Director of Residence Life 997993

Xavier University’s Office of Residence Life seeks a Director of Residence Life to oversee all aspects of housing for 2323 students, directly supervises four central office staff and indirectly supervises 8 additional staff members, as well as 64 Resident Assistants. Primary responsibilities include vision and planning for housing processes, financial/revenue goals, and budget administration. The Director of Residence Life is a member of the Departmental Leaders within the division of Student Affairs.  

Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for the overall leadership and planning for the mission/vision of the department. Ensure the Jesuit mission of Xavier University is incorporated into the Residence Life program.  
• Ensure the development of an effective Residence Life program which supports the social and academic lives of students living on-campus and supports the 360-degree wrap-around student services.   
• Supervise departmental staff. Provide oversight and guidance to professional staff members responsible for departmental processes such as RA Recruitment and Selection, RA Training, Residential Curriculum, etc.
• Oversee the work of the Housing Operations Team and be a liaison between budget office, VPSA, and Auxiliary Services.  Provide oversight for all Housing Selection processes, assignments/billing, break periods, associated opening/closing processes, etc.
• Provide on-call coverage for the department and be in collaboration with other Directors in the Division of Student Affairs and other University Colleagues for important or crisis situations.
• Oversee the Residence Life budget ($1.1 million) and provide guidelines for spending within the department to ensure proper use and management of University funds.         

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree required in Higher Education, Student Personnel, or related field.
• 5-10 years of related experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Residence Life specialization.
• Knowledge of residential life programming, including selecting, training, and management of student and professional staff.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships, build consensus and support.
• Advanced communication (written and verbal) skills, analytical skills, and project/process management skills.

Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity.  These values are central to our mission.  We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. 

Candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests.  Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website.  Candidates are asked to include with their cover letter a brief statement on how they might support/contribute to Xavier’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Review of applications will start on November 01, 2024.  Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.

BENEFITS:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.