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Senior Residence Life Coordinator

Position Number: 2746484
Location: University Park, PA
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Senior Residence Life Coordinator

The Residence Life Office is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. Penn State and Residence Life is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. WE ARE committed to the development of a safe and inclusive living-learning community that fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. We strive to enable residents to develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their community.

The Senior Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to continue the vision and mission of the department. They are responsible to the Assistant Director of Residence Life, supervising a professional staff member and supervising up to 10 Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities within a residence hall, which houses up to 800 students.

Typically requires a Master's degree or higher and 1+ year of related experience. Should possess thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development. If operating a University vehicle for this position, candidate will be required to successfully complete a motor vehicle records check in addition to standard background checks or the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This is a 12-month live-in full-time staff position.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supervision

Supervises 1 professional staff member and up to 10 Resident Assistants
Conducts regular individual and group supervision meetings
Evaluates Resident Assistant performance
Provides support and training for Resident Assistants

Student Development and Residence Education

Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residence education program for the area
Assists with the development and implementation of area-wide programs
Makes referrals to campus and community agencies when appropriate
Encourages student involvement and their programming efforts
Acts as an advocate for students by communicating concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
Interprets and enforces University and residence hall policies and procedures
Mediates conflicts between and among students

Administration

Assists with the daily operation and organization of the area and the area office
Handles requests for room changes and contract releases in collaboration with Assignment Office and Housing staff
Assists in promoting the safety and security of residents
Assists in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Police and Public Safety, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Conference Services, etc.
Provides on-call duty coverage over breaks on a rotating basis, including Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break

Community Development

Demonstrates a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment
Encourages Resident Assistants to become well-acquainted with students in their buildings
Assists the Resident Assistants in developing and promoting a positive living environment
Demonstrates a commitment to human relations, diversity, equity, social justice
Plans and implements community building programs in conjunction with Resident Assistants and students
Demonstrates a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of marginalized groups

Summer Responsibilities - Conference Services

Supervision of full-time Conference Coordinators
Interviewing, hiring, training, and supervision of summer conference coordinators and summer conference assistants (SCAs)
Schedule SCAs for duty as needed to cover conference groups living in various campus residence halls
Be present for check-ins to assist with guest questions and issues that arise
Assist in the formulation of conference policies, procedures, and protocols
Recommend housing arrangements and contract language to Conference Services professional staff
Respond to card access, behavioral and maintenance issues, emergencies
Organize and provide orientation sessions for chaperones, coaches, and parents
Responsible to an Associate Director of Conference Services and Commons Desks Operations for assisting with adult conferences and youth/sport camps

Miscellaneous

Participates in committees and task force groups
Assists in the recruitment and training of professional and paraprofessional staff, including overnight desk attendants
Assists in the development and implementation of goals of the area
Performs other duties as assigned

Penn State (http://www.psu.edu) is a comprehensive, multi-campus research university serving all regions of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as well as the nation and the world in instruction, research, and service roles that require responsiveness to and support from society's public and private sectors. As a land-grant university, Penn State is responsible for providing a wide array of programs in the professional and technical disciplines, as well as a balanced offering of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and sciences. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/University-Park-Campus/Senior-Residence-Life-Coordinator_REQ_0000023541

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.