• Job Description

  Req#: 317949

  Job Details

  Job Location: Rockhurst University - Kansas City, MO

  Salary Range: Undisclosed

  Description

  The Residence Life department at Rockhurst University has an opening for an Area Coordinator position. Primary responsibilities include collaborating with the Associate Director of Residence Life and other University administrators to serve as the primary resource for the non-residence hall upperclass student housing facilities including THV, Rock Row, and Kateri. This will involve close coordination with the Assistant Director of Residence Life and Resident Directors in the overall development of the residence hall program. Other responsibilities include residential education, staff supervision, crisis management, on-call duty and availability after hours and weekends, disciplinary conferences, building safety and security, community development, staff selection and training, front desk operations and staffing, programming, assessment, and committee assignments. The position also must be sensitive to student’s needs, conduct weekly Resident Assistant (RA) meetings, attend regular Residence Life and Student Development staff meetings, and provide campus wide on-duty/on-call coverage on a rotating schedule.

  This position requires that the incumbent be an effective communicator, time manager, and have strong technology skills. The position is responsible for maintenance of data in multiple electronic systems and that data must be maintained in an accurate and timely fashion. This position requires some evening, night, and weekends as necessary, along with rotation regarding on-call for Residence life. The successful candidate will have the personal qualities that exemplify the University’s Jesuit character, mission, and commitment to excellence. An active approach to leadership by example and influences along with a collaborative, team-oriented and highly communicative personal style will be essential skills for this position.

  As Kansas City’s Jesuit university, Rockhurst University exemplifies all that Jesuit education has to offer, an academic tradition that dates back nearly 500 years. The highest caliber of academia, leadership, and service to others is the foundation in which we build a transformative experience for students. The beautiful 55-acre campus is centrally located in a thriving metropolis with a diverse population of more than 2 million people. Kansas City has been ranked among the top 50 best places to live in the United States.

  The position is available for an immediate start date.

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree; master’s in Counseling, College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration or a related field of student development preferred
  • Minimum of two years of experience in Residence Life or a related field
  • Experience in designing, coordinating, and implementing residential education programs
  • Experience in student advising and leadership development
  • Experience in major event planning and management (conference services preferred)
  • Experience in Code of Conduct investigating, adjudication, and education
  • Supervisory experience with undergraduate students, with graduate student or full-time professional supervision preferred
  • Valid driver’s license is required
  • Ability to work in periodic evening, overnight and weekend hours and to travel for occasional conferences and recruitment trips
  • Ability to manage on-call responsibilities
  • This position is live-on and housing is provided

  Full-time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including:

  Medical
  Dental
  Vision
  Short and long term disability
  Life insurance
  A 37.5 hour work week
  Tax-deferred retirement plan
  Free undergraduate and graduate classes for employees - 6 credit hour limit per semester
  Free undergraduate classes for spouses and dependent children
  Vacation and sick time along with 15 paid holidays
  Positive work environment
  Leadership and development opportunities

  Applicants who would enhance the diversity of the University, such as individuals from historically underrepresented groups, are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. To apply, submit your information to Rockhurst University’s Human Resources using the online application system. Questions about submitting applications through our online system can be directed to our Human Resources office at 816-501-4835.

  Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.

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• About the company

  Rockhurst University is a private Jesuit university in Kansas City, Missouri.

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