Hall Director

University Housing at the University of Tennessee is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hall Director to join our team. As a key member of our residence life team, you will be responsible for providing direction and oversight for the residential community in your building(s).

Our mission is to foster positive, student-centered residential communities that support the academic mission of the university. We provide a defining experience for students through programs and amenities that facilitate individual learning and development. University Housing's value and services enhance the overall university student experience.

The Hall Director is an entry-level, exempt, full-time, 12-month, live-in position with the Department of University Housing. As a Hall Director, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and administering a comprehensive residence life program focused on community development and student contact in residence halls housing between 517 and 1,084 predominately undergraduate students.
• Serving as the catalyst for student contact and development in the community and are designated as front-line staff members for staff supervision and development, student discipline, program development, on-call crisis protocol, and facility management.
• Providing support to students experiencing academic challenges, mental health concerns, roommate conflicts, and personal concerns.
• Responsible for the selection, training, evaluation, and development of Graduate Assistant(s), Resident Assistants, and Office Assistants.
• Fostering residence hall community through direct contact with residents through routine daily interactions.
• Instructing a section of the Resident Assistant Training Course each spring semester as a part of the RA Selection process.
• Serving on the Area Coverage rotation for an area of campus.
• Maintaining a strong relationship with administrative services, housing services, and finance units within University Housing.

The University of Tennessee is the state's flagship, land-grant university. We are a Research 1 university, housing 11 colleges and 900+ programs of study. With an enrollment of 30,000 students, our undergraduate and graduate programs are repeatedly ranked among top national programs. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities.

We require a Bachelor's degree at the time of application. A Master's Degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, Student Development, or a related field is preferred. Qualified candidates will have experience in residence life, community development, and staff supervision, as well as leadership and effectiveness in promoting respect and appreciation for diversity among students and staff.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and seek candidates who share our values. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and other qualifications and is accompanied by a standard university benefits package. This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position. Hall Directors receive a furnished apartment at no cost, including utilities, and a meal plan.

Please complete the online application for full consideration. Applicants should include a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three references (with current email address and phone number/s) in the application file. A review of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the search may be directed to the search committee chair.