Description

The Area Coordinator for Residential Communities is a full-time, live-in professional staff member responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and educationally enriching living environment for students within their assigned residential area, which includes the direct oversight and management of a specific residence hall. This role provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to student staff (Residential Advisors/Assistants and Residential Community Managers), manages hall operations, develops community-building initiatives, and supports student well-being and success.

Job Responsibilities

Residence Hall Management & Operations:

• Directly manage the daily operations and administration of an assigned residence hall.
• Oversee room assignments, room changes, maintenance requests, and facility walk-throughs for the assigned hall.
• Coordinate hall opening and closing procedures, health and safety inspections, and key management.
• Ensure compliance with college and housing policies and procedures within the assigned hall.
   

Student Staff Supervision & Development:

• Provide direct supervision, training, and mentorship to student staff, including Residential Community Managers and Residential Advisors/Assistants (RAs) within their assigned communities.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and facilitate professional development opportunities for student staff.
• Lead and participate in the recruitment, selection, and training of RAs and other student housing staff.
   

Community Development & Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to foster a strong sense of community, belonging, and positive campus culture within residential areas and the assigned hall.
• Oversee the creation and execution of educational, social, and cultural programs by student staff.
• Promote student engagement and involvement in hall and campus-wide events and initiatives.
   

Student Support & Advocacy:

• Serve as a primary resource and point of contact for residents, addressing concerns, mediating conflicts, and providing appropriate referrals to campus services (e.g.,counseling, academic support).
• Respond to student crises and emergencies, providing initial intervention and coordinating with relevant campus departments.
• Uphold and enforce the Stillman College Student Code of Conduct and residential life policies.
   

Administrative & Reporting:

• Manage assigned budgets for residential areas and specific hall operations.
• Maintain accurate records, including incident reports, student conduct documentation, and program evaluations.
• Prepare reports and presentations on residential community outcomes and trends.
• Participate in departmental and college-wide committees as assigned.
   

On-Call Responsibilities:

• Serve in an on-call rotation to respond to residential emergencies and critical incidents for the entire residential system.
• Provide immediate support and decision-making during crisis situations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of full-time professional experience in residential life or student affairs, including direct supervision of student staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to student development, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in common office software and residential management systems.

Stillman College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.