Aurora University seeks talented staff and administrators who are
passionate about supporting an inclusive community dedicated to the
transformative power of learning.
Position Purpose: The Area Hall Director supports learning
by building community, developing leaders in our residence halls,
and focusing on student retention efforts. This is a full-time,
live-in position, and Area Hall Directors are expected to be active
and visible members of our residence communities. The Area Hall
Directors are expected to enhance the living environment of the
residence hall through staff and student development, resident
outreach, community building, attention to facilities, and
administrative organization. Individuals who are able to work in a
continuously changing organization and are highly motivated are
best suited for this position.
Core Competencies:
Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with
prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers, and
the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group
of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service,
learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora
University.
Upholds the Mission Statement:Aurora University is an
inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of
learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage
undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to
build meaningful and examined lives. We empower our students to
achieve lasting personal and professional success.
Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes
the confidential nature of university business.
Supports learning through performance of essential job
functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or
as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
Provides leadership to the hall director team via developing
and conducting professional staff training and development.
Acts as a liaison to the Aurora University Pathways program,
working closely with the director of the program, students, and
family members to fulfill the program vision in Don and Betty
Tucker Hall.
Supervises 8-12 resident assistants assigned to the residence
hall/area. Provides regular individual and group supervision,
ongoing professional development, and training as well as completes
written evaluations each semester.
Establishes and maintains community with students living in the
residence hall/area through individual contacts and group
interactions.
Enforces policies and procedures which establish a safe and
secure living situation. Responds to emergency and crisis
situations and effectively communicates concerning situations to
supervisor(s).
Serves as a conduct officer for the Office of Campus Life in
addressing alleged policy violations. Addresses inappropriate
behavior of students and, in following due process, determines fair
and appropriate sanctions with educational outcomes. Makes conduct
and counseling referrals as appropriate.
Provides administrative leadership in the assigned residence
hall/area, including knowledge of occupancy, overseeing a key
inventory, tracking area community development/programming
initiatives, etc.
Maintains a high level of awareness regarding the facilities of
the assigned residence hall/area, including submitting and
following up on work orders, communicating building updates to
students, conducting regular building walk throughs, and
overseeing the damage process for the residence hall/area while
maintaining accurate records.
Assists to coordinate various hall openings and closings.
Performs collateral assignment(s), as directed, including but
not limited to responsibilities in Title IX responsibilities,
student worker management, summer camp oversight, assistance with
other Aurora University departments as needed, and various
departmental administrative responsibilities such as social media
management, departmental email management, contract management, and
occupancy management.
Participates in rotating 24-hour on-campus duty
responsibilities in supervising the campus.
Establishes positive working relationships with campus
colleagues providing referrals to students to various departments
as needed, aiding in the overall retention of students at Aurora
University.
Participates in the recruitment, selection, and training of
resident assistants.
Utilizes departmental assessment data to set action plans for
their residence area, and assists in departmental planning.
Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work in a group and
team atmosphere.
Assistance in occasional evening and weekend work requirements
as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Job Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required, master's preferred.
Experience:
- Knowledge of higher education and student development
principles, practices, and procedures. Prior Residence Life
experience preferred.
Skills:
- Effective oral/written communication, interpersonal skills,
attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.
Special Requirements:
- 24-hour rotation of on-campus duty responsibilities in
supervising the campus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to move about campus. Active engagement throughout
campus with the ability to move around to assess facilities.
Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including
health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b)
retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and contact information
for three references including name, telephone, and email
address.
If you were referred by a current employee of Aurora University
please include the name of the employee in your submission.
Aurora University
Human Resources
347 South Gladstone Ave
Aurora, IL 60506
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email
Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.