Residence Director

Job Summary:

The College of New Jersey is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Residence Director to join our team. As a key member of the Residential Education Department, the Residence Director will be responsible for managing a residence area housing approximately 750 students within our cohort model residential education program.

Main Responsibilities:

• Supervise a staff of 10-20 Community Advisors (student employees) and 2-3 Student Managers (student employees)
• Develop and implement on-going in-service training for hall staff, focusing on community development, programming, and human relations issues
• Implement residence hall and area programs, working with staff to develop and fulfill programming objectives
• Hold staff accountable for all programming requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in student personnel administration or a related field
• Experience with the student conduct process and residential education supervisory experience
• Experience with crisis response

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in student personnel administration or a related field, combined with graduate-level work experience in residence life
• One to two years' experience with direct oversight of a residence hall, including supervisory skills, proven commitment to student development, and diversity
• Experience utilizing technology to train and educate students

About TCNJ:

The College of New Jersey is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. As a member of the TCNJ community, you will be part of an exciting and rewarding public university career.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should apply online at: careers@tcnj.edu and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references.