Olivet College Hiring for Residence Hall Director and Coordinator of Residence Education & Activities at Olivet, MI Full Time

About Olivet College: Olivet College was founded in 1844 on the principle that the future of humanity rests in the hands, hearts, and minds of those who will take responsibility for themselves and others in an increasingly diverse society. Open since its founding 179 years ago to all regardless of race, gender, or ability to pay, Olivet College was founded as the first college in Michigan to admit women and persons of color on a co-equal basis with white men and proudly defines itself by who it includes, rather than who it excludes. As such, it is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state and actively seeks diversity in its students and employees. As part of its commitment to a values-based mission of Education for Individual and Social Responsibility, the College actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Olivet College is located 20‑30 minutes from the urban centers of Battle Creek and the capital city of Lansing. Located on I‑69 within a few miles of the I‑94 interchange, the college is centrally located between Detroit and Chicago and conveniently situated to the major population centers of Michigan, Greater Chicago, Northern Indiana-Indianapolis, and Northern Ohio.

Job Summary

The Residence Hall Director and Coordinator of Residence Education & Activities position fosters a seamless residential learning environment. The primary role is the facilitation of a safe and inclusive living and learning community in the residence halls and theme houses. This position also provides leadership for the residential education program and student activities.

This is a live-in position for which campus housing and a meal plan are provided.

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor’s Degree, with 2 years of experience in a residence hall environment.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Student Affairs or a closely related field, with 2 years of experience in a residence hall environment.

Compensation: This is a full-time position with a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous paid holiday and leave time.

To Apply: Click on the application link below to go to the Career Center, select this position, and then click on the “Apply” button. From there, follow the instructions to complete a profile and upload a cover letter, resume, and information for three references.

Position Description follows.

Position Title: Residence Hall Director, Coordinator of Residence Education &

Activities

Department: Student Life

Supervisor: Dean of Student Life, Associate Dean, & Assistant Dean

Total Students Supervised: 5-10

Summary: As a senior staff member, the Hall Director fosters a seamless residential learning environment. The primary role is the facilitation of a safe and inclusive living and learning community in the residence halls and theme houses. Each Hall Director will serve and lead an assigned auxiliary position – functional areas include but are not limited to: Housing Operations, Gender Center, Restorative Justice, Intramural Sports, Residential Education Program, Student Success, Student Activities, Greek Life, and others as assigned. (This position is live in and must reside in campus housing).

Essential Functions of the position:

Hall Director

1. 1. Supervises, recruits, trains, and evaluates resident advisors, apartment managers, and student assistants.
   2. Facilitates residential, educational, and cultural programming for their residential community with resident advisors and campus faculty/staff.
   3. Serves as campus community leader and advisor to facilitate the Olivet Vision of Individual and Social Responsibility. 
   4. Promotes conflict resolution, problem solving skills, and restorative practice measures utilizing the community standards and the Olivet College Compact guiding philosophies.
   5. Collaborates with Campus Safety staff to ensure a safe living environment for all students and community members.
   6. Performs duties in a diverse, challenging and occasionally stressful environment.
   7. Responsible for crisis response and serving in on call duty rotation including holidays as needed.

Coordinator of Residence Education & Activities

1. 1. Supports the promotion of residence life programing through new student orientation and other events.
   2. Create social media content and post for the office of Student Life on a weekly basis. Will assist with mobile app content creation and training.
   3. Assist the Associate Dean of Student Life to develop, advertise, and promote student activities that meet the needs of the student body at Olivet College.
   4. Assist in the setup and tear down of events.
   5. Assist in the operation of student activities events, including Welcome Week, Homecoming, OC App training, and others.
   6. Attend weekly programing and social media team meetings.
   7. Manage student workers/volunteers/student groups that host program initiatives.
   8. Establishes the vision for the campus wide Residential Education/Curriculum Program Model that benchmarks current trends.
   9. Sustain and assess programs, based on defined objectives, and measure success outcomes.
   10. Act as a primary liaison with the student activities, multicultural programs, intramural sports, and student success offices.
   11. Leads Resident Advisor selection, training, and development.

*This job description is not all-inclusive, as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Required: Bachelor’s Degree, with 2 years of experience in a residence hall environment.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Student Affairs or a closely related field, with 2 years of experience in a residence hall environment.

Physical demands:

1. 1. Ability to continuously stand or walk.
   2. Ability to bend, squat, climb three flights of stairs and lift frequently
   3. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work environment:

1. 1. Work performed in and out of the office environment.
   2. Mainly those present in a normal residence life setting; no known hazards.
   3. May occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
   4. May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.