Lead Coordinator for Housing and Student Activities

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Lead Coordinator for Housing and Student Activities

Position Number
E99413

Division
Student Affairs

Department
Student Housing

Job Description

This position is responsible for aiding the Director in management of College Crossing Apartments as well as student activities that serve the campus community. The main responsibilities of this position include occupancy management, the facilitation of student development through individual student interactions, building residence hall community, disciplinary facilitation, staff training, intramural sports, recreational events, and student programming. The coordinator supervises resident assistants and desk workers.

Live-in position, responsible for the supervision and daily operation of one residence hall (College Crossing Apartments).

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following functions:

Housing:

Supervision

1. Supervise day-to-day operation of the residence hall and facility up-keep

• Review and report all requests for maintenance, keys, equipment, damages, etc.
• Conduct building safety checks through daily walkthroughs and report anything that is damaged or needs attention.
• Address issues concerning the residence hall facility and compile reports
• This position will serve as a liaison between the Director of Housing and Student Activities and the other Hall Directors when needed.

2. Supervise six Resident Assistants (RAs/assistantship position) and a number of residence hall desk workers (work-study position)

• Provide resources, training, guidance, support, and ongoing staff development opportunities necessary for staff to be successful and effective
• Communicate all relevant information between department administration and residence hall staff
• Collect, review, and submit staff reports to the Housing Director in a timely manner

Create schedules with residence hall staff (RA's and work study positions)

• Approve staff schedules/work hours and verify accuracy of timesheets
• Meet with staff twice a month to conduct check-ins and provide support.
• Coordinate with Housing Staff to plan and execute at least 2 events per semester for the residence hall.
• Meet with staff as necessary and confront inadequate job performance, when needed, and terminate employment/revoke scholarships in cooperation with the Housing Director

3. Supervise resident behavior and compliance with policies and procedures as stated in the Student Handbook

• Conduct room inspections routinely as scheduled (bi-weekly) and randomly as needed
• Enforce all rules and regulations stated in the Student Handbook while promoting resident rights and responsibilities through fair and consistent administration
• Help resident Assistants to create GroupMes for each hall within the Residence Hall for more streamlined communication.
• Notify residents of any changes in policy, important dates, and reminders. Communicate this via distributing flyers, residence hall GroupMes, emails, and submitted text requests.
• Report all incidents, disturbances, and violations to MCC Campus Police and the Housing Director (Violations with a fine should always be accompanied by a Violation form notifying the student, Housing Director, and Business Office of charges).
• Participate in the disciplinary process when necessary

Counseling and Referral

1. Be available, approachable, and responsive to all residents.

• Clearly communicate availability, work email, work phone, and the on-call phone.

1. Refer residents to appropriate school departments or outside professional services regarding personal or academic needs.
2. Mediate conflicts and address issues between residents, roommates, staff, and/or guests when necessary.

Community Development

1. Provides leadership for residents and residence hall staff in developing a community environment that promotes and supports the following:

• Safety and security
• Responsibility and accountability for actions
• Students' personal, academic and social development
• Respect for the rights of others, multicultural diversity, understanding and consideration of individual needs in a group living environment

2. Maintain visibility and accessibility to residents with participation in Student Activities Events

• Attend, promote and encourage participation in school functions
• Make regular rounds through the residence hall at least once daily

3. Develop, coordinate, and implement social programming within the residence hall

• Host at least 2 events per semester for the residence hall

General Department Administration

1. Communicate information to and from department and housing residents

• Inform Housing Director of hall activities, staff efforts, facility needs, resident concerns, and all issues relevant for effective and efficient administration
• Keep residents and hall staff informed of all relevant housing matters and instructions
• Keep administration informed with written, thorough, detailed reports and residents informed by posted notices, distributed memos, residence hall meetings, individual letters, or other necessary means
• Keep all Resident Assistants trained and prepared to help facilitate for any emergency situation (fire, weather, active shooter, etc.)
• Keep all residents informed and prepared for any emergency situation (fire, weather, active shooter, etc.)

2 Attend all required meetings, training/professional development sessions, school functions, and actively participate in committees as needed

• Attend bi-weekly administrative staff meetings; hold bi-weekly residence hall staff meetings (meetings may occur more often or on an individual basis as needed)
• Attend training/professional development when available and offered
• Take part in and contribute to assigned and/or volunteer committees

3. Share responsibility with other live-in administrative staff (Hall Directors) for responding to:

• Medical, safety, and security emergency needs
• Residents experiencing personal crises after hours
• Severe weather situations by monitoring, seeking shelter, evacuating and taking any other proper action

1. Be active in the planning and execution of all Move In and Move Out Days/procedures

• Coordinate with cleaning and maintenance facilities to ensure proper preparedness of residents for rooms.
• Train all residential staff on procedures for Move In Day, Move Out Day, and any days throughout the semester where residents may have to move in or move out due to unforeseen reasons.
• Attend all meetings regarding preparation for Move In Day and Move Out day before and after all breaks.

1. This must reside on campus and be available to hall residents during their weekly shifts and after hours as prescribed by their schedules. The director will also be on a 3-week rotation of having an "on-call" weekend for Housing where the director must remain in a 30-mile radius of Meridian Community College to assist residents with any needs over the weekend. For this reason and the hours worked, the director will receive housing and meals as a benefit.

• Effective communication by maintaining harmonious working relationships with residents and other college staff
• Execute and follow-up of assigned administrative tasks

1. Report any recommendations to change in policy to the Housing Director

• Design and conduct regularly scheduled emergency/safety drills
• Ensure every resident has signed and agreed to the Housing Contract and understands the policies, procedures, and rules that are in place.
• Ensure compliance, review, and submit suggestions for revision of the rules and regulations

1. Safeguard the confidentiality of all discussions, decisions, information, materials, and communication with residents/students and of departmental administrative staff by exercising absolute discretion in the handling of housing issues and school matters.

Student Activities

• Plan, develop, and execute a comprehensive calendar of student activities, programs, and campus events throughout the academic year
• Coordinate all logistics related to student activities including scheduling, reservations, contracts, setup, staffing, and event breakdown
• Create engaging programming designed to increase student involvement, campus spirit, and student engagement
• Collaborate with campus departments, student organizations, faculty, staff, and outside vendors to support successful programming
• Oversee event timelines and ensure all programming is completed in an organized and timely manner
• Develop creative themes, initiatives, and campus traditions that enhance the student experience
• Supervise and coordinate student workers, volunteers, or event staff assisting with campus programming
• Assess program effectiveness and student participation to improve future events and activities
• Ensure all events comply with campus policies, safety guidelines, and institutional procedures
• Support leadership development opportunities for students through involvement in campus activities and organizations
• Assist with large-scale campus initiatives, special events, orientation programming, and community engagement projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in student housing, residence life, student affairs, or event coordination within a higher education setting is strongly preferred, particularly in roles involving direct student support, administrative coordination, and program development.

Physical Demands

Salary/Salary Range

Posting Detail Information

Vacancy Number
23-26

Posting Number
13321

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
06/15/2026

Position End Date (if applicable)

Job Open Date
05/19/2026

Job Close Date
05/29/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Contract Length
12 month

Special Instructions to Applicants

College transcripts are required to complete the application process. You may submit unofficial transcripts for the interview process. Letters of recommendation are optional to submit with your application; however, if you do not submit 2 letters of recommendation or have 2 responses received from the listed references, your application is not complete and will not be considered.

Advertising Summary

Meridian Community College has an open position for a Lead Coordinator for Housing and Student Activities. The applicant needs to possess teamwork, interpersonal communication, confidentiality, and customer service skills. They would also need to be comfortable with the use of computers/technology, in addition to being able to work well with faculty, staff, students, and community members.

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