In addition to the monthly salary base $4,362.89 (there is no STATE income tax)
$1,538.00 Room and Board perquisite and
$250/month on-call stipend when actively serving in the on-call rotation.
We are working on providing relocation assistance, however, we can not make blanket guarantees on relocation.
Required Education:
Bachelors
Additional Information:
2 openings available.
Internal Number: R-11103
RED Responsibilities:
Seeking dynamic, student-focused, adaptive, and innovative, full-time, live-in professional Residential Education Directors (REDs) for communities housing 145-650 residents for the 2024-2025 academic year. The RED mentors, trains, and supervises up to 14 student staff, co-advises student government, provides crisis intervention, adjudicates housing community standards cases, facilitates occupancy management for assigned community, promotes multicultural awareness, participates on departmental committees and task forces, serves on an on-call rotation, and performs comprehensive administrative functions. Additionally, creates, supports, and implements community development plans including programming within departmental programming models.
We offer a unique and customizable experience with many opportunities to develop skills both as a specialist in Residence Life and a generalist in Student Affairs. Our collateral experience allows Residential Education Directors to work within a variety of offices such as: Office of the Dean of Students, Office of Access and Equal Opportunity, Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs, Multicultural Student Services, the Center for Community Standards, University Recreation, The Women*s Center, Student Engagement Services, Center for Fraternity and Sorority Life, LGBTQ+ Center, Access Center, Compton Union Building Administration, Learning Communities and First Year Focus Programing, and the Academic Success and Career Center with the option to work within other areas of the university.
We are an enthusiastic and developmental organization that values a diverse and caring staff! Many of our REDs go on to a variety of successful opportunities in and beyond Student Affairs. Check us out!
GO COUGS!
About WSU:
Washington State University is a four-year, division one, land-grant research institution located within the beautiful Palouse region in the small college town of Pullman, Washington. Our small college town feel coupled with our large school experience, generates intensely passionate fans who help create an enduring sense of legacy and tradition. Our alumni stay incredibly involved with our institution and contribute to an indescribable sense of school pride.
Pullman is just eight miles from Moscow, Idaho which hosts the University of Idaho.
Together these two small towns and two big universities create one of the most vibrant and exciting college town experiences in the nation. Pullman and Moscow are home to a variety of locally owned restaurants, cafés, and community events.
Pullman rests close to a variety of attractions such as Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, Palouse Falls, Steptoe and Kamiak Buttes and many other outdoors activities. Our location is ideal for those who enjoy spending time in nature, as there are a wide variety of terrains and climates.
Washington State University acknowledges that its locations statewide are on the homelands of Native peoples, who have lived in this region from time immemorial. Currently, there are 42 tribes, 35 of which are federally recognized that share traditional homelands and waterways in what is now Washington State. Some of these are nations and confederacies that represent multiple tribes and bands. The University expresses its deepest respect for and gratitude towards these original and current caretakers of the region. As an academic community, we acknowledge our responsibility to establish and maintain relationships with these tribes and Native peoples, in support of tribal sovereignty and the inclusion of their voices in teaching, research and programming. Washington State University established the Office of Tribal Relations and Native American Programs to guide us in our relationship with tribes and service to Native American students and communities. We also pledge that these relationships will consist of mutual trust, respect, and reciprocity.
The Department of Housing and Residence Life at WSU prides itself on creating a challenging and developmental experience for both the students we serve and the employees we supervise. We are committed to adapting and enhancing our employees’ experiences to provide them with a diverse sampling of student affairs practice along with their daily residence life work. We believe in building student affairs professionals not just housing professionals. A considerable amount of intentionality is put into how we supervise and operate. The department believes in and practices a flat hierarchy as part of its effort to remain both open and available to our students and employees.
10-month position with a monthly salary of $4,362.86 plus a $250 on-call stipend. REDs receive a 10 month (12 month if returning) furnished apartment; 10-month meal plan; vacation and sick leave; health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance; TIAA/CREF retirement plan; 6-credit tuition waiver per academic semester; pet policy (up to two pets allowed); partners welcome, professional development funds may also be available.
Must be willing and able to live in the assigned residence hall and respond to afterhours emergencies as needed. Due to the requirement to live on campus, this position is exempt from the Washington Minimum Wage Act in accordance with the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 49.46.010(3)(j).
To complete the online application and upload a cover letter and resume. All applicants may submit a commitment to diversity statement but not required, that includes how can contribute to the mission a culturally inclusive environment into the job for which you are applying for.
Washington State University and the Department of Residence Life are EEO/AA Educators and Employers. Protected group members are encouraged to apply. For more information about the Residential Education Director positions and about WSU, visit: http://housing.wsu.edu/about-housing/employment/
Minimum/Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree and two (2) academic years of Resident Advisor or equivalent experience and demonstrated experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Additionally, a Master's degree in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of relevant experience. Must be willing and able to keep regular hours and work some evenings and weekends.
Preferred qualifications: A Master’s degree in College Student Personnel/Higher Education Administration/Counseling Psychology or a related field is strongly preferred. Successful candidates will ideally possess: the ability to work with students and administrators in a broad range of situations and demonstrate a genuine concern/interest for the welfare of students.
In addition, a candidate will demonstrate the following: the ability to work independently under pressure, work with a diverse student and staff population, excellent written and public speaking skills, strong public relations, the ability to proactively meet deadlines, and an exhibited commitment to and knowledge of student development and academic success. Moreover, the administrative functions of a residence hall, such as budgeting and occupancy management, the ability to work collaboratively with campus and community partners, and a demonstrated commitment to and/or experience advocating for diversity are desired.
Join a staff who are passionate about supporting students at Washington State University. You will have a unique opportunity to gain professional development, mentoring relationships, and become a part of the Cougar Community in Pullman, Washington.