Job title: Coordinator of Residence Life and Off-Campus Housing
Reports to: Senior Associate Dean of Student Services
Department: Student Services
Status: Full-time; Permanent; Exempt
Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean of Student Services, the Coordinator of Residence Life and Off-Campus Housing provides coordination and leadership for residential programs and services that support students living in Lenfest Hall and off-campus. The Office of Residence Life provides a broad range of student development functions to create safe, supportive, and inclusive living environments that engage students in furthering their success, personal growth, leadership development, and commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.
This position is responsible for residential student conduct, the selection, ongoing training, and assessment of resident coordinators (RCs) in conjunction with the Senior Associate Dean of Student Services, resident programming, budget oversight, and the establishment of structures, policies, and basic operations for the department. Curtis acknowledges the unique set of responsibilities and time commitment for this position. The position requires a living presence in Lenfest Hall and must serve as part of the on-call staff for emergencies and crisis response.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide coordination and direction for the Office of Residence Life
Respond to crisis and critical incidents as needed; serve on a 24/7 crisis response team
Promote cultural awareness and engage a diverse student body
Counsel students as needed and mediate student issues and conflicts
Develop, implement, and execute programs and policies which encourage a safe, healthy, and positive student experience
Oversee departmental budget and monitor spending for all staff members in residence life
Maintain residence life website and off-campus housing site
Develop, maintain, and communicate policies for the office of residence life; update residence life handbook as needed
Monitor current trends in residence life to determine potential application or impact to residence life and Curtis
Participates in and support campus-wide activities, programs, and traditions at Curtis
Serve as Campus Security Authority in compliance with the Jean Clery Act and a mandatory reporter for Title IX
Manage residential student behavior through adjudicating residence life policy violations, issue sanctions as needed in coordination with Senior Associate Dean of Student Services
Maintain residence life records and files
Supervise Resident Coordinators (RCs):
Supervise Resident Coordinators (RCs), hire, onboard, train, and evaluate performance
Conduct weekly RC meetings
Organize resident coordinator on-call duty schedule
Support and approve RC programming, encouraging events and activities that contribute to the social, academic and personal development of the student body in coordination with the Office of Student Life
Lenfest Hall Operations:
Manage and facilitate all residential/housing operations, including:
Opening and closing/move-in and move-out
Occupancy verification
Key distribution
Housing/room assignments, room changes
Guest accommodations
Management of the 5th Floor Lounge
Health & safety inspections
Damage billing
Student mail
Work in conjunction with facilities, security, housekeeping and dining regarding residential concerns, safety, repairs, dining concerns and issues, cleaning of residential areas, residential space improvements, and follow up on work orders and maintenance issues
Off-Campus Housing Operations:
Meet with realtors and property managers to review and secure locations for students
Coordinate and support transition with students and parents between on-campus and off-campus housing
Assist parents and students under 17 to identify and secure off-campus housing as needed
Maintain/update off-campus housing website
Coordinate housing and support for Summer Programs
Additional Responsibilities:
Serve on institutional committees, as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
Curtis welcomes applications from people with a wide variety of experience and backgrounds, who are eager to work hard, learn, and contribute.
Education/Experience:
A minimum of two years of experience in a college or university residence life setting
Knowledge of and experience with crisis management, emergency response, conduct and student mediation
Experience working with, advising, and supporting diverse student populations
Background in or deep understanding of the performing arts preferred
Required Core Values:
The ideal candidate must exhibit:
A positive, "can-do" attitude.
Devotion and dedication to Curtis, its students, alumni, and parents.
Passion for their work, and contribution to the field of classical music and greater good.
Commitment and accountability for their work, and their ability to effect change.
Desire and willingness to collaborate, think creatively, and make data-driven decisions.
Respect, courtesy, and patience for colleagues, other staff, faculty, patrons, core constituents, and volunteers.
An eagerness to make Curtis a more diverse and inclusive institution.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
Routine for office environment?
Night and weekend work required
This is an onsite position in Philadelphia, PA
Position is residential and housing on campus is provided
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the Curtis Institute of Music and all new hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work.
The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check and obtain PA Act 153 clearances.
Compensation and Benefits:
Gross annual salary for this position is $50,000 - 55,000, commensurate with experience
On-campus housing is provided with this position
The Curtis Institute of Music offers a number of perks for full-time staff including free meals on campus during the academic year, a wellness stipend, and mass transit support with employer-sponsored, all-access SEPTA Key Advantage program enrollment
This position is benefits eligible. Curtis offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including health, dental, and vision insurance, basic term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, supplemental insurance options, and paid parental leave
401k plan participation after 1 year of eligible service consistent with the plan requirements
To Apply:
For best consideration, interested and qualified applicants should electronically submit a cover letter, resume, three (3) professional references, and salary requirements to: human.resources@curtis.edu
Application deadline: January 24, 2025
Curtis offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. Hire is contingent upon the successful passing of PA Act 153 and criminal (ADP) background screenings. No phone calls, please. EOE. URL: https://www.curtis.edu