Join our Talent Network for Resident Directors🔍Vice Provost for Student Affairs, Stanford, California, United States📁Student Services📅Sep 13, 2024 Post Date📅104593 Requisition #Are you passionate about student development and creating vibrant campus communities? We're on the lookout for dedicated professionals like you to join our talent network for Resident Directors.By becoming a member of our talent network, you'll be among the first to hear about upcoming opportunities, both full-time and fixed-term, at Stanford University. You'll also gain access to exclusive resources, networking events, and professional development opportunities tailored to your interests and career goals.To join the talent network for Resident Directors, please fill out this online application, submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining why you'd like to be a Resident Director at Stanford and how your work experience and qualifications translate into this position.
Why be a Resident Director at Stanford?
Personal Fulfillment and Impact: As an RD, you'll live on campus among students, be deeply involved in the residential community, and act as mentor and guide for both students and residential staff. You'll play a critical role in fostering a sense of belonging and supporting students through personal and academic challenges, ultimately making a lasting impact on students' lives.
Professional Development: Stanford provides ongoing training and professional growth opportunities for RDs through various programs. This includes leadership training, crisis management, and workshops that enhance your supervisory and administrative skills. The university also supports RDs in career advancement, offering resources for skill development and networking within the higher education field.
Comprehensive Support: RDs are encouraged to participate in wellness programs and access mental health resources to manage their roles effectively. Additionally, the neighborhood structure ensures RDs have the backing they need to focus on creating a positive and inclusive living environment for students.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage residential programs with minimal supervision, ensuring policies and procedures are upheld while providing critical support to students.Engage directly with students through visible presence in residential neighborhoods, fostering connections and supporting their intellectual and personal growth.Collaborate with Residential Education staff and other departments to create integrated learning experiences within student residences.Serve as a first responder in student crises, providing crucial support and navigating campus resources effectively.Mentor and guide students and staff, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.Analyze and assess program effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements that enhance the student experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.Capacity for addressing campus safety, emergency response, mental health, case management, and student conduct.Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a proven ability to work with diverse populationsStrong communication, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Working Conditions:
University on-campus housing is provided with this position; residing on campus is a condition of employment.This position is designated as an on-site role requiring presence in assigned work locations Monday through Friday.Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed and as assigned in on-call rotation.
Please note that this posting is an abbreviated description of responsibilities and qualifications. You can find a more detailed job description here. The expected pay range for this position is $69,100 to $96,000 per annum. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.Additional Information