Hall Director- University Housing- UTK

Depending on the residence hall there are 8 - 22 Resident Assistants and one full-time Assistant Hall Director. Supervising responsibilities include the selection, training and evaluation of these staff members. In addition, the Hall Director works closely with the building facilities and maintenance staff and housekeeping supervisor to ensure that all resident issues and needs are resolved and followed up in a timely manner.

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for developing and administering a comprehensive residence life program focused on community development and student contact in residence halls housing between 517 and 1,084 predominantly undergraduate students. 
• Serve as the catalyst for student contact and development in the community and are designated as front-line staff members for staff supervision and development, student discipline, program development, on-call crisis protocol and facility management. 
• Provide support to students experiencing academic challenges, mental health concerns, roommate conflicts, and personal concerns.
• Responsible for the selection, training, evaluation, and development of Assistant Hall Directors, Resident Assistants, and Office Assistants. 
• Foster residence hall community through direct contact with residents through routine daily interactions is expected. 
• Instruct a section of the Resident Assistant Symposium each spring semester as a part of the RA Selection process.
• Serve on the Area Coverage rotation for an area of campus.
• Maintain a strong relationship with administrative services, housing services, and finance units within University Housing.

 

Qualifications 

Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required at the time of application.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Skilled in training and supervising staff

 

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree 

Experience in residence life, counseling or related field

Work Location 

• Onsite position located in Knoxville, TN. 

 

Compensation and Benefits 

• Hiring range: 
  • Bachelor's degree $47,500
  • Master’s degree $50,000
• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
• Find more information on UT Benefits here

 

Application Instructions 

Please complete the on-line application for full consideration. Applicants must include a cover letter, resume and a list of at least three references (with current e-mail address and phone number/s) in the application file. A review of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

 

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