C25-022 Assistant to the Director/Residence Hall Director (201439)

Administrator II
Office of Residence Life

Central Connecticut State University invites applications for the position of Assistant to the Director/ Residence Hall Director within the Office of Residence Life. We seek an empathetic and dynamic individual with a passion for student development and a demonstrated ability to foster inclusive residential communities at Central Connecticut State University.

About Central’s Residence Life

Central Connecticut State University's Residence Life Office is committed to providing a vibrant and supportive living environment for students on campus. With a focus on fostering community, personal growth, and academic success, the department offers a range of services and programs to enhance the residential experience. The Residence Life team works closely with students to create inclusive and engaging living-learning communities within the university's residence halls. Through various initiatives, such as themed housing options, leadership development opportunities, and social events, they aim to promote student involvement and connection. Additionally, the office prioritizes the safety and well-being of residents, providing resources and support for issues ranging from roommate conflicts to emergency preparedness. Resident assistants play a crucial role in this effort, serving as peer mentors and advocates for their fellow students. Central Connecticut State University's Residence Life Office strives to create an enriching and supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and personally during their time on campus.

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Position Profile

This is an entry level position having primary responsibility for assisting the Director of Residence Life. The Residence Hall Director is responsible for coordinating the educational, student development, and administrative aspects of a residence hall. The emphasis of this position is on establishing and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to personal growth and academic achievement while working cooperatively in the selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of student staff members.

This is a 10-month live-in position.

Residence Hall Directors are provided with a university-furnished apartment, where they are allowed to live with a pet, significant other, partner, or spouse, in accordance with state and university policies.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

Experience and Training:

Two (2) years of experience in the performance of college or university residence life and/or student affairs experience which equips the applicant to relate effectively to resident student and staff required.

Substitution Allowed: an advance degree in Counseling in Higher Education or Higher Education Administration may be substituted in lieu of experience.

Certifications and successful completion of training programs such as First Aid may be required prior to or during appointment.

These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternative experience.

Ideal Candidate

Master’s Degree from an accredited institution

To Apply

To begin the application process, electronically submit the following documents by April 8, 2025.

• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
• Current Résumé
• Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Ryan Baumann, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-1663 or baumannryf@ccsu.edu.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Assistant to the Director/ Residence Hall Director is compensated at the Administrator II salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement. For more information

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

Fringe benefits include: personal leave, sick leave, and vacation accruals; paid holidays; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western); Professional Development, as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

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As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.