Residence Manager

Reporting to the VP of Academic & Student Affairs, Residence Managers are responsible for providing quality

housing for students; maintaining a safe, healthy, learning and living environment; addressing student conduct

issues; and managing the resident assistant program. The Residence Life Manager provides leadership for on

campus residential areas and shares the responsibility for developing and maintaining residential communities

which facilitate student growth and development. The Residence Manager is a full-time professional staff

position with "on call" responsibilities.

Essential Job Functions:

Ensure quality housing for students

Create an inclusive residential environment which fosters diversity and contributes to the total

development of each individual

Conduct regular inspections of the student housing facility and student units; identify problem areas, and

enlist means to correct. Report, track and follow up on maintenance issues with appropriate building

managers, maintenance and cleaning staff etc. Coordinate with outside vendors and/or property

management to ensure all repairs and maintenance issues are completed in a timely manner

Coordinates administrative functions for area including student check-in, check-out, room changes,

damage assessment, student billing, key maintenance and room condition reports

Respond to emergency and crisis situations, and make appropriate referrals as needed

Provide coverage of student housing facility during off-hours and weekends as necessary

Serve as primary conduct officer for student conduct issues in housing. Administer and implement

housing policies and procedures. Ensure that appropriate sanctions are carried out in a timely manner

Maintain accurate student conduct records

Supervise, train and evaluate Resident staff

Provide direction and coordination for all Housing community development and co-curricular activities

Maintain key inventory records, room assignments and emergency contact information

Maintain an awareness of current issues and developments in higher education and student personnel

Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Residence Coordinators (staff); Residence Assistants (students)

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

MA or MS degree in Student Personnel, Education, Counseling or related field required

Minimum of three years related work experience in Residential Life and Student Housing; OR

combination of education and equivalent work experience

Leadership training and crisis response experience preferred

Must be responsive, quick-thinking, and possess an innate ability to anticipate and respond to issues.

Establish priorities, and work in an organized manner with emphasis on detail and accuracy.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments and meet competing deadlines.

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations

Valid NC Driver's License

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior)

Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the organization. Vision,

commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written

presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization,

decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects

simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day and climb stairs as required. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds

occasionally), bending, and carrying. Specific vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee

is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.