Assistant Residence Life Coordinator

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Student Affairs and the Residence Life are looking for dynamic and energetic individuals to join our team as part-time Temporary Coordinators. These positions will report to an Assistant Director with potential to supervise a staff of Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities of buildings housing up to 400 students. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Supervision: 

• Directly or indirectly supervising Resident Assistants

• Conducting regular individual and group supervision meetings

• Evaluating Resident Assistant performance

• Providing support and training for Resident Assistants

Student Development and Residence Education:

• Assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residence education program for the area

• Assisting with the development and implementation of campus-wide initiatives

• Advising student groups in the area

• Making referrals to University agencies when appropriate

• Encouraging student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities

• Promoting area government

• Advocating for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency

• Advising individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns

• Interpreting and enforcing University and residence hall policies and procedures

• Mediating conflicts between and among students

Administration: 

• Assisting with the daily operation and organization of the area and the area office

• Handling requests for room changes and contract releases

• Assisting in promoting the safety and security of area residents

• Assisting in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc.

• Providing on-call duty coverage

Community Development: 

• Demonstrating a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment

• Encouraging Resident Assistants to become well-acquainted with students in the area

• Assisting the Resident Assistants in developing and promoting a positive living environment

• Demonstrating a commitment to diversity and social justice

• Planning and implementing programs in conjunction with Resident Assistants and students

• Demonstrating a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups

Miscellaneous: 

• Assisting in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system

• Performing other duties as assigned

Applicants should possess thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development. Positions will work a minimum of 20 hours and up to 40 hours a week. Start date will be as soon as possible. If covering on call responsibilities, housing will be provided.

A driver's license preferred but not required. If driving as part of job duties, a valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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