The Assistant Resident Director (ARD) is an entry-level full-time live-in position responsible for assisting the Resident Director (RD) with the implementation of the student development program in campus housing at UC Santa Barbara. Under the supervision of the RD, the ARD utilizes a curricular approach and equity mindset as cornerstones of their daily work in facilitating student wellness, development, and belonging in a residential community. The contract term is 12 months (August - July) with the opportunity for a renewal of one additional term. The ARD may be assigned to a community that does not have students residing in the summer, at which time, the ARD will perform necessary duties to assist the department with preparing for fall opening and the upcoming academic year. Primary responsibilities include: 

- Assisting RD in the implementation of a curricular approach in the development and education of a residential community ranging from 500 to 1,800 residents. 

- Providing support in student staff training. - Overseeing community development, resident engagement and curricular initiatives. 

- Advising the hall/community council consisting of student leaders. 

- Assisting in basic counseling, advising, and referrals for student concerns. 

- Supporting student conduct adjudication and addressing emergencies and crisis situations. 

- Developing effective working relationships with department and campus colleagues. 

- Completing a comprehensive, self-directed professional development plan to further develop skills and competencies. 

- Supervision of student staff.

Required Qualifications:

• 1-3 years Demonstrated experience and ability to constructively engage and lead others in complex issues related to social justice, access, inclusion and equity within a campus community. Required
• 1-3 years Experience in planning and delivering programs or activities that foster student engagement and community development. Required
• 1-3 years Experience in a student leadership role on a college or university campus. Required
• 1-3 years Experience in basic student/peer advising and counseling. Required
•  Ability to constructively engage others in complex social justice, access, inclusion, and equity issues on campus.
•  Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across a large, multifunctional department.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UCSB campus resources and support services.
• Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a student housing community.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working within a residential curriculum campus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in supervising student staff. Preferred
• Interest in pursuing a career in Higher Education and/or Student Affairs. Preferred

Special Conditions of Employment:

• The Assistant Resident Director (ARD) is a full-time live-in position with on-call responsibilities. The contract term is 12 months with the opportunity for a renewal of one additional term. This position may require night and weekend hours as needed, with flexible time off to offset these hours.
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

About University of California Santa Barbara

Residential & Community Living promotes a self-regulated environment for the residents of University residence halls and apartments. Their services foster the residents’ ability to live together respectfully and responsibly in a learning community and promote the academic success of all residents. The residential education program provides a quality living experience as well as opportunities to interact with other residents, faculty and staff.

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