Associate Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing
Amherst Campus
Full Time
JR4415
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing position. The Associate Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $70,283.00 per year – commensurate with experience. Given Amherst’s distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
The Associate Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing reports directly to the Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing (REW). The AD will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to build on and advance the connection of our students to their environment and to each other. The AD will work to create a residential living and learning experience that enables our highly diverse students to grow their sense of self, improve their individual and collective wellbeing, challenge themselves to learn and grow holistically, and fully engage in the intellectual life of the college. REW is part of the larger structure in Student Affairs that is working to center wellbeing at Amherst College.
The Associate Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive residential engagement and wellbeing program. Working together as part of a team the AD will supervise 6 Community Development Coordinators to ensure that both student and professional staff develop the skills needed to build and create a culture that centers equity, belonging, wellbeing, and respect. With the REW team the AD will oversee the implementation of programs and environmental strategies that promote and center holistic student development that is constructively challenging and supportive. The REW bases their work in theoretical frameworks and evidence-informed practices.
Together, with the Director of Residential Engagement and Wellbeing and the Associate Director of Health and Wellbeing, the Associate Director sets a strategic vision for the department. This position contributes to the creation of a campus community that centers wellbeing and promotes a culture of respect, self-awareness, and healthy decision making. We anticipate and are responsive to the needs of our student residential population and recognize the many factors that influence their ability to engage fully in their academic life, build social connection, and feel that they belong.
The Associate Director’s work is central to the goals of the REW. Daytime, on-call, and non-traditional hours including nights and weekends are required. This position has the possibility for a live on or off appointment. In collaboration with other members of the REW and other campus partners, the CDCs will respond to emergent health concerns and crisis situations.
Amherst College has a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the AD must be able to take appropriate actions to support the College’s efforts to create a respectful, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment for all. The AD takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Residential Education & Engagement Leadership
Student Campus Care, Support and Accountability
Community Engagement & Culture Change
Student Affairs Generalist
Qualifications:
Required
Preferred
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Career icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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