PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

To collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to develop a Christ centered living, learning environment. This is a 10 month live-in position.

Salary: $56,320 paid over 12 months

Internal Classification: Career Track - Professional Job Level - 3

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be an active, participating member of the Residential Life team.

• Mentor a team of Resident Assistants (RAs). Conduct regularly scheduled RA meetings. Consult with individual RA's in their interactions with residents.

• Assist with Residential Life's RA training and development.

• Actively collaborate with offices across Student Life & Formation

• Be an active and creative participant in the Student Conduct process. This includes confronting and responding to incidents as they develop and walking alongside students through the ensuing process.

• Work with appropriate departments on campus to ensure that residents are provided satisfactory, clean, organized, and safe conditions in the residence hall.

• Maintain open communication with other departments on campus and refer students as necessary.

• Prioritize and complete administrative and operational tasks.

• Establish visibility, availability and approachability with students by being present in the residence hall and the Point Loma campus.

• Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers for PLNU's New Student Orientation.

• Additional duties as assigned by the Dean of Students.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer Masters completed or in process in one of the following areas: College Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Ministry, or Education. Bachelor's degree required.

• Must possess: a significant commitment to a growing relationship with Christ an understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of PLNU an understanding and support of the mission, values, and spirit of Christian higher education an understanding and full support of the basic tenets of Wesleyan theology and the Church of the Nazarene.

• Committed to professional development.

• Strong administrative and team skills: organization, time management, self discipline, self-motivation, collaboration, independence.

• Experience managing a budget.

• Proficient with computer/technology including MS Office.

• Comfort with and skill in the context of confrontation, accountability, and discipline.

• Previous management experience helpful.

• Must have an understanding of college life and issues.

• Must possess leadership abilities, helping skills, conflict resolution experience and be adaptable and flexible.

• Demonstrated knowledge of specific developmental issues faced by college students and ability to use these concepts in decision making and planning.

• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant .

• The job offer is contingent on a clear background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing and sitting for periods greater than one hour.

• Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

• Vision to read documents, e-mail and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor.

• Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone.

• Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 lbs throughout the day.

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.