Assistant Director for Residential Education

The Assistant Director (AD) for Residential Education reports to the Associate Director for Residential Education and is responsible for oversight and leadership of 2-4 residentially-based Learning Communities (LCs) that house between 1300 to 1900 students (roughly one-third of the on-campus population).

The responsibilities of this position include training, supervision, development, and evaluation of 2-3 frontline full-time professional staff members (including Area Coordinators and/or Residence Directors) and 1 Graduate Coordinator. As a member of the Residential Education Leadership Team, the AD is responsible for overseeing the administrative and management functions of their Campus Area, as well as assisting in the development of policies and procedures for the department. The AD supports the ACs/RD to establish Learning Communities that foster community and civic engagement, enhance learning, advance diversity and inclusion, and promote student health, engagement, and success.

This is a required live-on position.  Successful candidates will be subject to background check due to the live-in nature of this position. Non-standard work hours are required, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees.

Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s Degree is required in Higher Education and Student Affairs, Student Personnel, Counseling, Education, and related field, and at least 3-year full-time experience is required.

Desired Qualifications: Previous experience in residential life and/or learning communities is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who embrace the concepts of Restorative Practices and who have a demonstrated commitment to intercultural competency development and fostering a collaborative multicultural environment.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/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 category legally protected by federal or state law.