Community Director

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Job Overview

The Community Director in Residential Education at Georgetown University administers the residential program for a campus community housing between 225-600 students. The Community Director’s primary role is to foster the holistic development of students through active engagement and mentoring of students in the residential education experience. Duties include supervision and development of the Resident Assistant or Resident Fellow staff and the design of cultural, educational, and social programming supporting the formation of students in the Jesuit tradition. The Community Director, in partnership with the Resident Assistant/Resident Fellow staff, educates students through the development of Educational Plans, promotion of leadership development, partnerships with Faculty and Resident Ministers, emergency response, and through community investment in an established code that emphasizes respect for self and others. 

The Community Director manages the occupancy, safety, and security of the residential area they oversee. The Community Director is a critical member of Georgetown’s Safety Net and works closely with the Georgetown University Police Department and other Student Affairs offices to respond to student emergencies, including mental health crises, facility emergencies, injury, and other concerns. The Community Director serves on an emergency response duty rotation and responds to significant student issues. During the summer months, Community Directors play a vital role in creating and planning departmental programs and services while supporting the residential conference and intern housing operations. Community Directors are expected to serve as positive ambassadors of the University and Residential Living mission, vision, and values within their teams, communities, and across campus.

The Community Director primarily performs desk work in an office or workspace using a university issued computer. Some meetings or events occur in other buildings on the Hilltop or Capitol Campus or occasionally at off campus locations. This position is required to live on campus and participate in an on-call/on-site duty rotation 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. The Community Director must be able to respond quickly to emergencies (behavioral, health related, and facility/physical plant) and other needs when they arise.

Work Interactions

Community Directors supervise the student Resident Assistant/Resident Fellow team and lead all community development and student formation initiatives within their assigned community. The Community Director provides mediation services to students, supervision to Resident Assistant/Resident Fellow staff, developmental guidance to students, and feedback to departmental leadership. On a daily basis the Community Director schedules student meetings and is readily available to student staff and colleagues. The Community Director is expected to communicate in a timely manner with faculty, staff, parents, and others regarding shared concerns about students. 

Requirements and Qualifications

• A completed Master's Degree is required, preferably in the area of Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or Social Work.

• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the work of Residential Living as well as the education and character development of college students is expected.

• Demonstrated experience in the areas of leadership, supervision, professional development, administrative skills, social justice and inclusion, community development, educational engagement, and emergency response.

• Ability to manage stress, conflict, and frustration constructively; demonstrate a positive attitude. Identify, define, and apply creative and original approaches to resolving issues and use sound judgment based on training and departmental policies and protocol.

• An awareness and understanding of the Jesuit values and the ability to conceptualize them in the application of this role.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Emergency Employee

This position has been designated as an emergency position. Because many services provided by the University are required seven days a week on a twenty-four hour basis, the University makes every effort to remain open at all times. This position must always report to work on time regardless of weather conditions, whether the University is closed or not.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$41,926.00 - $65,090.00

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.