Residence Hall Director

The Residence Hall Director provides oversight of a residential community including community development, facility management and educational opportunities.  This position serves as a student-centered educator and provides direct supervision to 8-10 student staff members.  The Residence Hall Director supports and responds to issues related to students of concern during and after regular business hours, and serves as resource and referral agent for campus and community resources.

• Manage  the  daily operation of a residence hall area including supervision of student staff members, management of facilities and hall operations, creating an inclusive community, and facilitating conflict resolution.
• Develop positive relationships with hall residents and other students through availability, counseling, and advising
• Serve as a conduct hearing officer for residential students. Maintain a presence in the residence halls and on-campus during business hours, occasional evening and weekend programming, and while on-call.
• Use knowledge of student development theory to implement educational opportunities and foster learning in the residence halls.
• Develop, implement and participate in Residential Life functions such as student staff recruitment, selection, and training.  
• Partners with campus colleagues to develop and facilitate social engagement and educational workshops for residential students. 
• Serve as a member of the Macalester on-call team  (crisis/emergency response) via rotating campus-wide duty coverage.

• Bachelor’s degree required with 1+ years of residential life live-in experience post Baccalaureate degree. 
• Knowledge of student learning and development, particularly in a residential living environment. Strong commitment to diversity and social justice with an understanding of how to advance a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.

• Strong commitment to diversity and social justice with an understanding of how to advance a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.
• Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and work with ambiguity. 
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with various deadlines while maintaining community presence and availability to students.
• Proficient in basic office software and/or productivity applications.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or related field.
• Previous experience in collegiate on-campus housing department

Compensation

This is a 12-month position with a base salary of $40,000 and $1,300 for meal plan per semester provided.  A fully furnished one or two-bedroom apartment with in-unit laundry provided.

The target start date is July 1.

Application Guidelines

To be considered, please submit your cover letter and resume with a purpose statement as one PDF through the Macalester Employment Opportunities.  Priority will be given to candidates who apply by May 21st, but the position will be posted until filled. 

All inquiries about this position should be directed to:

Tracy Harris

tharris1@macalester.edu
Talent Acquisition Manager

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.

Our Commitment to Safety in response to COVID-19:

For the safety of our community, Macalester requires all employees to have received a COVID-19 vaccine regimen. If you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a health condition or because it is prohibited as a result of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.

Questions about this process should be directed to Employment Services, at hr@macalester.edu.