Assistant Director of Residential Life
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University - saint joseph, MN
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Location : College of Saint Benedict - St. Joseph, MN Job Type: Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time Job Number: 01892 Department: Residential Life & Housing - CSB Opening Date: 08/14/2024 Position Summary The Residential Life department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Assistant Director of Residential Life. In support of the four-year residential experience at the College of Saint Benedict, the Assistant Director of Residential Life is responsible for leading the department's housing operations functions, including facilitating multi-step room assignment processes for new and returning students, supporting professional and paraprofessional staff in the department to resolve student issues, and liaising with campus partners to support assignments, room changes, and facilities. The Assistant Director has primary responsibility for all campus housing facilities and operations including issues related to renovations, new construction, repairs and technology. The Assistant Director also develops departmental web and print materials and manages policies and procedures for operational aspects of the department. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students, the Assistant Director is an integral part of the Residential Life leadership team, participating in strategic and long-range planning for both the department and the student development division. Serving approximately 1300 women residents in six residence halls and 13 campus apartment buildings, the Residential Life staff includes a director, assistant director, five live-in residence directors, 40 paraprofessional resident assistants and community advisors, and 8-9 student office assistants. Professional staff members build close connections with students through daily interactions, campus events, and community involvement. Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit Responsibilities Coordinate and maintain the housing management system (StarRez) required to ensure an effective housing assignments process for multiple stakeholders including students, parents, Residential Life & Housing staff, Business Office (Student Accounts), Student Accessibility Services, and Physical Plant/Facilities. Coordinate and implement room assignment and room selection process. Coordinate and implement move-in/move-out processes and communicate to internal and external stakeholders. Facilitate key/card access management processes and procedures. Manage student housing billing processes with internal stakeholders. Supervise 8-9 student employees who work in the central office and staff the front desk. Serve as a member of the Residential Life leadership team to provide strategic planning, budget management, policy development and program development for the residential life program. Serve as a member of the administrative on-call duty schedule throughout the year. Identify, respond to, and resolve maintenance issues occurring in residential areas in collaboration with Facilities personnel. Coordinate internal and external departmental communication across multiple media including web, print and electronic formats, to reach current and prospective students, families, and faculty/staff audiences. Analyze student enrollment patterns to determine the impact on campus housing and recommend options for eligibility criteria and future housing plans. Assist in the preparation of the residential auxiliary budget and other reports in support of institutional planning and priorities including the 10th day occupancy and annual housing facility needs reports. Serve as a resource to students, families, faculty and staff in responding to inquiries and concerns and resolving issues associated with room assignments and facility issues. Represent the institution in matters related to housing and residential life in a variety of forums, including work with admission, academic affairs, alumnae, parent groups, community organizations and college committees. Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Proficiency in housing operations or facilities management. Demonstrated experience in budgeting. Experience with housing management software. Preference given to candidates who have demonstrated knowledge and experience with StarRez. Strong communication, organization, and human relation skills. Commitment to maintaining a high level of competence and professionalism. Ability to exercise discreet judgment and confidentiality are expected at this level of responsibility. Must be available for evening, weekend, and holiday work as required. Regular work hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. but at certain points in the year, position requires some evening and weekend hours. Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move freely around campus, including walking up and down stairs and across varying terrain. Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing administrative tasks. Must have adequate hearing and vision to respond to resident needs and emergencies. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Must have a driver's license and be able to travel to assist with duty, programming, and purchasing. To Apply Applications are accepted online by clicking on " Apply". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume. If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) or It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization. The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University. HEALTH INSURANCE Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit. The Plan also uses a preferred provider network system where discounts are applied when utilizing health care providers in the network. Care received outside of the preferred provider network is covered, but at a higher cost to the employee and the institution. DENTAL INSURANCE Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit. This plan also uses a preferred provider network where discounts are applied when utilizing providers in the network. Care received outside of the preferred provider network is covered, but at a higher cost to the employee and the institution. AFLAC SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE This voluntary plan offers an additional level of financial protection for you and your family in the event of a serious accident or illness. LIFE INSURANCE CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary as follows: Salary Life Insurance $0-$20,000 $50,000 $20,001-$37,500 $75,000 $37,501-$50,000 $90,000 $50,001+ $100,000 Employer provided life insurance in excess of $50,000 is subject to imputed income tax (a tax on the value of the premium). You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available. LONG-TERM DISABILITY After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working. This plan provides a benefit that equals 60% of your basic monthly earnings to a maximum monthly benefit of $11,000. This benefit may be payable, provided the employee is unable to perform the usual and customary duties of his/her occupation. VACATION Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours. Employees working 100% time receive the following: Vacation days per year Years employed 15 days 1-10 years 20 days 11+ years HOLIDAYS Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year: New Year's Eve Day Juneteenth Friday following Thanksgiving Day New Year's Day Independence Day Christmas Eve Day Martin Luther King Day Labor Day Christmas Day Good Friday Indigenous Peoples' Day Easter Monday Wednesday before Thanksgiving Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day The additional days between the Christmas Day holiday and New Year's Eve holiday FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre?tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses. VISION PLAN This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included. TUITION REMISSION Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. The payment of special fees is the responsibility of the employee. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer; up to a maximum of 2 courses per year. There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment. CSB/SJU will grant tuition remission the next full semester to the dependent, providing the dependent meets the academic requirements. There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities. PARENTAL LEAVE A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment. SICK LEAVE Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE. Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to all employees and immediate family members. EAP counselors can help you identify problems and concerns regarding family, marriage, emotions, alcohol or drugs, financial difficulties, legal issues and job stress. All contacts between you, your family, and the EAP are provided as a benefit from CSB/SJU and are kept strictly confidential. RETIREMENT Defined Contribution Plan CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out. The employee/employer contributions are as follows: Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution 1 3% 1% 2 3% 3% 3 3% 5% 4 3% 7% 5 3% 9% Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan. TUITION ASSISTANCE The tuition assistance plan is an educational grant provided by CSB/SJU to a qualified son or daughter of a full time employee toward meeting the tuition costs at Saint John's Preparatory School. The dependent must meet the eligibility criteria in order to receive this grant. CONTACT INFORMATION Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict Human Resources Office Human Resources Office Quadrangle 127 Main 223 Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374 Phone (320) Phone (320) Fax (320) Fax (320) * Benefits subject to change annually Revised 9/21/2023
Created: 2024-10-22