Residence Director for the Holy Cross Center

Founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948, Stonehill is a private Catholic college located just 22 miles from downtown Boston on a beautiful 384-acre campus in Easton, Massachusetts. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, the College engages its 2,500+ students in 80+ rigorous academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and pre-professional fields.

Faithful to the Holy Cross tradition in education, Stonehill College is committed to developing the moral, spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social competencies of its students and seeks to build and sustain a campus community that embraces diversity and inclusion in its teaching, learning, living, and working. Stonehill values the diversity of persons, opinions, and cultural and religious perspectives. In fulfillment of its motto, Lux et Spes (“Light and Hope”), the College cultivates in its students the competence to think, act, and lead with courage toward creating a more just and compassionate world.

Equal Employment Opportunity shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, and or ancestry. Stonehill College will adhere to the Federal Requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and its amendments, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practice Law, and all other applicable State and Federal laws. The College is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination. All employees and applicants will be treated fairly, equitably, and with courtesy. Stonehill College encourages diversity and welcomes individuals who will enrich the cultural and diverse experiences of the campus. In accordance with Massachusetts law, employees of Stonehill College are considered employees-at-will.

The RD is a live-in employee who promotes and enhances a supportive community environment in his/her residence area which is conducive to academic achievement and personal growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Lives in, and is responsible for, the oversight, management, and operation of a first-year, traditional-style residential hall on campus.
• Serves as a critical leader in fostering a campus culture in which differences are embraced and works to advance the College’s mission of diversity and inclusion.
• Advises the campus-wide Residence Hall Association as well as individual residence hall Hall Council. Oversee campus-wide Hall Council recruitment, training, and engagement. Provide training, support, and oversight for all residential area Hall Council advisors.
• Supervises 5 paraprofessional staff members in the residence hall. Provides continuous direction, support, and feedback through regular one-on-one meetings.
• Maintains a strong presence in the residence hall, familiarizes self with the students in the hall, and shows concern for each resident’s welfare. Counsels and refers students to appropriate campus services.
• Supervises the programming efforts of Resident Assistants in his/her residence hall and personally supports and attends these programs.
• Manages the Pastoral Resident programs in the area.
• Collaborates with Campus Ministry to support the student ministers and provide opportunities for faith development in the residence halls. Supports and promotes weekly Hall Mass.
• Interprets and enforces college policies and participates in a formal professional staff on-call rotation.
• Facilitates conduct meetings under the direction of the Community Standards office.
• Oversees the physical maintenance of the residence area and communicates maintenance needs to Facilities Management.
• Responsible for the opening and closing of the residence hall at the start and end of each break.
• Assists with department staff recruitment & selection processes. This primarily includes Head Resident Assistants and Resident Assistants, but can also include Professional Staff and Special Interest Housing as requested.
• Attends and participates in professional staff training & development. Assists with the facilitation and implementation as requested.
• Assists with the communication, implementation, and management of the Housing Lottery & Selection process.
• Serves on the college-wide Environmental Stewardship Committee and serves as the departmental leader in regard to sustainability efforts.
• Participates as a member of the College community in events and activities including Skyhawk Welcome Days, Student Engagement Programs, Convocation, Commencement Weekend, and Athletic events.
• Enhances communication between the Residence Life department and other campus offices through regular interaction and formal interdepartmental meetings.
• Participates in Residence Life weekly department meetings and individual supervisory meetings with the Assistant Director of Residence Life
• Assists with both the annual and strategic planning of the Residence Life Office.
• Performs a secondary assignment as determined by the central office staff.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Residence Life

Education and Experience

Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree and the ability to transfer theory into practice. Previous experience within a residence hall setting. Crisis management, supervisory, community development, and programming experience are also a preference.

Required qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations and the capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse academic community. A proven commitment to embracing and advancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of campus life. Understanding of the College’s Catholic mission and an appreciation for how Catholic traditions and values enhance the student experience. Must also have excellent time management and organizational skills.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter via the URL link:

Stonehill College Employment Site | Program Manager for Tutoring & Academic Coaching

Applicants who will enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply. Stonehill College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.