north of Boston, is one of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and an important partner in the economic, cultural and intellectual vitality of the greater north-of-Boston region. Situated in the historic seacoast town of Salem, Massachusetts, Salem State provides a diverse community of learners a high quality, student-centered education; one that prepares them to contribute responsibly and creatively to a global society.

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