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Willamette University seeks candidates for the full time, live-in, position of Area Coordinator for Residence Life. Area Coordinator will be responsible for the overall operation of four to six residence halls or apartment buildings (280-370 students). This person will 1) provide direction to build communities that are culturally rich, socially robust, inclusive, and respectful of diversity; 2) assist in the development of residential procedures and programs that support the mission of a liberal arts education; and 3) assist in planning and implementing a smooth transition from a conventional residence hall model to a residential commons/colleges model. One Area Coordinator administers the housing portion of the men's fraternity system.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions which, are not listed in any particular order of importance or significance:

Community Development
1. Provides leadership for staff and students in developing communities which:
a. promote a sense of ownership and responsibility among residents,
b. support students' personal, academic, and social development,
c. respect the rights of others and promote multicultural understanding and consideration of individual needs in a group living environment,
d. promote responsible citizenship and development of leadership and personal life skills.

2. Maintains visibility in the community by regularly interacting with residents, attending programs, visiting staff and residents in their rooms, and eating meals in the campus dining facility, etc.

3. Advises one to three hall councils and assists in the development of the concepts of self-governance and community participation. Meets regularly with student leaders.

Supervision
1. Supervises six to nine Resident Assistants and indirectly assists in supervising the remaining Residence Life student staff. Meets weekly with complex staff as a group and at least bi-weekly with individual staff members. Provides on-going feedback to the staff he/she directly supervises.

2. Provides the resources, guidance, and support necessary for staff to be successful in their positions. Provides for on-going staff development opportunities for staff.

3. Establish a sense of unity and teamwork among the staff members. Provides team-building opportunities to promote good staff relations.

4. Confronts inadequate performance and, when necessary, terminates the employment of any staff member he/she supervises (in cooperation with the Associate Director of Residence Life.)

Programming
1. Along with residents and other staff, develops and implements regular educational, social, and recreational programs and activities. Promotes student-faculty contacts. Coordinates the programming within the complex.

2. Supports staff in programming efforts through training, attendance, resources, and guidance.

Counseling and Referral of Students
1. Be available, approachable and responsive to students. Counsels and refers individual students and groups regarding personal and academic needs and University/Residence Life procedures.

2. Mediates conflicts between students or staff as necessary.

Student Conduct
1. Promotes student rights and responsibilities through the fair and consistent administration of the University code of conduct, policies, and procedures.

2. Serves as Hearing officer for assigned area. Includes conducting Administrative Hearings and writing related conduct letters. May also include advising a judicial board.

3. Oversees student staff responsibilities in communication of community expectations of students and response to behavioral issues.

General Program Administration
1. Participates in the design of and transition to a new structure involving residential commons complexes with live-in faculty, graduated housing options and high levels of self-governance and programmatic autonomy.

2. Communicates departmental needs and instructions to staff and students. Solicits staff and student input in decision making, as appropriate. Facilitates effective communication between all staff and students.

3. Keeps supervisor informed regarding hall activities, staff efforts, and student concerns. Updates staff on administrative issues that are relevant to residents - safety, assignments, maintenance, housekeeping, etc.

4. Shares responsibility with other live-in administrative staff for responding to medical, safety, and security emergency needs and to students experiencing personal crises after hours. Works with and refers to appropriate campus services. Along with other live-in administrative staff, provides on-call coverage when any residential facility is occupied.

5. Executes assigned administrative tasks thoroughly and promptly.

6. Coordinates area staff efforts to achieve departmental goals and administrative tasks in a timely manner.

7. Maintains harmonious working relationships with students, faculty and other University staff.

8. Implements procedures outlined in Residence Life staff manual. Along with other professional staff, updates the manual.

9. Attends weekly staff meetings with other Residence Life professional staff. Meets weekly with supervisor.

10. Effectively manages financial accounts. Disperses departmental monies responsibly and prudently.

11. Safeguards the confidentiality of discussions with students and of departmental administration by exercising discretion in communication and handling of all confidential information and materials.

Additional Responsibilities of the Area Coordinator for Fraternities
1. Administer the housing portion of the men's fraternity system (four fraternity houses, total capacity of 128 men). Supervise four undergraduate or graduate students who serve as live-in staff.

Qualification Standards

1. Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree in Student Personnel or related discipline is preferred.

2. One year of residential staff experience is required; two years residential staff experience is preferred. Experience with residential commons/colleges is preferred.

3. Possess a sound background in student/human development theory. Ability to articulate philosophy of Residence Life programs. Committed to expanding knowledge and understanding of student development and social awareness issues (e.g. alcohol and other drugs, sexual harassment and assault, gender issues, international and multicultural issues, eating disorders, mental health, etc.)

4. Ability to communicate effectively in English. Ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely. Ability to model open, direct, and honest communication. Possess well-developed assertion and confrontation skills.

5. Possess interpersonal and counseling skills. Possess excellent basic helping skills and displays empathy and regard for other's concerns. Ability to demonstrate sensitively to the diversity of individuals' needs, backgrounds, life and work styles. Ability to practice a developmental approach to behavioral problems. Ability to develop strong rapport.

6. Ability to successfully facilitate student groups of various sizes. Teach students and staff skills necessary to be effective leaders. Provides guidance to group leaders and coordinates efforts of group's members. Generates enthusiasm and motivates members to achieve group goals. Encourages and considers different points of view.

7. Ability to develop and maintain a staff team. Ability to coordinate staff efforts so that departmental goals are met efficiently. Ability to motivate staff members to excel in their job responsibilities. Ability to provide support while holding staff accountable.

8. Ability to function competently under pressure and effectively diffuses crisis situations. Ability to demonstrate sound judgment.

9. Ability to manage time and tasks to accomplish responsibilities in a timely manner. Ability to work independently as well as accept direction.

10. Ability to advise students in programming and present needed recreational, social or educational programs. Ability to be an effective designer and presenter of programs.

11. Ability to execute the physical activities required to perform the responsibilities including, but not limited to, regular standing, sitting, and being mobile; continual talking and hearing in person and on the phone; and all other activities required to perform the essential functions.

12. Desirable training in any specialized areas pertinent to higher education (e.g. leadership development, alcohol education, multicultural education, community service, counseling, etc.). Knowledge and/or experience working with Greek organizations. Knowledge and/or experience with Greek organizations and international students (especially with the Japanese culture and language).

13. This position is subject to a criminal conviction record check.

Compensation:

$28,400 annual salary, apartment, meal plan, and full benefits.

Application Packet

All application materials must include the following information:

• Administrative/Professional Application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Contact information for three professional references
  

  Administrative/Professional Staff Employment Application Form in Adobe PDF format

  Administrative/Professional Staff Employment Application Form in Word DOC format

How to Apply

Only complete packets will be reviewed by the screening committee. It is important that your application clearly indicate that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please include enough relevant training and experience to demonstrate that you possess the minimum qualifications.

Application material may be submitted in person, mailed, or faxed and must be received by the application deadline.

Application Deadline

Screening will begin March 31, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Desired start date is June 1, 2008.. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department.

*Our office hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.