Residential Area Coordinator
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Muncie, Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Sep 18, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Other Student Affairs, Residence Life, Student Activities & Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Information
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Position Title
Residential Area Coordinator
About this Opportunity
If you enjoy making a difference, then being a part of Housing and Residence Life at Ball State is the place for you! We take great pride in our Housing and Residence Life team. We represent a variety of colleges and universities throughout the country and our team possesses a high degree of skill and expertise. Join us at Ball State University for great colleagues, valuable training, on-going professional development, and an opportunity to invest in students’ success.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents,
and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
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FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
The Residential Area Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of a housing neighborhood housing 1800+ residential students. This includes supervision of 2-4 full-time bachelors and master’s level professionals, 2-5 graduate students, and 40+ undergraduate student staff. Additional responsibilities include advising neighborhood councils, supervision of 2-5 hall desk programs, and specialization in an ancillary area of the department such as housing assignments, summer operations, IT Systems, training, or Fiscal Operations. This is a live-on position.
Minimum Education
Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
At least one year full-time post-master’s experience by October 1, 2024.
Minimum Other
Must be available to begin work on October 1, 2024.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in discipline represented within student affairs administration or related field.
Preferred Experience
2-3 year’s full-time post-master’s experience in housing or a related field.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Residential Learning Coordinators, Assistant Residential Learning Coordinators
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department
Dehority Halls:152220
Department Information
The wage for this live on site opportunity is $46,000.00.
Department Email or Phone Number
mgkovach@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Collaborate with academic and University partners to create and sustain residential communities that foster student learning, development, and academic success. Develop and implement intentional learning experiences through facilitation of a Residential Curriculum. Participate in the overall planning and management of a residence hall program to support student learning, development, and success.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Collaborate with the Residential Learning Team in developing inclusive residential learning communities. This position must demonstrate an effort to understand their individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments and ensuring a framework of equity and justice is embedded in their day-to-day work. Promote equity through the (1) identification and removal of barriers; (2) facilitation of learning, (3) cultivation of community, and (4) empowerment of people.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
The Residential Area Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of a housing neighborhood housing 1800+ residential students. This includes supervision of 2-4 full-time bachelors and master’s level professionals, 2-5 graduate students, and 40+ undergraduate student staff.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Support living-learning communities by encouraging participation, reinforcing partnerships, and assisting in the implementation of programs. Design and implement student success strategies and initiatives for student success. Advise neighborhood councils.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Work with team to develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure healthy and safe environment for employees and students. Build and maintain an atmosphere to promote self-discipline and respect for others through upholding and enforcing university policies. Respond to emergency crisis situations in an efficient and effective manner to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. Serve on an after-hour on-call duty rotation which includes some weekends and holidays.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Cultivate positive working relationships with students, parents, department and university staff, faculty, and campus partners. Establish positive relationships with other departments within Student Affairs and the university; assume a leadership position within the department through committee work, activities, liaison work with other departments, and professional and staff training and professional development activities.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Oversee special projects and collateral assignments as needed. This includes a 20% ancillary assignment in a functional area within the department (for example: training, summer operations, fiscal operations, housing IT, Housing business operations or occupancy management, short-term stay, or other functional areas). This will likely include specific summer projects such as policy review, updating manuals, planning and implementation of student, graduate, and professional recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training, summer camps and conferences, and orientation activities.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Successfully manage a variety of administrative tasks including hall occupancy management, student staff scheduling, facilitating meetings, mail and package processes and management, student conduct, reporting and responding to title IX, bias, conduct, and students of concern reports.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Other duties as assigned
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401623P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
10/21/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
09/18/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
10/02/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Curriculum Vitae
- Master's Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Doctorate Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Other
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
- Website
- http://www.cms.bsu.edu/
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