What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Coordinator position at Alvernia University?
Job Summary:
Situated within the Office of Residence Life (ORL), the Area Coordinator (AC) role is responsible for fostering a vibrant, safe, and inclusive residential community that supports student success, personal development, and engagement on campus. This position aims to provide a residential environment that supports student development and the mission of the university.
The Area Coordinator reports to the Director of Residence Life. Position is a 40 plus hour/week live-in position, including a University assigned meal plan during the academic year, with rotating on call/after-hours responsibilities.
Essential Functions:
- Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.
- Work with the Executive Director of Residence Life & Housing, the Assistant Director of Housing, the Resident Assistant (RA) staff, Community Standards, and Public Safety teams to develop a residential environment that supports the academic mission of the University and that balances the need for sleep, study, and community development.
- Supervise and evaluate student Resident Assistant staff.
- Conduct bi-weekly RA staff meetings and bi-weekly individual Resident Assistant one-on-one meetings.
- Serve as a Community Standards Conference Officer when necessary.
- Serve as the first level of response for on-call RA’s during and after business hours. It is available for coverage during break and holiday periods as needed.
- With the Executive Director of Residence Life/Assistant Director of Housing, plays an active role in the development, coordination, and implementation of RA training and RA selection processes.
- Assist the Executive Director/Assistant Director with the implementation of housing processes, such as residence hall marketing, room selection, and new student assignments.
- Assist with all major ORL & University Life programming efforts.
- Assist the Executive Director/Assistant Director with building operations of residential facilities including opening and closing of the halls.
- Develop proficiency and maintain skills in using eRezLife and other platforms as needed.
- This position is part of the “essential personnel” required to be on campus in the event of any campus emergency/shut down situations (e.g., weather, pandemic, etc.).
Additional Responsibilities:
- Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director/Assistant Director.
- Serves on university-wide committees as assigned.
Qualifications/Education:
- Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s/Certification in Higher Education preferred.
- Previous experience as a Resident Assistant strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication, judgment, and leadership skills required.
Physical Requirements:
- Attendance is required in order to perform the duties of this job.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Employee Benefits:
Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:
- Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
- Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
- Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You will get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
- Time Off & Flexibility: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year and the possibility of flexible or hybrid work options for many roles.
- Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
- On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.
- Employee Meal Plan: This plan provides convenient, flexible dining options on campus at a reduced cost.