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University Of Denver Resident Director in Denver, Colorado
Student Affairs & Inclusive Excellence (SAIE) is the central student affairs division of the University of Denver.
SAIE supports students in their holistic development through advocacy, collaboration, and education, and we strive to be full partners in students' learning experience. SAIE values student centricity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaboration; adaptability; and accountability. The Division's strategic priorities are:
- Enrich the holistic student experience
- Elevate & Embed diversity, equity & inclusion
- Engage purposeful partnerships
- Enhance staff development, learning & wellbeing
- Enact sustainable practices & operations SAIE includes Housing and Residential Education; Student Engagement; Fraternity and Sorority Life; Health and Counseling Center; Inclusion & Equity Education; Disability Services Program; The Cultural Center; Access & Transitions; Learning Effectiveness Program; Veterans and Military Resources; Student Outreach and Support; Student Rights & Responsibilities; Budget, Operations, and Division Resources; New Student Programs; Parent & Family Engagement; and Community and Driscoll Common
The Housing and Residential Education (HRE) team at the University of Denver is committed to providing housing and support services for over 3,000 on-campus students. HRE strives to cultivate a community that not only encourages academic excellence and achievement but also nurtures personal growth and development, fosters a culture of respect and inclusivity, champions diversity, promotes community service, and fosters leadership among an engaged staff and student body.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to an Assistant Director, Community Director, or Associate Director for Residential Experiences, the Resident Director (RD) assumes leadership of their assigned areas, directly or indirectly supervising, training, and evaluating a team comprising 1-2 Graduate Resident Directors and 10-24 student staff. The RD is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of their residential community, implementation of HRE's Residential Education Model (REM), and nurturing a vibrant social environment that cultivates a sense of belonging, well-being, and safety among residents for their assigned residential community.
This position is a fractional (0.93FTE), 11-month, live-in role. Housing accommodations are provided, including weeks where this position may not perform job responsibilities.
Essential Functions
Leadership & Supervision
- Directly supervise, develop, and evaluate a team consisting of 1-2 Graduate Resident Directors and 10-24 student staff.
- Create and facilitate training and developmental opportunities for graduate and undergraduate student staff.
- Regularly provide formal and informal feedback regarding job performance.
- Establish and maintain a culture of accountability and professional & personal growth.
- Ensure that essential functions of their assigned residential community are maintained during periods of absence.
- Facilitate regular meetings and one-on-ones with their residential community team and direct reports.
Serve as primary contact for residents, parents and families, and campus partners for their residential community. Community Development & Student Leadership
Implement HRE's Residential Education Model (REM) for their residential community, including integration of DU's 4D Student Experience.
- In collaboration with key campus partners, facilitate co-curricular opportunities such as living and learning communities, affinity housing, or residential learning communities.
- Plan and support community-wide events for their residential community.
- Oversee advising of student leadership in assigned areas, such as Hall Council.
Regularly assess student experiences, engagement, and development for their residential community. Student Care & Conduct
Serve as an Administrator for the Office of Stud nt Rights & Responsibilities (SRR), investigating and adjudicating potential violations of the Honor Code or Community Standards.
- Serve as a Student Support Advocate for the Office of Student Care & Outreach (SOS), providing support for students with wellness or well-being needs.
Regularly review incident reports and referrals for their residential community and coordinate additional responses as necessary. On-Call
Serve on Administrator-on-Call (AOC) rotation, supporting critical incident and crisis response for the DU community.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for key campus partners and leadership in the event of a crisis or critical incident.
Provide consultation to student on-call staff. Departmental Initiatives & Special Projects
Support HRE's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including leading DEI initiatives for their residential community. Serve on 1-2 departmental standing committees, with the opportunity to serve on divisional or university committees/workgroups.
- Attend events and programs sponsored by HRE and/or SAIE that periodically