Posting Number:
STA01371PO23
Job Family:
Residential Living
Job Function:
Residential Life
USC Market Title:
Residential Life Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/144588
Job Level:
P2 – Professional
Business Title (Internal Title):
Residence Life Coordinator
Campus:
Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department:
SAAS Residence Life Employees
State Pay Band:
5
Approved Starting Salary:
$41,258
Advertised Salary Range:
$41,258 – $46,000
Location of Vacancy:
Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Must be available to work outside of normal hours.
Basis :
12 months
Job Search Category:
Student Services
About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement:
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Advertised Job Summary:
Residence Life Coordinator
Look no further!The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is a full-time staff member of University Housing who is responsible for the quality of living in a designated residence hall(s) at the University of South Carolina.
Primary duties
Perks:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree
Valid Driver’s License required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
Prior residence hall experience preferred.
Teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong written and verbal skills are essential. Training/teaching abilities in a work setting. Exceptional skills in inter-personal relationships and a sincere concern for others. Able to organize and work with student groups, both formal and informal. Managerial skills, including the ability to organize and supervise staff. Ability to work with faculty, parents, and other staff. Able to pass required criminal background check.
Job Duty:
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of residential learning communities designed to enhance students’ academic progress, awareness of self, and awareness of their responsibilities to others. Be knowledgeable of USC academic structures and support systems and work with academic support services to provide effective delivery of services (academic advising, career exploration, tutoring, etc.). Facilitate working partnerships with campus partners to collaboratively lead each learning community. Coordinate Community Education Teams (CETs) involving students, a variety of departmental staff, faculty and academic staff to plan, implement and assess learning experiences for residential students. Provide leadership and direction for area staff in related program development and program evaluation. Develop an understanding of the Common Courses program and provide guidance for its implementation in the hall, particularly in terms of integration with other educational efforts of the CET and integrating each cluster of residents into the larger residential environment. Advise individual residents on personal, academic, and social matters, and assist students in resolving issues that may impede their academic success. Maintain a continual awareness of resident concerns through regular student contact. Promote and ensure that student staff Resident Mentors (RMs) develop personal one-on-one relationships with residents through frequent individual meetings. Support, interpret, implement, and enforce University and departmental policies and procedures. Serve as a housing hearing officer for alleged policy violations. Conduct interviews and hearings with charged students, issue sanctions, and administer referrals. When appropriate, work with the University Police Department, Counseling Center, and other agencies on immediate response to incidents in hall. Follow-up with individual students and the community as appropriate.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
30
Job Duty:
Community Enhancement:
Create and implement inclusive, supportive communities that foster and enhance students’ learning, development and academic success. Promote diverse and appropriate developmental activities to meet the needs of residents through community introduction, interaction, involvement, influence, investment, and identity. Provide leadership and direction for hall staff in related program development and assessment of whether efforts effectively contributed to students’ learning and growth . Promote study group formation and similar strategies in accordance with initiatives designed by Residential Learning Initiatives and the Academic Centers for Excellence. Advise hall government, floor governments, and student groups in the residence hall(s) to develop and maintain effective community governance and to foster leadership opportunities for the greatest number of students. Contribute to the effectiveness of the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) by promoting resident participation in sponsored activities. Advise CET and community leadership in conducting discussions on damages and vandalism. Be visible on floors talking informally with residents about academic, personal or community success/issues/concerns. Serve on the professional staff duty rotation. Liaison with other Student Affairs and Academic Support services and individuals.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
30
Job Duty:
Supervision:
Responsible for the recruitment, selection, and evaluation process for Resident Mentors and Conference Assistants (CAs) to meet the needs of each learning community. Facilitate and participate in departmental training programs and provide for the on-going training of RMs/CAs through planned departmental and in-house staff activities and through daily supervision. Instruct a one-hour Resident Mentor course. Supervise RMs/CAs in the performance of their responsibilities through regular individual contact, through conducting weekly staff integration in Community Education Teams(s), and through on-going evaluation of their performance. Supervise office Desk Assistants (DAs). Supervise break housing (Fall, Winter, and Spring Break) staff in assigned building/area. Supervise summer RMs/CAs in completing duties related to summer conference programs. Supervise Office Assistants. May include: 15-27 Resident Mentors, Conference Assistants, 15-40 Desk and Office staff, Graduate Assistant(s).
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
25
Job Duty:
Administrative and Building/Area Management:
Coordinate the thorough, timely and accurate completion of all reports and other administrative functions per departmental standard operating procedures. Support area and departmental staff in monitoring and administering resident occupancy, desk operations and general office procedures and systems. Maintain regular/scheduled office hours. Serve as an advocate for quality management of residence hall facilities by reporting maintenance issues to facilities staff. Assist with design and implementation of residence hall/area and departmental assessment initiatives. Maintain effective desk operations through the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of desk staff. Coordinate and conduct health and safety inspections. Facilitate the opening and closing of the residence hall(s). Accountable for the management of hall government budget(s) and learning community budget(s). Coordinate summer conference/summer school activities and services in assigned area. Coordinate break housing services for assigned area. Support the Admissions Office, Visitor Relations, academic units, University Housing Marketing and Communications Office and Residential Learning Initiatives in recruitment initiatives. Serve in the capacity of the Assistant Director when so designated.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage of Time:
10
Job Duty:
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor, including, but not limited to, administrative projects and team assignments. Serve on departmental and division teams and committees as assigned.
Essential Function:
No
Percentage of Time:
5
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:
No
Hazardous weather category:
Essential
Number of Vacancies:
1
Desired Start Date:
12/01/2023
Job Open Date:
11/14/2023
Job Close Date:
03/01/2024
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions to Applicant:
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 1, 2024.Quicklink for Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/158396
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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