What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residence Hall Supervisor position at Freed-Hardeman University?
Description
Live in a dorm setting and supervise the male students of Farrow Hall. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining an approachable rapport with your students as well as providing and maintaining a framework of regulations and organized procedures within which the students will live. You will create an environment conducive to the fulfillment of those educational objectives for which Freed-Hardeman University exists.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.)
- Live in the residence hall (dorm) and interact with students daily.
- Supporting the department and college mission and vision.
- Supervising Resident Assistants.
- Reports policy violations to the Dean of Men/Women.
- Maintaining orderly living conditions for students.
- Building a rapport with students.
- Provides a list of needed supplies to the Student Services office manager.
- Providing a weekly report to supervisors.
- Working with students in developing communities conducive to high academic achievement.
- Following up with discipline issues in a timely manner as requested by the Dean of Men/Women.
- Executing emergency protocols, i.e.: fire drills, power outages, medical emergencies, etc. Educate residents about protocols.
- Communicating with Campus Maintenance on needs and preventative maintenance projects.
- Attends training, workshops, and meetings as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Directly supervises 3-4 employees in the Residence Assistant and staff assistants.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Freed-Hardeman University policies. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting in interviewing and hiring of employees.
- Assist in training of employees.
- Planning, assigning, and directing work.
- Appraising performance.
- Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Good interpersonal skills. Ability and willingness to be available at all times to deal with emergency situations.
Administrative Duties
- Housekeeping inspections.
- Keep the key and room inventories current.
- Notify room changes to the Housing Coordinator.
- Oversee nightly room checks, review curfew extensions, overnight permission, group permission, and sign-out entries.
Requirements
Competencies
- To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Possess a personality that inspires trust and respect.
- Strong personal integrity.
- Comprehensive knowledge of interpersonal relations and conflict management.
- First aid and CPR certified (provided after hire if not already certified).
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Solid organizational skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
Education and/or Experience
- Two to four years related experience and/or training.
- High school diploma.
Freed-Hardeman University is an academic community, associated with churches of Christ, which is dedicated to providing excellent undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The mission of Freed-Hardeman University is to help students develop their God-given talents for His glory by empowering them with an education that integrates Christian faith, scholarship, and service.
Pursuant to this mission and Section 703(e)(2) of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Freed-Hardeman University exercises a preference for applicants active within the churches of Christ. Freed-Hardeman University complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service in the administration of its employment practices.