Pella Area Jobs

Residence Life Area Coordinator

Posted: 02/26/2023

Job Description:
Responsible to the Assistant Dean of Students for specific residential area operation management. This is a full time 11-month position. 

  • Direct operations of assigned residential buildings including management of area budget
  • Open and close buildings and assess for damages while working closely with Facilities Management to approve work-orders
  • Participate in academic year Area Coordinator on-call schedule and in summer Student Development on-call schedule
  • Participate in emergency response and crisis intervention as required
  • Confront summer guests violating community standards and report situation to appropriate Conference Services or Upward Bound personnel
  • Educate students on community conduct standards and enforce campus policies regarding behavior including conducting administrative conferences and assigning sanctions
  • Work with Resident Hall Staff to create and implement social, educational, and community development initiatives for area residents
  • Facilitate area roommate mediations and room changes
  • Coordinate application and selection process for specialty housing opportunities 
  • Selection, supervision, training, and evaluation of Resident Advisor staff
  • Develop and implement student leadership training for staff and Hall Council members
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and full-time residence life experience required.
  • Master's degree in Student Affair's or related field preferred.
  • Evidence of strong administrative, team building, organizational, and interpersonal skills is essential.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks is necessary. 
  • On campus residence required, unfurnished apartment is provided.
  • A meal plan is provided while school is in session.