RESIDENT DIRECTOR
Position Details
* Job Title: RESIDENT DIRECTOR
* Position Number: 8102800
* Work Modality: Fully In-Person
* Job Category: University Staff
* Job Type: Full-Time
* FLSA Status: Exempt
* Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
* Department: RESIDENCE LIFE
* Location Code: RESIDENCE LIFE (03850A)
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Master Degree in college student personnel, higher education or human services field required. Live-in required. Experience working in residence life or student affairs required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the Jesuit mission and the values of Loyola University Chicago, including a commitment to social justice and inclusion
* Supervise, recruit, train and evaluate personnel in assigned residence hall(s), which may include any combination of: Desk Receptionists (hourly student employees), Resident Assistants (paraprofessional student leaders)
* Perform administrative functions for day-to-day operations of residence hall/area as assigned
* Serve as a University Conduct Administrator and adjudicate student conduct cases that occur in the residence halls
* Participate in the 24/7 on-call emergency response system for campus community of 4,800 residential students
* Provide conflict mediation, crisis intervention and appropriate follow-up for students in the residential community
* Oversee the implementation and evaluation of educational opportunities in the residence halls, including support/resources for events, the residential curriculum, learning communities, and academic support initiatives
* Advise (or assist in advising) a Department of Residence Life student organization (hall council, RHA, etc.)
* Assist in overseeing maintenance, housekeeping, and facility condition in cooperation with the Facilities Department
* Provide advice, support, assistance and referrals to students regarding academic, housing, and personal concerns
* Serve as a facilitator for UNIV 101 class to support first‑year student transition into Loyola University Chicago
* Maintain office hours for availability to residents and staff, including some evening and weekend commitments
* Serve on departmental and divisional committees (as applicable)
* Other duties as assigned by the departmental leadership team
QUALIFICATIONS
* Master’s Degree
* Must have an understanding and appreciation for the Jesuit mission of Loyola University Chicago
* Good interpersonal and problem‑solving skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent mediation and conflict resolution skills
* Experience working with diverse populations
* Ability to work nights and weekends when required
* Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
* Strong customer service skills
OTHER DETAILS
* Certificates/Credentials/Licenses: N/A
* Computer Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications
* Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
* Required operation of university owned vehicles: No
* Direct animal or patient contact: No
* Maximum Salary: $50,000 per annum
* Minimum Salary: $48,276 per annum
Physical Demands: None
Working Conditions: Irregular Hours
EEO STATEMENT
Loyola University Chicago adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
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