University of Hawai`i at Hilo Looking for Residence Life Specialist (Community Living Coordinator) PBA Full Time

UH Hilo, Division of Student Affairs, Student Housing, position number 80602, special funds, full-time, to begin approximately February
2024, pending position clearance and availability of funds.

Duties:

Will be assigned to collateral areas
focused in Campus Engagement and Social Connections (Programming/Conduct), Service Learning and Self Care (Student Basic Needs) and Cultural
Competency (DEI and Cultural Programming)

LEADERSHIP & STUDENT PROGRAMMING: Responsible to provide leadership to assigned
collateral areas to ensure the development, coordination, promotion and implementation of the programs, resources, and services. Responsible
to promote and implement strong residential community among staff and residents. Works to provide an environment that compliments the
resident’s individual educational goals and to provide growth and development opportunities for resident students. Aligns and incorporates
Kaao Framework with educational programming with the residential curriculum in all of the three collateral focus areas in Diversity,
Inclusion and Equity, Living Learning Communities (LLC)/First Year Experience and Support and Well Being-Basic Needs. Ability to create
assessments to assess and evaluate educational programming offered to the students who live in the residence communities. Provide direct
supervision and leadership to student staff assigned within the residential communities who will provide support to the residential
curriculum and housing operation. Creates a partnership and works collaboratively with Student Engagement units across the Division Student
Affairs.

ADMINISTRATIVE: Has administrative responsibilities for the development, facilitation and implementation of assigned
collateral areas to meet the educational, cultural, recreational and social needs of the residents with the assistance of the Assistant
Community Living Coordinator and Community Living Assistants. Plans, coordinates, and supervises the daily operation of the residence hall
including pre and post check-ins/check-outs in partnership with Housing Operations. Maintains regular office hours. Office hours are a
balance of regular working day responsibilities and evening responsibilities (meetings, attending community events, maintaining community
visibility, etc.). Regularly monitors facilities, furnishings and building equipment. Collaborates with maintenance and housekeeping to
assure that health and safety standards are met. Assists with recruitment, selection, placement, training, and evaluation of student
staff.

ON CALL/CONDUCT/CRISIS: Shares on call duty by rotating evenings, weekend and holidays that is set for each fall/spring
semesters with other live in-Residence Life staff positions who are required to be on call. Living in the residence halls is a condition of
employment and an essential factor in the Community Living Coordinator’s ability to perform his or her duties within the residence
communities and a collaborative programming partner across campus. The value of the room is not taxable income and is not subject to income
tax withholding, social security, medicare and FUTA taxes because the room is provided for convenience of University Housing and University.
Advises residents and staff on social, behavioral, and academic concerns & initiates appropriate referrals. Responsible, with the
assistance of staff members, for the security of the hall complex and the handling of emergencies (fire, accidents, security, etc.). Ensures
that rule interpretation and enforcement by resident staff is within basic guidelines set by the Housing Office. Assist in the adjudication
of policy violations. Informs and explains behavioral expectations to staff and students and influences the development of responsible
behavior. Confronts & discusses behavioral issues with students and identifies necessary changes. Provides support and referral to
students in crisis. Maintains collaborative relationships with offices outside housing that serve to meet student needs (Counselors, Care
Team, Title IX, Medical Services etc.). Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a
baccalaureate degree in psychology, social work, counseling and guidance, education, human resource management, business administration or
related field and 1 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for the management of student
residence halls or comparable group; or equivalent education/training or experience. Functional knowledge of principles, practices and
techniques in residence hall operations demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, terminology. Functional
knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and systems associated with housing &
residence halls. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly
occur in the area of housing and residence halls operations. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write
reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals. Demonstrated ability to operate a
personal computer and apply word processing software. Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which
provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. Considerable knowledge of post-secondary educational
institute and student housing/residential life policies and procedures. Knowledge of student activities programs. Ability to cooperatively
work with diverse cultures and backgrounds including various segments of the university, community organizations and residents. Knowledge of
group living needs, current student value systems and student personnel practices. Able to work independently, able to organize, set
priorities and make decisions under pressure.

Desirable Qualifications: Possession of masters degree in college
student personnel, higher education, counseling, or related fields and full-time or graduate residence life experience. Considerable
knowledge of post-secondary educational institute and student housing/residential life theories. Considerable knowledge of the University of
Hawaii and/or University of Hawaii System programs, policies, and goals. Considerable knowledge of native Hawaiian customs and culture.
Experience with Microsoft Windows or Apple applications.

Pay Range: PBA, minimum $3,907/month

To
Apply: For a complete description, application instructions and to submit an application, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu and search for #80602
or Community Living Coordinator. Please be sure to review the full job posting before applying. Failure to submit all required documents
shall deem an application to be incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Note: If you have not applied for a position
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Inquiries: Kaleb Matthews; [email protected]

Please refer to
position #80602 or Community Living Coordinator.when making inquiries.

Closing Date: Continuous, first review on or about January 10,
2024