Job Description:
The Assistant Director of Residential Education position reports to the Associate Director of Residential Education and is responsible for advancing the residential experience for all on-campus students. With particular focus on living learning communities and themed housing, this is a highly visible position to the residential community and includes educational, supervisory and administrative functions that promote student engagement, operational excellence, academic success, personal development, and a strong sense of community. The Assistant Director of Residential Education role is a full-time, twelve-month, live-in professional position.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the day to day operations of all living learning communities and themed housing opportunities across the residential campus.
Identify additional opportunities to expand living learning communities and themed housing opportunities in partnership with the Director of Housing and Residential Education and the Associate Director of Residential Education.
In partnership with the Associate Director of Residential Education, ensure that a comprehensive assessment plan is implemented for all of the department’s efforts associated with themed housing and living learning communities.
Coordinate with relevant faculty representatives on out of classroom activities associated with living learning communities.
Serve as the lead staff member for all residential buildings that have themed housing and/or living learning communities, providing a high level of in person and visible presence for all students that live in these residential environments.
Supervise a team of Resident Directors that have living learning communities and/or themed housing opportunities in their residence halls.
Assist the Associate Director of Residential Education in the operational execution of the department’s efforts around curricular design.
Serve as a visible presence on campus, regularly attending student staff programs and college events.
Serve on-call and as a member of the Primary Response Team in a back-up capacity; provide appropriate follow up to student incidents; work in partnership with other on-call team members, including Public Safety and the Counseling Center in order to develop a support plan for students.
Serve as a student Conduct Hearing Officer for the entire student population as assigned by the Director of Community Standards; participate in regular meetings to discuss cases; adjudicate and sanction students in violation of college policies; and maintain timely and accurate judicial records.
Attend all departmental and divisional training sessions and workshops, as required.
Serve on Student Affairs division committees and represent the department through collaborative programs and events.
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree in Student Personnel, Counseling, Education or related field required.
Excellent administrative, as well as written and oral communication skills are required.
Strong organizational and record keeping skills.
Creativity, self-motivation, and ability to work in groups as well as independently strongly preferred.
Ability to manage projects, delegate tasks, and provide excellent customer service required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Un-furnished on-campus living space
Full meal plan for self and live-in spouse/partner
Pets negotiable depending on breed and size
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
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Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
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