Assist. Res. Hall Director Job Description

Short Job Description:

• Assist with training and supervision of resident assistant staff.
  • Assist with needs assessment and training.
  • Assist with implementation of pre-services training, as well as the planning and implementation of the in-service training.
  • Assist with individual and/or group supervision and evaluation.
  • Assist in planning/facilitation of staff meetings
• Assist with student problem solving and referral.
  • Be available, approachable, and accessible to students.
  • Advise and consult with residents regarding social, educational, and academic concerns; initiates appropriate referrals. (Informal and formal)
  • Confront and discuss behavioral problems with residents and identify appropriate behavioral changes.
  • Conduct judicial hearings and disciplinary interventions as needed.
  • Assist with or handle crisis intervention as necessary.
  • Explain residence hall rules, procedures, and behavioral expectations to residents.
• Assist with basic management of residence hall or complex.
  • Maintain on-going contact with housekeeping and maintenance staff in building/complex/area.
  • Communicate information to and between AGS students, Resident Assistants, Residence Directors, Department of Residence Life, and AGS staff.
  • Assume scheduled on-call responsibilities.
  • Complete requested forms, reports, and correspondence.
  • Understand and communicate relevant food service, maintenance, and housekeeping concerns, procedures, policies, and practices.
  • Understand and communicate AGS and Residence Life policies and procedures.
  • Maintain direct contact with hall director/supervisor.
• Other duties assigned
  • Performs other ancillary duties as assigned by the AGS Directors.
  • Attend required AGS meetings including the planning week prior to the official start of the program.
  • Must be willing to live in residence hall with students.
  • Requires CPR and First Aid certifications (provided during orientation).
• Prior AGS experience is preferred.
• Food and private housing will be provided at no charge.