Residence Hall Director

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Position Title:

Residence Hall Director

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Residence Life Coordinator II

Job Duties:

Full time, professional, academic staff live-in position.  This is a one academic year position. This is an emergency hire for this academic year and the successful candidate may apply for the permanent position search to be conducted in the spring. The person selected for this position will be responsible for overall operation of a residence hall, supervision of undergraduate resident assistants, and front desk staff. 

Duties include programming, discipline, counseling, staff selection and training, advising hall government, committee responsibilities, supervision of front desk operations including food and beverage sales, and coordination of housekeeping and maintenance services. 

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Receives and responds to crisis and student conduct situations according to established policies and procedures

• May supervise the day-to-day activities of students and/or professional staff and assist with the personnel management allocation plan including hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation

• Serves as a main point of contact for resident support providing mediation and resolution of personal and facility issues

• Plans, implements, and evaluates student programs and initiatives for residence life

Department:

Housing and Residence Life

Compensation:

$45,640 for the fiscal year, furnished 2 bdrm apartment, $500 dining stipend, pet policy, and other liberal fringe benefits. 

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, previous experience in residence halls.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in student personnel or related field, supervision experience, hall leadership experience.

How to Apply:

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives. You must create an account and login before you can apply. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three references.

Priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before 8/14/26 and may continue until the position is filled. 

Contact Information:

If you have questions, please contact Deborah Newman at newmandl@uwec.edu or 715-836-3674.

Special Notes:

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW 

 

UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit  https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ . 

 

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities. 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

 

The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

 

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