Job Information
Texas State University Assistant Director, Housing & Residential Life- Operations in San Marcos, Texas
Posting Information
Posting Number2024731
Posting/Functional TitleAssistant Director, Housing & Residential Life- Operations
University Pay Plan TitleAsst Dir, Hsg & Residential Life
LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentDHRL Administration
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourcePermanent
Monthly Salary$4,737.16 - $5,000.00
Job CategoryExempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, or related field.
3 years of full-time work experience in student housing.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience in supervisory roles.
Demonstrated success in managing residential communities.
Strong ability to conceptualize and prioritize objectives, manage complex projects, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated capability to make sound decisions and take decisive action in complex situations.
Proven experience in developing and implementing retention and student success programs.
Job Description
The Assistant Director for Operations will serve as a Residential Experience leadership team member within the Department of Housing and Residential Life. This staff member will lead the department’s efforts in creating and overseeing policies and procedures for the residential experience unit that impact residential students. The Assistant Director for Operations will oversee on-call scheduling, health and safety inspections, create and review unit handbooks, manuals, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), and oversee opening, closing, and break housing. This position will help directly supervise Residence Directors and promote a sense of belonging for all students living on campus. This position will report to the Associate Director for Residential Experience.
Job Duties
Supervision
Supervise and provide leadership for full-time Residence Directors and Resident Assistants, communicate expectations and monitor work processes.
Provide ongoing direction & feedback about performance through weekly 1:1 meetings with RDs.
Evaluate performance, including conducting performance evaluations effectively and efficiently and attending to their professional development.
Assist in the recruitment and hiring of direct reports, including reviewing applicant materials, conducting candidate interviews, and offering recommendations for hiring.
Unit and Departmental Operations
Plan and execute break housing, opening, closing, and summer operations in all residential buildings managed by Housing and Residential Life.
Coordinate and oversee the residential experience unit’s on-call structure, scheduling, and call logs. Maintain unit on-call procedures and protocols. Develop appropriate on-call training with the Assistant Director for Student Conduct as needed.
Manage Housing and Residential Life semesterly health and safety inspections. Review the unit policies and procedures related to inspections as needed. Coordinate residential fire drills with Environmental and Health Safety ( EHS ) as required.
Liaison between Housing Facilities Services; ensure key management and access services comply as required. Oversee monthly key audits of all inventories assigned to the residential experience unit.
Support unit leadership and staff by managing unit funds and expenditures to ensure financial stewardship.
On-Call Responsibilities & Student Support
Participate in 24-hour on-call rotation with live-in professional staff colleagues; recognize that residence hall are open 365 days a year and therefore being on-call during holidays should be expected; respond to student and/or facilities issues or crises as a third-tier responder and in person as needed 24-hours a day; high level of in-person response to mental health concerns, other student support situations should be expected.
Consistent communication with senior leadership during crises or emergencies; maintain accurate incident reports using Maxient Software.
Work with the Residence Life and Student Success team to respond to critical incidents on campus; work with other departments to provide an appropriate response to crises.
Identify personal and emotional concerns of students; provide appropriate resources and referrals; track and monitor student issues using Maxient database; maintain contact with parents and other constituencies as appropriate.
Departmental Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the Residential Experience leadership team and ensure proper service delivery, accountability, and support for in-community staff and residents.
Represent the Department of Housing & Residential Life in divisional and university committees and work groups.
Additional Information to Applicants
Job Open Date09/03/2024
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)09/20/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End5:00PM
Posting NoticesApplicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system., You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49274
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