As part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University seeks qualified applicants for the position of the Area Coordinator who will promote our Catholic Franciscan Mission & Identity through their responsibility for the overall administration of one or more residential community and supervision of the Resident Assistants and Hall Assistants working in those communities. Area Coordinators are responsible for shaping the environment and experiences by providing services and programs aligned with the institution’s strategic goals for a vibrant, dynamic on-campus living experience. Thus, Area Coordinators specifically help create and support activities that are designed to enhance the retention and success of students. Area Coordinators are full-time, entry-level, live-in, 12-month employees with paid benefits. This position will report to the Assistant Director of Residential and Commuter Life.
Responsibilities:
- Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies
- Demonstrate cultural competence in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, ideology, religion, national origin, and other areas of diversity
- Supervise, train, and evaluate 7-17 undergraduate Resident Assistants and 1-3 hall assistants
- Provide leadership of hall community development through programmatic means and one-on-one contact within the context of the residential community development plan to provide a welcoming and engaging experience
- Initiate, plan, supervise, and evaluate programming activities consistent with the goals and objectives of the Office of Residential and Commuter Life
- Integrate knowledge about students and their development into daily interactions and activities
- Participate in an on-call duty rotation for all campus housing units
- Manage student conduct by meeting with students who have violated university and/or hall policies according to the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities
- Serve as a first-responder to residents in need, referring to appropriate offices as necessary during business hours
- Respond and assist in crisis and emergency situations, and complete appropriate follow up while on call
- Assume leadership of Residential and Commuter Life projects or processes throughout the year including student staff training, student staff selection, in-service for staff, recognition and special events, as well as professional staff recruitment and selection
- Perform all administrative duties required to fulfill the Area Coordinator responsibilities and other special projects and activities, including hall openings and closings, the management of the building key systems, student staff supervision, the processing of room changes, etc.
- Interpret and implement Marian University and Office of Residential and Commuter Life objectives, policies, rules, and procedures for student staff and residents
- Participate in departmental and divisional professional development activities
- Serve as a role model for all staff and residents in personal and professional practices
- Collaborate closely with the campus partners in the Center for Academic Success and Engagement, Counseling Center, Campus Police, Dining Services, Student Activities, the Exchange, First-Year Experience, the Personalized Learning Center, and University Ministry to connect residents to on-campus resources and provide residents with support
- Fulfill other general duties assigned by the Office of Residential and Commuter Life, Division of Student Success and Engagement, and/or Marian University
University Expectations:
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University
- Adheres to Marian University’s policy and procedures
- Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students, and supervisors
- Communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues
- Meets department productivity and communication standards
- Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems
- Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals
- Adheres to the department budget
Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- A master’s degree in higher education/student affairs is preferred, not required.
- Previous experience with residence life, counseling, or related field is preferred, not required.
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, exhibited good-decision making skills, demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities are required.
- This is a 12-month, renewable live-in position.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For Consideration All Applications Require:
- Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
- Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.
Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:
https://www.marian.edu/faith
Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
