Associate Director of Residential Life

Overview: The Associate Director (AD) is a vital in-person member of the residential life professional staff and reports directly to the Director of Residential Life. In this capacity, the AD plays a crucial role as part of the senior leadership team in the residential life department. The AD is entrusted with the oversight of a residential community comprising approximately 1430 second year students. One of the primary responsibilities of the AD is to facilitate a dynamic co-curricular learning and engagement experience for all on-campus residents. Collaborating closely with various colleagues within the Division of Student Affairs and university-wide departments, including CARE, Health and Wellness, Student Conduct and Community Standards, Facilities, Campus Life, and Religious Life, the AD contributes to a wide array of campus programs and initiatives. Specifically, the AD is responsible for developing and implementing inclusive programs and policies that promote a sense of community, encourage good citizenship, and offer students a meaningful residential experience integral to their education at QU. Key areas of focus encompass the development and execution of the Residential Curriculum, management of the room change process, forging partnerships with faculty, overseeing staff supervision and training, nurturing student development, managing administrative tasks, addressing student conduct issues, and effectively responding to crises.  About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X. Responsibilities:

 

• Hire, train, develop, supervise, and evaluate 3-5 full-time professional Residence Hall Directors
• Provide leadership for the assigned residential community, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for students
• Assist with Housing operational processes such as Summer Housing, Room Change Process, Break Housing Requests, Early Arrivals and Late Stays, and oversight of the Residential Life front desk
• Design and implement training and development programs for faculty affiliates and staff working with Living Learning Communities (LLCs)
• Manage budgets for the assigned area, ensuring effective use of resources
• Establish and maintain performance expectations for all staff members
• Indirectly oversee 40 paraprofessional staff members (Resident Assistants) and ensure their professional development and accountability
• Assist in developing and implementing Office of Residential Life (ORL) goals, policies, and procedures. 
• Ensure staff members are knowledgeable about essential residence hall procedures, policies, and practices
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of both professional and paraprofessional staff members. 
• Track Residential Curriculum programs and activities and be responsible for assessment and reporting
• Stay updated on trends and research related to residential students and their experiences to implement high-impact practices
• Develop learning goals and educational plans tailored to meet the needs of residential students. 
• Engage in New Student Orientations, Admissions Days, Open Houses, and other events to support the
• recruitment of new students and their families
• Plan, implement, and evaluate training programs for both professional and paraprofessional staff. 
• Develop, review, revise, and distribute staff manuals for Residence Hall Directors (RHDs) and Resident Assistants (RAs), in collaboration with Assistant Director colleagues. 
• Assist with promotions and marketing efforts for the residential experience. 
• Collaborate with campus and faculty partners to enhance student support and development best practi