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This is a/an 83.3% full-time equivalency (FTE) job with months off. The number of months off will be determined by the position's FTE percentage. The timing of months off will be set to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to HR105 FTE positions should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Residence Life Office at Behrend campus is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. The Residence Life Office is committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community that fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. We strive to enable residents to develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their community.
The Live-On Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to continue the vision and mission of the department. They are responsible to an Associate Director for supervising a staff of up to 16 Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities of buildings housing up to 500 students. This position would work in various residence hall settings and/or in an apartment setting with undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Supervision :
Supervises Resident Assistants
Conducts regular individual and group supervision meetings
Evaluates Resident Assistant performance
Provides support and training for Resident Assistants
Student Development and Residence Education:
Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residence education program
Assists with the development and implementation of campus-wide initiatives
Makes referrals to University when appropriate
Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
Advocates for students through communication of their concerns and experiences
Provide resources to students to support their academic, career, and personal development
Facilitates student accountability cases using the process outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
Mediates conflicts between and among students
Engages with students in crisis and provides connections to campus partners for continued support
Administration :
Assists with the daily operation and organization of the unit and office
Manages a variety of administrative functions to include tracking and management of building events, incident reporting and documentation, and student support and communication
Assists in promoting the safety and security
Assists in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc
Provides on-call coverage over breaks on a rotating basis after typical working hours, weekends, including Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break and during Summer session
Community Development:
Demonstrates a commitment to…