Residential Life

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Residential Hall Director

The Residence Hall Director (RHD) position is a Graduate-Assistant level, live-in, 12-month position within the Department of Residential Life. As the primary live-in staff member for an assigned residential area, the RHD is charged with the responsibility to develop a supportive educational environment that fosters learning outside of the classroom, develops students holistically, and supports the academic success and retention of residential students. The RHD is an integral member of the Residential Life team; he or she understands and upholds not only the department's mission, but the University's mission as well and respects its Catholic values and identity. 

  • Full-time (20+ hours/week)
  • Compensation Package:
    • $15,000 tuition waiver
    • $10,900 housing waiver
    • $14,000 stipend
    • $2,000 meal plan

Dates

Two-year position beginning July 1, 2025

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Primary live-in staff member for the assigned freshmen residential community. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Engagement in and management of residential student retention efforts
    • Directly interact with students and assist with success planning and support
    • Maintain visibility and promote individual contact via student-centered office hours
    • Utilization of the University retention software and cohort retention approaches
  • Selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of student Residential Assistant staff
    • Supervise and evaluate up to 7 Resident Success Assistants (RSA) and a Senior RSA
    • Build staff cohesion via regular supervisory meetings and on-going training
    • Oversee Residential Curriculum initiatives aiding in community development
  • Serve as a local conduct officer and crisis/emergency responder
    • Perform conduct hearings for residents in assigned area
    • Participation in campus on-duty coverage rotation
    • Respond to crisis and emergency incidents in residential facilities
  • Residential Hall and Department Administration
    • Prepare and facilitate the opening and closing of residential facilities
    • Monitor and track facility and operational needs within residential facility
  • Additional Position & Departmental Responsibilities
    • Maintain permanent, full-time on-campus residency in the assigned area
    • Other related responsibilities as assigned

Supervision of Personnel

Up to 7 undergraduate Resident Success Assistants and a Senior RSA

Knowledge & Skills Needed

  • Bachelor's Degree and admission/enrollment in a Graduate degree program at SHU
  • Interest and ability to live in and lead a residential student community
  • Experience in student development and leadership; prior experience as live-in residential assistant or equivalent strongly preferred
  • Outstanding interpersonal, communication, teamwork and problem solving skills
  • Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle