POSITION: Resident Director

LOCATION: NDSCS – Wahpeton, North Dakota

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full-time, 12-month, live-in, benefited position

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone eligible to work in the United States

JOB SUMMARY: The Resident Director is a live-in position responsible for the operation of multiple residential halls, housing between 400-550 students. The Resident Director will supervise ~15 Resident Assistants/Apartment Managers. This position requires the Resident Director to live in their on-campus apartment year-round.

This position is charged with shaping the environment and the experiences of residential students by providing support and programs focused on the Residential Life Curriculum. This position reports to the Director for Student and Residential Life.

Benefits

NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program. Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Additional Resident Director benefits include:

• Pet-friendly, two-bedroom, on-campus apartment provided, all utilities included.
• Dining plan

SALARY: $37,500 - $40,000, commensurate with education and experience

Required Competencies

• Must support the mission, vision, and values of NDSCS
• Associate’s degree or two years of experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated initiative.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong commitment to student learning and development.
• Commitment to delivering world-class customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability and willingness to assume shared responsibility for campus-wide on-call duty rotation (including some weekends) and respond to crisis and emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or graduate coursework in student affairs, education, or related field.
• Experience in residential life, counseling, teaching, or living/learning environments.
• Experience supervising and training student staff.
• Experience with student conduct.

DATE AVAILABLE: As arranged

SCREENING BEGINS: Immediately – for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.

BACKGROUND CHECK: NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to an official offer of the position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: To be considered, interested candidates must submit an NDSCS employment application. A resume and cover letter may also be required in certain positions. Official transcripts must be made available upon request. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed as this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be invited for a personal interview. The submission of all required materials by the screening date is the responsibility of the applicant.

NDSCS employment application and questionnaire are available at: https://www.ndscs.edu/join-our-team.

Additional Information

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.

OPEN RECORDS: Pursuant to N.D.C.C. Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours. NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or NDSCS.HR@ndscs.edu

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employer’s premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business-related interests of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,500.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Wahpeton, ND: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person