What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Director (Women) position at Bryan College?
Position Summary
The Resident Director (RD) position is a live-in, 37-week, part-time (28 hours/week) position that is connected to the Office of Student Life. The RD reports directly to the Area Coordinator. The RD is responsible to direct and manage a positive living-learning environment that contributes to and enhances the academic, intellectual, interpersonal, physical and spiritual development of residential students, and assists with the operation of the Department of Student Life. Working directly with a team of student leaders (Resident Assistants – RAs), the RD will strive to integrate faith and relationship with Christ into the on-campus living environment with students, staff, faculty, and outside constituents.
The Resident Director exists to cultivate residential communities where students encounter Christ, develop meaningful relationships, and grow toward maturity. This role shapes the student experience by developing student leaders, fostering belonging, and creating environments where transformation happens.
This position requires an individual to live on campus and demonstrate a mature and continually growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated spiritual leadership aptitude and experience, superior judgment, a passion for the collegiate learning environment, the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision, and the understanding of current student issues, student disciplinary processes, and educational and social programming.
Due to the nature of a live-on-campus position, the following are included with employment: housing (partially furnished), cell phone stipend, meal plan, and graduate school tuition remission.
Living Arrangement
Due to the nature of a live-on-campus position, the following are included with employment: housing (partially furnished), cell phone stipend, and meal plan. After the RD’s first year, he/she has the option of staying in their housing over the summer. Non-returning RDs must be moved out of their housing by the end of May.
Reports to: Area Coordinator
Education Required
Develop Emerging Leaders
Invest in Resident Assistants through intentional mentorship, equipping them to lead with confidence and shepherd their residents well. This includes recruiting student leaders who embody Bryan’s mission, providing ongoing formation through weekly meetings and one-on-ones, and creating development opportunities that prepare them for service beyond college.
Cultivate Transformational Community
Partner with student leaders to build residential environments characterized by authentic relationships, mutual care, and spiritual growth. Navigate student concerns with grace and wisdom, treating conduct conversations as opportunities for restoration and learning.
Steward Resources and Operations
Manage the administrative and logistical elements of residential living—budgets, facilities, and systems—so that operational excellence supports the larger mission of student formation. Ensure residential spaces remain welcoming, functional, and conducive to community.
Collaborate Across Campus
Serve as a vital connector between Residence Life and broader campus initiatives, contributing to new student orientation, training programs, and other efforts that shape the student journey from arrival through graduation.
Character & Calling
The ideal candidate demonstrates a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, wholehearted alignment with our mission and standards, and the relational warmth to build trust with students, families, and colleagues. They bring integrity, self-direction, and the organizational skills necessary to steward both people and processes well.
Desired Qualities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals to perform the essential functions.
Other Information
The Resident Director (RD) position is a live-in, 37-week, part-time (28 hours/week) position that is connected to the Office of Student Life. The RD reports directly to the Area Coordinator. The RD is responsible to direct and manage a positive living-learning environment that contributes to and enhances the academic, intellectual, interpersonal, physical and spiritual development of residential students, and assists with the operation of the Department of Student Life. Working directly with a team of student leaders (Resident Assistants – RAs), the RD will strive to integrate faith and relationship with Christ into the on-campus living environment with students, staff, faculty, and outside constituents.
The Resident Director exists to cultivate residential communities where students encounter Christ, develop meaningful relationships, and grow toward maturity. This role shapes the student experience by developing student leaders, fostering belonging, and creating environments where transformation happens.
This position requires an individual to live on campus and demonstrate a mature and continually growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated spiritual leadership aptitude and experience, superior judgment, a passion for the collegiate learning environment, the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision, and the understanding of current student issues, student disciplinary processes, and educational and social programming.
Due to the nature of a live-on-campus position, the following are included with employment: housing (partially furnished), cell phone stipend, meal plan, and graduate school tuition remission.
Living Arrangement
Due to the nature of a live-on-campus position, the following are included with employment: housing (partially furnished), cell phone stipend, and meal plan. After the RD’s first year, he/she has the option of staying in their housing over the summer. Non-returning RDs must be moved out of their housing by the end of May.
Reports to: Area Coordinator
Education Required
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Develop Emerging Leaders
Invest in Resident Assistants through intentional mentorship, equipping them to lead with confidence and shepherd their residents well. This includes recruiting student leaders who embody Bryan’s mission, providing ongoing formation through weekly meetings and one-on-ones, and creating development opportunities that prepare them for service beyond college.
Cultivate Transformational Community
Partner with student leaders to build residential environments characterized by authentic relationships, mutual care, and spiritual growth. Navigate student concerns with grace and wisdom, treating conduct conversations as opportunities for restoration and learning.
Steward Resources and Operations
Manage the administrative and logistical elements of residential living—budgets, facilities, and systems—so that operational excellence supports the larger mission of student formation. Ensure residential spaces remain welcoming, functional, and conducive to community.
Collaborate Across Campus
Serve as a vital connector between Residence Life and broader campus initiatives, contributing to new student orientation, training programs, and other efforts that shape the student journey from arrival through graduation.
Character & Calling
The ideal candidate demonstrates a vibrant faith in Jesus Christ, wholehearted alignment with our mission and standards, and the relational warmth to build trust with students, families, and colleagues. They bring integrity, self-direction, and the organizational skills necessary to steward both people and processes well.
Desired Qualities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals to perform the essential functions.
Other Information
- Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be committed to serving Him and His church.
- Endorse without reservation our mission and standards of conduct.