This is a Full-time 12-month, administrative position employed by the Adirondack Housing Association, LLC. A competitive benefit package is available.
SALARY RANGE: $55,000-$60,000
POSITION CLOSING DATE: May 7, 2012
GENERAL RESPONSIBILIES: The director is responsible for the development of the Residence Life program at SUNY Adirondack consistent with College’s mission, vision and goals. Establishes and administers policies and procedures, prepares and administers budgets, oversees all programming and operational aspects, and works with college departments to achieve student success initiatives
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Develops, implements, and evaluates purposeful, holistic, student development programming for the residence life community. The Director ensures that a wide array of educational and recreational programming is available throughout the academic year that facilitates student growth and development. In conjunction with other college departments, develops a vision and long range planning for student development, learning communities, student retention, diversity, and multiculturalism.
2. Oversees operational aspects of the Residence Life program, residence hall openings and closings, purchasing, key control, and monitoring of inventory. Assures that computer / technology, including security systems, door access systems, and vending systems are maintained.
3. The director ensures the safety and security of residential students by working closely with the Facilities Manager to provide a safe, clean, and well-maintained living/learning facility. The director works with the Facilities Manager to ensure maintenance, repair, and cleaning of residence halls, grounds and parking lots.
4. The director works with college departments to market student housing and manages waitlists to ensure maximum occupancy.
5. Coordinates and collaborates with college departments, including enrollment management, counseling, athletics, and accessibility services to support and ensure student success. The director works with college counselors to address issues of psychological concern.
6. The director initiates positive, collaborative relationships both on-campus and with appropriate community agencies, including local fire department, police, and human service agencies.
7. The director is responsible for the judicial affairs program.
8. Ensures that all administrative actions to include record keeping, database maintenance and policy development are performed in a professional and timely manner.
9. The director promotes the Residence Life program and facilities to the campus community.
10. The director is responsible for all short and long-term departmental goal setting and strategic planning initiatives.
11. The director maintains the Residence Life Handbook and other publications necessary for promoting and operating the Residence Life program.
12. The director assures formation and effective functioning of appropriate resident hall councils.
13. Prepares and submits budget recommendations and ensures that funds are spent within approved budget.
14. The director is responsible for all personnel aspects of Residence Life including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of all professional and student staff. Monitors work performance for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Encourages professional development opportunities for staff.
15. The director assures effective use of human resources by recommending hiring, disciplinary, and other administrative actions, together with the training, motivating and counseling of assigned personnel and conducts all personnel matters in accordance with federal, state, and local Equal Opportunity Employment/Affirmative Action Laws, other applicable laws, regulations and in accordance with the Personnel Policy Manual.
16. Serves on college committees and performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISES:
Two (2) full-time Hall Directors, (1) clerical staff, and indirectly (12) Student Resident Assistants
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in college student personnel administration, education, counseling, or related field.
Minimum of three years experience in residential life
This position is subject to a criminal background check.
APPLICATION:
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and the names, portfolio links, telephone numbers, email and addresses of three professional references to:
Director of Human Resources
Adirondack Community College
640 Bay Road
Queensbury, NY 12804
Or
apply@sunyacc.edu (preferred)