The University of Illinois at Chicago is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANASPI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (SHI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health science colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published in U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Campus Housing seeks to develop students both in and out of the classroom through a rich residential curriculum, active student involvement in the university’s mission and student’s overall success. With the university and department at the forefront of change, employees must demonstrate the ability of making timely, well-informed decisions, use professional judgement in complex situations; and demonstrate critical, creative, and reflective thinking skills. The Resident Director must be able to effectively handle complex situations; work calmly and accurately to deescalate situations and resolve escalated issues through constructive and creative approaches.
This position oversees the administration of a designated residence hall(s) in the context of a non-traditional workday, with an emphasis on student engagement and community development. This position guides residents to engage in residential communities, participates in initiatives that support academic achievement including working with Faculty-in-Residence, collaborates with academic departments, manages resident interventions and referrals, and identifies, encourages and advises student leaders.
This position coordinates the administrative functions of a residence hall such as student oversight, student employment, management of programming budget, guest housing, and facility management & maintenance.
This position manages all aspects of Campus Housing programmatic efforts and the community development model, and serves as the conduct officer for both Campus Housing and the Dean of Students in student conduct hearings. This is a live-in position that requires the ability to execute independent judgment in providing direction and assistance while acting as a first responder to student crises and provides duty coverage for evenings, weekends and holidays. This position may supervise and develop undergraduate staff, Sr. undergraduate staff, and/or an Assistant Resident Director.
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s degree in Higher Education or in a related field preferred. A minimum of 2 years of student affairs experience. Strong interpersonal, management, organizational and communication skills. Working knowledge of university policy and procedures. Working knowledge of databases and general computer skills.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree. Master’s degree in Higher Education or in a related field preferred. A minimum of 2 years of student affairs experience. Strong interpersonal, management, organizational and communication skills. Working knowledge of university policy and procedures. Working knowledge of databases and general computer skills.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANASPI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (SHI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health science colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published in U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
