Job Information
Sam Houston State University Residence Hall Director in Huntsville, Texas
Requisition: 202400188S
Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Professional
Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff
Department: Residence Life
General Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in related field required prior to start date. Master’s degree preferred. One year of experience working in the field of Residence Life or related field preferred. Proven management and leadership abilities. Must be willing to live on campus in a residence hall and be willing to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
Primarily responsible for the operation of residence halls and the daily supervision of resident advisors. To accomplish this responsibility, supervision of staff, efficient administration of the building/complex, and maintenance of an atmosphere conducive to the health, safety and, wellbeing of all residents is necessary.
Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):
Administrative: processes paperwork in a timely manner based on the due dates given and in accordance with all policies and procedures; maintains accurate records of facility maintenance, rosters of residents, reports and other information necessary for the operation of assigned area; provides regularly scheduled office hours 8 AM – 5 PM, Monday – Friday.
Student Service: addresses student/parent concerns and builds community; serves as an information resource and referral agent; enforces policies and provides behavioral counseling; develops and advises the Hall Council; oversees programming; attends and supports hall programs, maintains visibility throughout the hall community; maintains daily student contact and face to face availability for students.
Supervisory: carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures; assists in the selection, training, work scheduling, and performance appraisal of employees.
Residence Life: primary link between the Residence Life Office, Residence Life Maintenance and assigned area; maintains full communication with the Department of Residence Life staff regarding all areas of building/area operation; fulfills a secondary collateral assignment in the department; attends meetings as required; coordinates hall openings and closings; on duty for all on-campus residential areas several weekends and weeknights throughout the year which may include holidays; attends and supports special events; responds to emergencies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.