What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Housing & Residential Life position at New College of Florida?
Description: The Director serves as a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team and oversees Housing and Residential Life. Housing plays an integral part in the New College student residential experience, and it serves as the central hub for where our student Live, Learn and Grow
An essential position within the division, in addition to being responsible for several professional, administrative, and student staff, the Director of Housing and Residential Life is also responsible for managing an approximately $2 million dollar budget.,Examples of Duties: Maintaining a comprehensive plan for residential life. Upholding residential objectives, policies, procedures, and standards for the Department within the overall mission and goals of the Division of Student Affairs and the College.
Supervises employees in the Department of Residential Life and Housing, including, Assistant Director of Housing Operations, and Area Coordinators.
Working collaboratively with General Counsel, implement the College Community Standards and initiatives to ensure New College of Florida remains compliant with applicable laws and liability issues in regards to housing operations
Providing leadership for crisis management situations (serves as one of the college’s Hurricane critical staff members) and collaborates with the Dean of Students and Director of Public Safety to create a response procedure and coordinate a response team who will deal with campus emergencies relating to students
Developing annual rent schedules making recommendations to the Administration
Preparing material to finance capital projects, including but not limited to renovations and new residential facilities. Administering comprehensive maintenance and custodial operation plans for the residential community
Works closely with the Director of Dining and Nutritional Services
Developing and implementing strategies to enhance staff effectiveness, teamwork, community, and professional development
Representing the department on College-wide committees as assigned
Works closely with Facilities while overseeing the Assistant Director of Housing Operations and those areas of assignments, key inventory, etc
This position will be responsible for adherence to FERPA and some private data and is considered a mandatory reporting position for Title IX
Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, and change management skills are required. Ability to synthesize complex and diverse information. Good understanding of automated systems and analytical reporting tools
Some evening and weekend work will be required
Other duties as assigned,Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree or experience at the Directors level in Student Affairs and five years of relevant experience,Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral Degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education and five years of relevant experience. Experience with the State University System (SUS); knowledge of Banner 9 software and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience with Erez Housing applications, Maxient Conduct Systems, and software
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Interpersonal Skills – This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse setting.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures. Articulates financial implications and realities.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives;
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Information Technology - Experience with and understanding of automated systems and analytical and reporting tools.
An essential position within the division, in addition to being responsible for several professional, administrative, and student staff, the Director of Housing and Residential Life is also responsible for managing an approximately $2 million dollar budget.,Examples of Duties: Maintaining a comprehensive plan for residential life. Upholding residential objectives, policies, procedures, and standards for the Department within the overall mission and goals of the Division of Student Affairs and the College.
Supervises employees in the Department of Residential Life and Housing, including, Assistant Director of Housing Operations, and Area Coordinators.
Working collaboratively with General Counsel, implement the College Community Standards and initiatives to ensure New College of Florida remains compliant with applicable laws and liability issues in regards to housing operations
Providing leadership for crisis management situations (serves as one of the college’s Hurricane critical staff members) and collaborates with the Dean of Students and Director of Public Safety to create a response procedure and coordinate a response team who will deal with campus emergencies relating to students
Developing annual rent schedules making recommendations to the Administration
Preparing material to finance capital projects, including but not limited to renovations and new residential facilities. Administering comprehensive maintenance and custodial operation plans for the residential community
Works closely with the Director of Dining and Nutritional Services
Developing and implementing strategies to enhance staff effectiveness, teamwork, community, and professional development
Representing the department on College-wide committees as assigned
Works closely with Facilities while overseeing the Assistant Director of Housing Operations and those areas of assignments, key inventory, etc
This position will be responsible for adherence to FERPA and some private data and is considered a mandatory reporting position for Title IX
Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, and change management skills are required. Ability to synthesize complex and diverse information. Good understanding of automated systems and analytical reporting tools
Some evening and weekend work will be required
Other duties as assigned,Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree or experience at the Directors level in Student Affairs and five years of relevant experience,Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral Degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education and five years of relevant experience. Experience with the State University System (SUS); knowledge of Banner 9 software and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience with Erez Housing applications, Maxient Conduct Systems, and software
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Interpersonal Skills – This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse setting.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures. Articulates financial implications and realities.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives;
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Information Technology - Experience with and understanding of automated systems and analytical and reporting tools.