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The Residence Hall Director facilitates daily operations of a residence hall housing between 300 to 1000 students and is responsible for creating a diverse, academically conducive, secure and healthy residential community while providing intentional programming to assist with the psychosocial development needs of students and implementing the learning outcomes of the University and the Division of Student Affairs. In addition, Residence Hall Directors oversee the operations of the residence hall, facilitate an educational student conduct process, and supervise part-time, graduate, and undergraduate staff.

Essential Functions

• Education and Academic Success- Assist with student retention, transition, and academic success. Create academically-focused residential environment that supports student success. Serve as a student conduct hearing officer with emphasis placed on educational conduct. When appropriate, refer serious violations to the Office of the Dean of Students. Integrate diversity education throughout community development programming Teach an accredited RA Training Course and/or similar. Provide a designated level of academic advising support to students in collaboration with respective advising offices. Provide a basic, designated level of career development and exploration in collaboration with Career Services.

• Programming, Leadership, and Community Development- Coordinate and implement community development and educational activities within the residence hall through student Develop a vision for the residence hall community by coordinating educational and developmental activities in the residence halls. Regularly evaluate and assess programming and community development efforts through formal and informal processes. Program of high profile campus events which may include opening week, Homecoming Week, Family Weekend, Sibs and Kids Weekend, athletic events, and Preview days.

• Supervision and Recruitment of Staff- Recruit and train 9-22 resident advisors, 1-2 graduate assistant(s), a Student Administrative Assistant, Administrative Resident Advisor, and desk workers as Coordinate and facilitate weekly staff meetings.

• Student Issues, Hall Safety and Crisis Management- Respond to emergencies, crisis situations, and student issues. Serve as a liaison with Facilities Services to ensure safety, maintenance and appearance of the residence hall. Participate in a rotating duty schedule year round that handles situations as Counsel students to support their personal, academic, and emotional wellbeing as needed. Collaborate with campus partners for referrals as needed to support students in their holistic wellness.

• Administrative- Assist with BGSU and Residence Life student recruitment efforts. Assist with room assignment and room change Perform administrative tasks and procedures in support of residence hall and departmental functioning. Administer residence hall budget to include purchasing, categorizing and reconciling/entering/reporting financial statement. Serve on Division-wide and/or Departmental committees in consultation with and approval by supervisor.

• Fulfill other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of college student development theory
• Experience presenting or facilitating workshops and training sessions
• Knowledge or experience of supervision practice and theory
• Experience working with a student conduct process
• Knowledge of residence hall or housing operations and procedures
• The ability to make sound judgements about safety
• The ability to make referrals to other office or agencies
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication and administrative skills
• Demonstrated desire to work with diverse individuals and groups
• Basic computer skills, budget management skills, and creative problem solving

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by ‘ June 12, 2023’.

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Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or

email ohr@bgsu.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

Bachelor’s Degree* required. *Successful candidate must have Bachelor’s degree conferred and official transcripts indicating such before his/her start date.

Master’s degree preferred.

The following Experience is required:

1 year of supervisory experience**

1 year of general residence life or housing experience**

       **Two years of experience as a GA or student employee is equal to one year of professional experience

About Bowling Green State University

Bowling Green State University is a nationally ranked public university committed to redefining student success in a high-achieving, innovative environment. In 2021, Forbes ranked BGSU as the No. 3 midsize employer in the United States, highlighting the University’s commitment to its faculty and staff. Serving as the core of the University’s academic community, more than 800 full-time faculty members are engaged in teaching, research and creative activities, with over 2,000 full-time staff members to support the operations and education of over 20,000 students. Bowling Green State University provides experiences that enhance lives. Students are prepared for lifelong career growth, lives of engaged citizenship and leadership in a global society. U.S. News and World Report names BGSU as one of the top public universities nationwide with a strong commitment to first-year programs that lead to success. Within our transformative learning community, we build a welcoming, safe and diverse environment where the creative ideas and achievements of all can benefit others throughout Ohio, the nation and the world.

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