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Southern Illinois University

Hall Director

Carbondale, IL · On-site

$39K - $44K/yr

The Hall Director is a member of a dynamic team consisting of Hall Directors, Program Managers ... Promote and assist with the recruitment for student leadership organizations such as Area Council ...

Governors State University

$44K - $47K/yr

Training, supervising, and evaluating paraprofessional staff and an Assistant Residence Hall Director (graduate assistant). * Assisting and advising students in matters related to academic support ...

Nku

Residence Hall Director

Highland Heights, KY

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Residence Life, the Residence Hall Director is a 12-month live-in position responsible for coordinating all aspects of student development in the residential ...

Saint Mary's College

Hall Director

Notre Dame, IN · On-site

The Residence Hall Director is a critical member of the Student Affairs team and serves as an ... Meet regularly with Resident Assistants to provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional ...

Saint Mary's College

Hall Director

Notre Dame, IN · On-site

The Residence Hall Director is a critical member of the Student Affairs team and serves as an ... Meet regularly with Resident Assistants to provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional ...

Wisconsin

Residence Hall Director

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$43K/mo

Residence Hall Director Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job ... May supervise the day-to-day activities of students and/or professional staff and assist with the ...

Cornell University

Residence Hall Director

Ithaca, NY · On-site

$47K/yr

The Residence Hall Directors are directly supervised by Assistant Directors with functional oversight by the Associate Directors and the Director. Together, this team supports approximately 7,500 ...

Wisconsin

Residence Hall Director

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$43K/mo

Residence Hall Director Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile ... May supervise the day-to-day activities of students and/or professional staff and assist with the ...

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How much do assistant hall director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant hall director in the United States is $33,100.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,000.00 and $35,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant hall director?

Assistant Hall Directors (AHDs) are university staff members, often graduate students, who help manage residence halls on college campuses. They support the Hall Director in overseeing daily operations, supervising resident assistants, and fostering a safe and engaging living environment for students. AHDs also assist with conflict resolution, programming, and administrative tasks. Their role is essential for maintaining a positive and supportive community within the residence halls.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant hall director?

To thrive as an Assistant Hall Director, you need a background in student affairs, higher education, or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree and experience in residence life. Familiarity with campus management systems, incident reporting tools, and student development software is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and leadership abilities help build community and support residents effectively. These competencies are crucial for fostering a safe, inclusive, and well-managed residential environment that supports student success.

What are some common challenges an assistant hall director faces when managing a residence hall, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Hall Directors often encounter challenges such as mediating conflicts between residents, balancing administrative tasks with student engagement, and responding to emergencies after hours. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong communication skills, effective time management, and a supportive relationship with the Residence Life team. Proactively building rapport with residents and fostering an inclusive community environment can help prevent conflicts and make crisis situations more manageable. Additionally, collaborating closely with Resident Assistants and campus resources ensures a well-coordinated approach to student needs.

What is the difference between Assistant Hall Director vs Resident Director?

AspectAssistant Hall DirectorResident Director
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; some roles prefer related certificationsBachelor's degree typically required; experience in student affairs beneficial
Work EnvironmentCampus residence halls, assisting in daily operationsCampus residence halls, overseeing residential life programs
Employer & IndustryColleges and universities, student housing departmentsColleges and universities, student affairs offices
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Hall Director and Resident Director roles both involve managing student residential life within college housing. The Assistant Hall Director typically supports the Resident Director, focusing on daily operations and student engagement. The Resident Director holds a more senior position with broader responsibilities, including program development and staff supervision. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are key positions within campus housing departments.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Hall Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,100 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Hall Director

Carbondale, IL • On-site

Southern Illinois University
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$39K - $44K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job description

Salary: $39,000.00 - $44,000.00 Annually
Location : Carbondale, Illinois
Job Type: Administrative Professional
Job Number: 2600132
Department: University Housing-SIUC
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
FLSA:: Exempt
Security/Safety Sensitive:: Security sensitive (subject to pre-employment criminal background investigation)
FTE: 1.0
Description
University Housing at Southern Illinois University Carbondale announces openings for the Hall Director position. These are full-time, 12-month, live-in professional positions. Application review will begin after May 15th, 2026, with applications accepted through May 30th, 2026, or until the positions are filled.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Examples of Duties
The Hall Director is responsible for the quality of student life in residential facilities ranging from traditional residence halls to an apartment complex. The Hall Director hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates a staff team ranging from 12-16 Resident Assistants. The Hall Director is a member of a dynamic team consisting of Hall Directors, Program Managers Coordinators, Assistant Directors, Associate Directors, and the Director of University Housing and Residence Life.
  • Select, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff members.
  • Hold weekly (or biweekly) 1:1s meetings with Senior student staff members to discuss personal, community, and professional issues/concerns, as well as monitoring student wellbeing and development.
  • Lead weekly staff meetings to discuss community and departmental issues/concerns.
  • Support and attend events and activities planned by Student-led, departmental, or campus organizations.
  • Establish, advise, and manage Area Council executive board for your residential area of responsibility.
  • Assist with the management of on-campus student leadership organizations such as National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), Residence Hall Association (RHA), and the Black Togetherness Organization (BTO).
  • Attend weekly area council meetings and leadership organizations' executive board meetings.
  • Work with student staff to develop and promote (floor) - and area - based communities; collaborate with students to create House (floor)- based identities.
  • Establish and recruit student leaders to serve on the area-specific leadership council (Area Council).
  • Plan and implement monthly, HD-led, area programming
  • Promote and assist with the recruitment for student leadership organizations such as Area Council, NRHH, RHA, and BTO.
  • Collaborate with Faculty/Staff and Residence Life to promote and execute Living Learning Community (LLCs) events and programs.
  • Adjudicate student conduct/administrative conferences with students using Symplicity's Advocate conduct management system.
  • Serve in an on-call rotation for the residential campus.
  • Utilize housing administrative software for on-campus occupancy management, room changes, and damage charges (StarRez).
  • Manage operating budgets for student staff, student leadership organizations, and Area Council programming.
  • Establish both working relationships and lines of communication with Campus Partners such as Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Office for Access & Accommodations (OAA), and Students Rights and Responsibilities (SRR).
  • Chair/serve on departmental review/planning committees such as Hiring/recruitment, Training, Move-In. and Systems and Administration.
  • Maintain a secure and functional physical environment conducive to students' learning and success.
  • Collaborate with the area housing administration to ensure proper management of key and building access devices. Conducting routine audits of keys and BADs and work with area housing administration to correct any discrepancies.
  • Conduct frequent walk-throughs of assigned residential area.
  • Establish working relationships with facilities and housekeeping/custodial staff.
  • Establish working relationships with Culinary & Nutrition Service, Building Services, and Contracts staff.
  • Report building/facility-related emergencies/after-hours concerns and submit maintenance requests/reports.
  • Utilize building access and camera system to support the security of on-campus living facilities.
  • Assist with the implementation of summer camps and or conferences held within the residence halls.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree by date of start
  • 4 or more semesters or 2 or more years of paraprofessional or professional experience with housing or residence life

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree by date of start
  • Excellent interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite and database software
  • University Counseling and/or Crisis Response experience
  • Housing/Residence life live-on experience
Required Documents: Submit a letter of application, CV/resume, a valid driver's license, and three references.
Contact: Erik Thomas,
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.
The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about , , and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit:
Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.
University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.
Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, and Employee Assistance Program.
SIUC also provides extensive tuition benefits for its employees and their families such as: tuition waiver/application fee waiver for the employee and their dependents, a Legacy tuition rate for children of SIU Alumni, and Civil Service Employee Counsel (CSEC) Education Assistance Program (EAP)
For more information please visit: https://hr.siu.edu/benefits/

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