Graduate Assistant Hall Director Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Details
Student Employment Enrollment Requirements
Indiana State University student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
Comments to Applicants
All student employees will be required to submit employment verification documents on their first day of work. For a list of acceptable documentation, follow this link: student-employment-list-of-acceptable-documents.pdf
Notice of Vacancy Number
ST2500693
Job Title
Assistant Hall Director - Residential Life Graduate Assistant
Job Category
Graduate Assistantship
Job Type
Graduate Assistantships
Position Class Code
81225 - Grad Assistant -Other
Student Pay Grade
999
Hourly Wage/Salary
$1,200/month
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Assistant Hall Director is a developing scholar practitioner who supports and implements a residential curriculum model which focuses on the education of students around the learning goals of self-efficacy, inclusive excellence, and professional success. Responsible for all co-curricular learning opportunities in the hall including assisting in teaching decision-making strategies around community living and Student Conduct and Integrity, life-skills teaching around concepts of communicating across difference, navigating conflict, personal wellness, and budgeting. The Assistant Hall Director is responsible for the supervision of the undergraduate student staff including Resident Assistants and Community Development Educators. Assistant Hall Directors assist in the administration of the building around areas of occupancy management, desk management, and after-hours emergency response.
Specific Responsibilities
Work Schedule
Scheduled 20 hours per week, typically during business hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM), however, some nights and weekends are required.
Desired Start Date
07/13/2026
Open Date
05/20/2026
Close Date
06/30/2026
Required Relevant Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree (4 years)
Required Field(s) of Study
Students obtaining degrees in Student Affairs and Higher Education are preferred, although not mandatory.
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Preferred experience working as an RA or in the residence halls
Supervisory Responsibilities
Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Excellent leadership skills, Excellent public speaking skills, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Experience in an educational environment preferred, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals, Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications, Proven supervisory skills, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Willing to interact with students, Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required, Work effectively with a diverse community
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
NCAA Guidelines
All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Job Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Hours will vary when on-call for the department or during peak periods (i.e., Trainings, Openings, Closings).
Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise and foster the learning and development of a team of student staff members
• Implement the residential curriculum as a learning-centered approach in their respective residential community
• Utilize assessment data to create an environment of continual performance improvement within their area
• Serve as the hall council advisor in assigned community
• Serve as a role model to members of the residential community
• Actively engage with members of the student community through teaching, mentoring, advising student organizations, and actively developing relationships with students living in the community
• Serve as a member of the Residential Life on-call rotation, including consulting with student staff on-duty, responding to student crisis situations, creating a safe and comfortable living environment, and enforcing university policies
• Provide administrative oversight to a specific residential community
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to support the success of members of the residential community
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
• Represent the Office of Residential Life on committees, workgroups, or designated projects
• Potential to teach department-sponsored classes for undergraduate students.