Wilson College is currently accepting applications for the Director of Residence Life position. The role reports to the Vice President for Student Development and is an integral part of the Student Development leadership team. The Director will provide strategic leadership for a comprehensive residence life program and will oversee all on-campus undergraduate student housing at Wilson College, which has a capacity for approximately 425 students. Responsibilities include administrative decision-making, overseeing strategic initiatives related to Residence Life, budget development and management, housing contracts, facility operations, housing assignments, marketing, employee development, office management, and creating departmental policies. The Director will also supervise and provide training for about 15 student resident assistants and participate in the on-call emergency rotation system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinates the day-to-day facility operations in seven multi-year residence halls.
• Assigns all housing assignments and assesses the billing of room and meal plan charges.
• Collaborates with Communications & Marketing and IT to update internal and external web pages related to residence life.
• Maintains all necessary files and computer database records on resident students, including student rosters.
• Cultivates relationships with various departments, specifically Student Development team, Physical Plant, Housekeeping, Campus Safety, Business Office, Admissions, and Student Financial Services.
• Works with the VPSD, Assistant Dean of Student, students, faculty, and staff in the assistance of development and implementation of high-quality programs for residential students.
• Works closely with the Director of Physical Plant and the Campus Safety to foster a safe and well-maintained environment for all students.
• Serves as part of the on-call rotation and as a resource for professional staff and resident assistants to help with crisis management.
• Responsible for conflict mediation/resolution on matters related to residence life which includes imposing appropriate disciplinary sanctions and serves as a conduct officer.
• Provides oversight of departmental budget.
• Responsibilities also include serving as a Student Development representative on various college and divisional committees and chairing appropriate ad-hoc committees.
• Routinely advises the VPSD on all matters concerning residence life.
• Attends and presents information at Open Houses, Accepted Student Days, and other Admissions events.
• Selects, trains and supervises one graduate assistant and approximately fifteen resident assistans.
• Conducts assessment activities for Residence Life and plans/implements any indicated changes.
• Works closely with the VPSD to report crime accordingly when administering all aspects of the Clery Act as related to residential students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Dean of Students in the planning and implementation of new student orientation.
• Oversees the selection, training, and supervision the student residence life staff (approximately 15).  Oversees and maintains on call schedule for Resident Assistants and support staff.
• Oversees the selection, training, and supervision of a Graduate Assistant.
• Assists with student mediation, crisis interventions, and roommate conflicts in consultation with the Director of Counseling and VPSD, as necessary. 
• Works closely with Dean of Students, Campus Activities Board and Wilson College Student Government Association (WCGA) to implement campus programs.
• Oversees all aspects of residential administration such as opening and closing of residence halls, room selection, room changes, periodic room inspections, damage inspections and billing reports.
• Coordinates and manages summer housing and coordinates with conferences staff.
• Maintains and disseminates accurate floor plans to Student Development, RAs, and Campus Safety.
• Serves as a representative on the following committees: CARE Team, Parking Committee, Safety Committee, CORE Team, and Onboarding Committee.
• Acts as a lab instructor in First Year Seminar (community development, roommate issues, etc.), as needed.
• Facilitates self-evaluation, as well as solicit periodic supervisor and student feedback.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by the VPSD or Dean of Students.

COMPETENCY:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on service to students.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently, exhibit strong organizational skills and meet deadlines.
• Flexible team player committed to fostering communication across departments.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Full-time, 12-month position
• Variable hours dependent on needs of department. Willingness to work on a flexible basis when activities fall outside of normal working hours.
• Some work during evenings and weekends will be required.
• This position is live off.

TRAVEL:

• Occasional, dependent on the needs of the department

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree in student personnel, student affairs administration, counseling or related field
• 1-3 years professional experience in college student affairs work, judicial affairs, alcohol and drug education

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL ELGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPR certification preferred.

About Wilson College

Wilson College empowers students to be confident and critical thinkers, creative visionaries, effective communicators, honorable leaders, and agents of justice. Founded in 1869, the College is named for Sarah Wilson, the first living woman in the United States to endow a college for women. Today, Wilson admits women and men of all ages to its programs of study, both in-person and online, including 31 undergraduate degrees, 40 minors, and 9 master’s degrees. Through a private, liberal arts education, Wilson delivers value and affordability to students and their families at a price competitive with regional public institutions.With a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 16, Wilson features small, seminar-style classes and research opportunities that enable students to work closely with faculty and mentors.At Fall 2023 Census, the College reached its second highest total enrollment in its history with 1,555 enrolled students, a 14 percent increase over Fall 2022. Centrally located in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, the College’s 300-acre historic campus provides easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.Wilson sp...onsors 13 varsity athletic teams and is a member of the NCAA Division III, the United East Conference, and the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association. The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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