University of Tennessee Hiring for Assistant Director of Residence Education at Chattanooga, TN Full Time

The Assistant Director of Residence Education leads the educational and administrative efforts for one area of campus within Housing and Residence Life. The position is a key coordinator of formulation of student learning outcomes, providing educational opportunities to students, and assessing that learning in a systematic way consistent with SACS requirements. The Assistant Director assists with retention, progression, and graduation of students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Staff Supervision & Training

Coordinates, or assists with, the recruitment processes for 7 Resident Directors, full-time administrative staff, 93+ Resident Assistants, other student staff, and Graduate Assistants; supervises 3-4 full time Resident Directors; oversees the supervision of up to 2-6 Administrative Assistants, up to 3 Graduate Assistants, approximately 40-60 RAs, and numerous student staff; coordinates, or assists with, staff training for full time and student staff throughout the year (weekly, monthly, & semester basis); and coordinates full-time and student staff evaluations.

Student Development & Education

Responsible for designing, implementing, and revising a curricular approach to residential education, using an outcomes-based learning model, to support the retention, progression, and graduation of students; assesses, or assists in the assessment of, all educational initiatives within Housing & Residence Life; responsible for maintaining Living and Learning Communities, by way of staff hiring, day-to-day supervision, and problem-solving; works in collaboration with Housing and Residence Life, Academic Affairs, and Student Development, as appropriate; coordinates, or assist with, the Freshmen Academic Success Tracking (FAST) program in conjunction with the Enrollment Services; and advises, or assists with, Residence Hall Association (RHA), Community Councils, and Resident Assistant Council.

Administration

Manages short and long-term projects and sees them through implementation; attends various meeting, oversees departmental committees, and serves on university committees as needed; collaborates with other departments and offices on and off campus; reviews and revises publications, including Residence Life training materials, the housing web page, and others; assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures; and manages area budget(s) related to educational and training initiatives, as assigned.

Conduct & Crisis Management

Available 24/7 for crisis situations and offers immediate support and resources to students and staff involved; updates appropriate supervisors in a timely manner of situations that arise; assists in the coordination of the conduct process and student of concern referrals within specified area; serves as conduct hearing officer by investigating cases quickly and efficiently, while observing due process; advises individual residents, students, and student staff; and meets with individuals on a regular basis for conflict mediation/resolution, discuss concerns or disciplinary action.

Summer School/Special Projects

Responsible for, or assists with, the day-to-day operation of summer school to include check-ins, check-outs, and staff supervision; interfaces with internal and external stakeholders; extensive summer training preparation for 100+ staff members lasting five weeks or more; extensive and intensive planning for long-term and academic year projects during summer; peak time: May-August; and performs other duties assigned, including autonomous decision making and authority regarding Residence Life matters in the Associate Director’s absence.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:
Ability to work within a collaborative environment and with diverse populations

Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and independently

Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply policy and procedural guidelines and solve problems

Excellent ability to handled high-volume administrative tasks in a timely manner

Skills in community and student development to include: organizing and planning student programming, student group advisement, and assessment efforts

Review of applications will begin February 28, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related field and 3 years of full time experience in Housing and Residence Life with supervision of resident assistants and/or graduate assistants, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in recruiting, selecting, and training resident assistant staff; and experience working with residential curriculum.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.