Director of Housing and Residence Life

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program AdministrationNo

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Monticello

UAM, one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is located in southeastern Arkansas in the beautiful timberlands, rich in outdoor recreation activities, and approximately 100 miles south of Little Rock. UAM is a comprehensive, residential and commuter, undergraduate institution also offering selected master’s degree programs.

Department:

Dean of Students

Summary of Job Duties:

Summary Of Job Duties
Position Summary

The Director of Housing and Residence Life provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all aspects of UAM’s residential communities. The Director is responsible for fostering safe, welcoming, and engaging living-learning environments that support student success, retention, and holistic development. This role integrates housing operations, residential education, student conduct, crisis response, and compliance while advancing the mission and student-centered priorities of the University.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administration & Leadership

· Direct the overall administration of the University’s housing and residence life programs, including residential education, facilities operations, staffing, and student support services.

· Provide leadership in the development and delivery of intentional, holistic educational and social programming that promotes student engagement, belonging, leadership development, and personal growth.

· Serve as a key member of the Student Engagement leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, assessment, and institutional initiatives.

Facilities & Operations Management

· Directly oversee facility operations within the residential program, including maintenance coordination, custodial services, key management, condition reporting and inventory control, life-cycle planning, and opening and closing of residence halls.

· Collaborate with Facilities Management and other campus partners to ensure safe, well-maintained, and functional residential facilities.

· Ensure compliance with safety standards, emergency procedures, and operational protocols.


Student Conduct & Compliance

· Serve as a student conduct officer for violations occurring within the residential community, ensuring consistent, fair, and educational application of residence life and University policies.

· Facilitate the reporting of student conduct complaints by individuals, departments, and organizations.

· Conduct preliminary investigations by interviewing students and witnesses and reviewing physical and documentary evidence.

· Adjudicate individual student conduct cases through administrative hearings or reviews, or refer matters to alternative conflict resolution processes as appropriate.

· Provide training for University hearing officers, hearing boards, and residence life staff responsible for administering the student conduct system.

· Offer alternate forms of dispute resolution when appropriate and serve as an advisor regarding complex legal and regulatory issues in higher education.

· Coordinate the University’s response to student-related emergency situations and ensure compliance with FERPA.

Staff Supervision & Development

· Lead the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of professional and student staff, including residence hall directors and student leaders.

· Promote professional development, accountability, and a culture of care, inclusion, and excellence within the Housing and Residence Life team.

Budget & Auxiliary Management

· Efficiently manage Housing and Residence Life budgets, including forecasting, resource allocation, and fiscal accountability.

· Lead efforts to maximize the effectiveness and sustainability of the residence halls as an auxiliary enterprise.

· Analyze occupancy trends and implement strategies to support enrollment, retention, and revenue goals.

Crisis Response & Student Support

· Effectively manage crisis and emergency situations within the residence halls in collaboration with the Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students, University Police, Counseling Services, Health Services, and other campus partners.

· Serve as a member of the University Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), contributing to coordinated responses that prioritize student safety, care, and well-being.

Partnerships & Campus Engagement

· Cultivate and expand internal and external partnerships for Student Engagement with faculty, staff, campus departments, and community organizations.

· Support and assist with campus-wide programs, initiatives, and major events as defined by the Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students.

Title IX Responsibilities

· Serve as Deputy Title IX Coordinator and/or Title IX Investigator, in consultation with the University’s Title IX Coordinator, for allegations involving student-to-student sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and related training initiatives.

Other Duties

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Engagement & Dean of Students and/or the Vice Chancellor for Student Engagement.

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Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred, preferably in higher education, student personnel, or social or behavioral sciences.

· Three to five years of experience as a live-in, and/or professional staff member in a college or university residence life program required.

· Direct supervisory experience in a residence life setting strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated understanding of the role of residence life in student engagement, retention, persistence, and success.

· Knowledge of student conduct processes, crisis response, FERPA, and higher education compliance.

· Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to manage complex situations with professionalism, fairness, and a student-centered approach.

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Preferred Competencies

· Experience with Star Rez housing management system and data-informed decision making.

· Demonstrated commitment to welcoming excellence, student development, and holistic learning.

· Ability to collaborate effectively across divisions and with external partners.

· Experience serving in conduct, Title IX, or BIT-related roles.

Qualifications:

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Jessica L. Foxworth
Associate Vice Chancellor / Dean of Students/Title IX Coordinator
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Student Success Center Suite 201D
870.460.1110| [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes