Assistant Director, Residential Life
Yeshiva University - New York City, NY
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Position Summary:The Assistant Director of Residence Life will assist the Director in overseeing the daily operations of the various Residence Halls on the Beren Campus. The Assistant Director should contribute to the overall enhancement of campus life, direct our Residence Advisors / Graduate Advisors, and provide emotional support to the residents on the Beren Campus.Position Responsibilities: Responsibilities:HousingCoordinate and implement the year-round undergraduate women's housing program. They will work with the Res Life Campus Manager and the Associate Director of Operations in this regard.StaffAssist in the yearly selection process of the Residence Life team of RAs and GAsDevelop an ongoing training program for Residence Life Staff, including Resident Advisors (RAs) and Graduate Assistants (GAs)Provide ongoing supervision and support to the Beren Campus RAs and GAsSupervise and support ongoing programming, and their ordering / financial budgetingMaintain regular engagement with RAs and GAs by means of programming and relationships, including the coordination of Shabbatons and staff eventsStudentsEnsure a timely response and professional communication with current or prospective residents as well as others who may reach out on their behalfMeet with students to concentrate on socialization challenges and life skillsMediate conflict resolution between friends and roommatesParticipate in the discipline process for undergraduate women, as neededAdministrativeAssist the Director of Res Life as they liaise with the Counseling Center, and the Offices of Student Health, Dean of Students, Disability Services and Student Success on student issues, as well as other University offices and departments concerned with student wellbeing.Assist the Res Life Associate Director as they work with the Facilities Management, Plant Operations and the Housekeeping departments in regard to the dormitory buildingsSpeak with parents dealing with student issues, as neededOn call after hours for medical and mental-health emergenciesServe as a member of committees / take a leadership role in ensuring overall student success, such as facilitating the First Year Seminar series and participation in Student At-Risk processesDocument and keep timely logs in the Yeshiva Success Network and/or the Res Life databaseExperience & Education Background:Bachelor's degree, preferably in Social Work or related fieldMaster's Degree or relevant experience preferredMinimum of 2 years of experience after graduatingFamiliarity with the Jewish Orthodox culture on campusSkills & Competencies:Strong communication skillsCreative, Patient and OrganizedExcellent interpersonal skillsEffective computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and internal databases)Must have some flexible hoursSalary Range:$65,000 - $75,000About Us:Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University's retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.Equal Employment Opportunity: Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly
Created: 2024-09-20