What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residence Hall Director position at Mississippi Valley State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Residence Hall Director
Job Description
- Provide live-in supervision of residence hall facility, staff, and residential students.
- Maintain a safe and secure living environment for residential students, strictly monitor the hallways and exit doors of assigned residence halls.
- Maintain availability and accessibility to residents.
- Supervise and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and concerns of the students. coordinate production of Residential Life publications, (i.e., monthly calendar, handbook, oversee programs, assist with leadership.
- Development efforts (workshops, publications, retreats, etc.).
- Participate in long-range planning, policies development, be available for evenings, weekends, and special University Events as required.
- Advice residence hall councils, serve as a judicial hearing officer, investigate reports of misconduct and recommend appropriate disciplinary actions.
- Perform other administrative duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree; considerable experience in the area of Residential Life and Student Housing.
- Demonstrated experience in student organization leadership, student development, training, and leadership development.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty and administration, and the community. Sensitivity and commitment to working with a diverse population. Basic computer skills to include working with Microsoft Word and Excel, email, strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred, at least two years of related work experience
preferred.
preferred.
Physical Demands
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SF908P
Open Date
06/30/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation
- Cover Letter