Job Description

Job Description:

Ohio University's Department of Housing and Residence Life is committed to helping every Bobcat discover their potential and make a meaningful impact. The department seeks candidates for a full-time Resident Director (RD) position, an administrative contract position within the Department of Housing & Residence Life which reports directly to an Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life. Directly supervising a residential community comprised of 200-600 residents. The RD position is an integral part of the Housing and Residence Life team. The department has designed and implemented a residential curriculum and RDs will have the opportunity to be part of establishing a curricular approach at OU, as well as other initiatives to support retention and student success.

In addition to unique opportunities within various communities, RDs have the following core responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of student staff, depending on community
  
• Design and implementation of an educational and community development
  plan for their residential community.
  
• Advise hall council.
  
• Facilitate a variety of business operations processes that support the
  residential experience.
  
• Manage crisis and facilities concerns, in addition to serving in an on-call
  rotation.
  
• Serving as a university hearing officer.
  Successful candidates will possess skills to:
  
• Foster strong, inclusive residential communities.
  
• Build relationships with residents and department colleagues.
  
• Demonstrate a commitment to intentional learning and assessment.
  
• Mentor and coach staff with intentionality.
  
• Collaborate with faculty and staff across the institution.
  Requirements for Position:
  
• Bachelor's degree required by start date; master's degree preferred.
  
• Some relevant work experience strongly preferred

In the Division of Student Affairs, we demonstrate effort for all to understand their individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments and use a perspective of Social Justice in their work. We define Social Justice as an active process and commitment to promoting equity through the (1) identification and removal of barriers, (2) facilitation of learning, (3) cultivation of community, and (4) empowerment of people. We work to address needs related to student development and well-being in order to increase retention, academic progress and graduation rates. We dedicate ourselves to advancing cultural competency at Ohio University, the surrounding community, and the world.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa status, based on federal regulations.

Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Ohio University is a member of the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required by start date
Some relevant work experience strongly preferred 

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors or Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, Student Affairs, or related field required by start date.

The ability to understand and put into practice theories and models related to student development.

Demonstrated supervisory skills including training and on-going developmental supervision.

Experience in developing and implementing student focused programming.

Evidence of strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Experience in facilitating student conduct hearings.

Commitment to issues and matters relating to the field of Student Affairs.

Experience responding to crisis situation and students in crisis.

Planning Unit: Vice President for Student Affairs

Department: Residence Life, Director's Office

Campus: Athens

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Jen Imel—imel@ohio.edu

Employment Type: full-time regular

Advertised Salary:

Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, and more.
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About Ohio University

Ohio University is home to one of the nation’s friendliest and most picturesque campuses. But more importantly, it’s where you can become part of a two-century tradition of excellence and embark upon a rewarding career that will make a real difference. From teaching and research to admissions, facilities maintenance, and residence life, our faculty and staff propel Ohio University’s mission of helping students become their best selves. OHIO offers competitive compensation and outstanding benefits. For a complete list of employment opportunities, please visit University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action institution. For more information about Ohio University’s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, visit

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