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Russell Sage College Assistant Director of Residence Life in Albany or Troy, New York
Location: Albany or Troy, NY Category: Administrative Positions Posted On: Mon May 13 2024 Job Description:
Position: The Assistant Director administers all operations of Russell Sage College housing on the Troy or Albany Campus. This individual reports to the Director of Residence Life. This is a full-time, live-in 10-month administrative position. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and direction to the Residence Life program consistent with Russell Sage Colleges mission, values and goals.
Supervise 14 resident assistants and one graduate assistant.
Coordinate with the Office of Facilities for repairs and custodial issues in residence halls by overseeing the work order process including inputting and follow up while maintaining consistent communications.
Work with faculty to maintain inclusive and vital living learning communities that promote personal growth and integrate classroom learning with residence programs and out of classroom experiences.
Provide appropriate response, referral and leadership in emergency crisis situations.
Ensure the coordination and implementation of various programs and activities in the residence halls.
Plan and implement the selection and training of resident assistants.
Plan, coordinate, and implement all RAISE training events during the academic year
Provide training for resident assistants and graduate assistants that promotes an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community for residential students.
Coordinate the room reservation process.
Educate students about college policies and procedures and ensure the fair, consistent enforcement of disciplinary matters and adjudicate incidents of minor and major misconduct by serving as a Conduct Hearing Officer.
Assume emergency "on-call" responsibilities each semester.
Provide support and guidance to students in distress utilizing counseling and referrals.
Serve on college-wide committees as needed.
Participate in various first year programs, such as mentor training and orientation.
Conduct evaluations and needs assessment regarding first year students and make recommendations to the Director of Residence Life.
Coordinate general office duties such as key distribution, maintenance repair requests, roommate dispute resolution, etc.
Supervise student Residence Hall Front Desk Attendants
Maintain regular, frequent communication with the Director and other Residence Life staff.
Attend Residence Life staff meetings as scheduled.
Conduct weekly Resident Assistant staff meetings during the academic year.
Oversee the RA programming budget.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Residence Life.
The estimated salary is $35,500 per year for 10 months. The benefits for this position also include a fully-furnished apartment including all utilities and a full meal plan during the academic year.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in related field (masters preferred) with 2-3 years post-undergraduate experience in residence life and student leadership. Experience working with diverse student populations required.
Additional Information:
RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. For complete employee benefit information, please visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.sage.edu/about/offices-centers/human-resources/employment-benefits/) page. Visit our Employment Opportunities (https://www.sage.edu/about/work-at-russell-sage/) page for additional available job openings at RSC.
Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Russell Sage College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential components of a rich intellectual and cultural environment in which all members are given the opportunity to reach their full potential as active participants in our local and global society. Russell Sage College is committed to developing policies and programs to create a campus that supports an optimal learning and working environment for all students, alumnae/i, faculty, administrators, and staff. Please take a look at more information about the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (https://www.sage.edu/about/community-resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/) at Russell Sage College.
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Reports to: Director of Residence Life
COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.