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The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Director, Residential Life Academic Success and Residential Engagement, UNLV Student Life [R0150050]

ROLE of the POSITION

This position along with the Assistant Director for Residential Life anticipates students’ needs and advises the Director in developing housing and residential programming, providing resources, and assessing outcomes for student success. The Assistant Director for Academic Success and Residential Engagement is responsible for creating a supportive living environment that promotes academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement among students. 

This role involves collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to develop and implement programs that enhance the academic experience within the residence halls. The Assistant Director will serve as a mentor and resource for students, helping them navigate academic challenges and achieve their educational goals. The Assistant Director will also provide supervision to professional and student staff, including leadership development and engagement through Residence Hall Association (RHA), National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), and thematic living-learning initiatives. 

Other duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and oversee programs designed to support the academic, social, and personal growth of first-year, first-generation, and underrepresented students living in the residence halls. 
• Provide leadership in a theory-based developmental program for resident assistants and all residents 
• Utilize research and best practices to implement thematic, academic, and living-learning community (LLC) floors, and collaborate with external partners to advance a comprehensive living-learning model
• Directly supervising the Program Coordinator for Residential Education and indirectly supervising HRL’s student organizations (e.g. RHA and NRRH)
• Provide individualized advocacy, mentorship, and resources that promo