The Residence Life Coordinator is a 12-month appointment with a base salary of $40,000 for Bachelor's level professionals and $45,000 for Master's level professionals. Additional compensation is commensurate upon the education and experience of the individual selected. Opportunities for merit-based increase may be available during employment based on institutional funding.
Required Education:
Bachelors
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
***The Residence Life Coordinator Position is a LIVE-ON Position which means that you must reside in an apartment located within the assigned Residence Hall on the TTU Campus.***
Supervision/Advising (30%)
Provide direct supervision to 1 full-time Senior Specialist; 1-2 Graduate Hall Coordinators; 6-23 Community Advisors and up to 12 Student Assistants
Participate in the recruitment, selection, training and development of professional and paraprofessional staff
Complete formal and informal feedback for evaluations of staff as requested
Provide indirect supervision and advising to departmental staff, complex councils, and student organizations
Administration (25%)
Manage implementation of the Residential Curriculum within assigned area, including guidance of staff, oversight of proposals, evaluations, and funding
Administer budget responsibilities for assigned functional area
Monitor, maintain, and/or approve payroll for assigned staff
Manage student of concern and incident reporting via Maxient system
Support, provide guidance for, and implement the departmental customer service model
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders regarding student and customer needs
Support departmental initiatives within Residence Life including but not limited to In-Hall, Leadership and Academic Development, and Student Support and Staff Operations
Serve on departmental committee(s) as assigned
Utilize departmental databases and online systems for the management of University Student Housing and Residence Life operations
On-Call/Crisis/Emergency Response (10%)
During assigned on-call shifts, be accessible by the department provided cell phone 24-hours per day (may include holiday breaks)
Be available on a call-to-duty status whenever residence halls are in operation and assist Residence Life staff with residence hall and campus emergencies
Work with stakeholders, including the Texas Tech Police Department, Crisis Hotline, and Student Counseling Center, to respond to student concerns or incidents within the residence halls
Ensure accurate reporting and provide follow-up as necessary with student and parent concerns
Building Management and Institutional Support (35%)
Promote community development via building walkthroughs, residential curriculum, and visibility within the halls to foster student ownership and care of residential facilities
Oversee 24-hour desk operations within the assigned residential complex
Implement required emergency drills (fire drills, severe weather drills, etc.) and complete required paperwork or follow-up
Partner with building stakeholders (e.g. facilities, housekeeping, hospitality) regarding management of assigned facilities
Serve as a Residence Life Coordinator for summer operations
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for academic year and summer initiatives
Master's degree required in a related field plus two years related residence hall staff experience; OR a Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience.
About Texas Tech University, University Student Housing
University Student Housing is here to serve our students and our team. We look for professionals with a passion for excellence who believe in the power of teamwork, civility, and leadership. Together, we maintain over two million square feet and serve a community of over 8,000 students within our Residence Halls. As one of the largest employers on campus, our department offers the stability, success, and values you can be proud to represent as a professional and a Red Raider. Whether you are a recent or upcoming graduate or an experienced professional, University Student Housing offers an array of opportunities that are right for you!