Job ID: Location: Main Campus - UCR Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Category: Student Affairs and Advising Salary: $56,000 - $96,400 Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%) Organization: Student Affairs Department: Christine Bender Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Information: The Resident Director (RD) is a full-time, 12-month, live-in position and serves as a member of the Residence Education professional staff team. The RD is responsible for resident orientation to community living; resident counseling; policy enforcement and adjudication; day and night on-site crisis response; curricular approach to student engagement; student staff recruitment, selection, training and evaluation; housing management and special projects. The RD provides a variety of support services to the residential students and assists with the management of the housing program. The residential facilities include residence halls, apartments and family housing.
This is a four (4) year contract appointment with the possibility to be extended for one (1) additional year for a maximum total of five (5) years.
The full salary range for the Resident Director is $56,000.00 - $96,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $57,000 annually in addition to housing and meal plan compensation. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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Requirements: Requirements
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Required
Master's degree.
Preferred
Experience Requirements
1 - 2 years of relevant work experience in Student Life Programs, Student Affairs, Counseling, Social Work and Education.
Required
Minimum Requirements
Thorough knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization.
Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
Abilities in project management, problem identification and reasoning skills.
Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
Knowledge of student conduct administration best practices and ability to independently process and adjudicate student conduct cases.
Knowledge, skills & abilities to manage crisis and emergency situations.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
Knowledge of University processes and procedures.
Demonstrated understanding of student development theories and practices. Knowledge of curricular approach to student engagement.
Additional Information: Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
General Information STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 004564 19 Christine Bender Ruby Park
Positions Directly Supervised Job CodeTitleFTE
004329
STDT ACTIVITIES APPT OFFICIAL
0.49
Generic Scope Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.
Custom Scope Using knowledge and skills as a seasoned, experienced Student Services professional, performs the full range of duties and responsibilities within a Student Life specialization. Assesses situations and determines appropriate action or referral. Works independently under general supervision to provide information and interpretation of complex policies, procedures and regulations. Identifies and responds to student needs for programs, services, and crisis intervention.
Department Custom Scope The Resident Director (RD) is a full-time, 12-month, live-in position and serves as a member of the Residential Education Professional staff team. The RD is responsible for resident orientation to community living; resident counseling; policy enforcement and adjudication; day and night on-site crisis response; curricular approach to student engagement; student staff recruitment, selection, training and evaluation; housing management and special projects. The RD provides a variety of support services to the residential students and assists with the management of the housing program. The residential facilities include residence halls, apartments and family housing. This is a four (4) year contract appointment with the possibility to be extended for one (1) additional year for a maximum total of five (5) years.
Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time
May supervise clerical and/or student staff.
Supervises a student staff of 8-20 student staff members. Monitors student employee performance and provides direction and assistance. Counsels and evaluates student employee performance. Recommends corrective action, hiring, and separation of student employees when appropriate.
20%
Provides ongoing transformational advising and development to student leaders participating in student government, co-curricular programs and/or organizations on a wide range of issues. Advises student leaders on complex and sensitive issues. Brings extensive knowledge to a student generated field of interest and supports, guides and mentors students in formulating projects related to those issues. Guides students in interaction with campus leaders and represents students on these issues when appropriate. Coaches student leaders on communication and leadership skills.
Advises student leaders through various residential situations, which are both complex and sensitive. Works with staff to develop programming that meets the requirements of the curricular approach and residential needs. Guides students in interaction with campus leaders and represents students on these issues when appropriate. Coaches student leaders on communication and leadership skills.
15%
Participates in the adjudication process for student conduct cases of moderate complexity. Interviews witnesses and writes up findings regarding alleged conduct violations. Provides guidance to lower-level staff. Consults with higher level professionals as needed. Makes recommendations for sanctions.
Directly responsible for adjudicating assigned caseloads. Applies principles of student development in the administration of Residential Education, Housing Services, Dining Services, and University policy and procedure, holds formal hearings. Responsible for the selection, training and advising of student conflict resolution teams. Advises students, negotiates behavioral agreements and mandates referrals to appropriate campus offices.
15%
Independently resolves moderate complex individual cases regarding student affairs or student life.
Serves in a first line on-call duty rotation to advise, counsel and support residents and student staff on-call. Serves as the official hearing officer for their area.
10%
Oversees and is directly responsible for RA programming. Reviewing proposals, providing feedback and direction. Approving expenditure in alignment with department and campus procurement policies. Applies principles of student development, fiduciary responsibility, and project management in the administration of program management.
10%
Other duties as necessary.
5%
Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external organization stakeholders critical to program success.
Serves as a liaison between residents and Housing Services staff and keeps in regular communication with the appropriate representatives in their area. Serves as a liaison with Housing Services and campus departments by serving on campus committees and working with departments on campus issues.
5%
Provides recommendations, reports, and metrics on feasibility of new and current programs.
Recommends changes to Residential Education policies, processes, and procedures (such as programming models, protocols, initiatives, etc). Works with staff to implement viable and necessary assessment of programs
5%
Independently provides the full range of support services for a student program(s) and/or provides the full range of academic support services for a residential complex.
Facilitates and develops a sense of community and responsibility among residents and the development of their academic, intellectual, cultural and social development through staff supervision and student outreach. Attends community and large- scale activities, speaks to residents in their area and provides personal outreach and general visibility.
5%
Administers a limited public service program, providing such services as working with outside agencies to refer students and develop programs to work in public service roles; identifying resources for student volunteer opportunities; matching student volunteers with outside public service agencies. Provides education, training and reflection opportunities to students engaged in public service.
Works with their student staff and residents to do plan and execute programs that encourage community development and personal enrichment.
5%
Manages a large a student services business or multiple services. Recommends new business opportunities. Participates in long range planning and development and new initiatives.
Works with the office staff with the coordination of move-ins and move-outs for their area. Works with the Housing Services contracts staff to ensure appropriate room inventory inspections and damage assessments and appropriate placement and approved room changes.