Job Details

Resident Director

Position Number: 7336330
Location: Wahpeton, ND
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Resident Director

LOCATION: NDSCS – Wahpeton, North Dakota

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: 12-month, full-time, benefitted, live-in position

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone eligible to work in the United States

JOB SUMMARY: The Resident Director (RD) is a pivotal member of the residential life team, responsible for creating a supportive, welcoming, and engaging living-learning environment for students. The RD oversees the daily operations of multiple residential halls, fostering a sense of community and enhancing the student experience through effective leadership, programming, and support services. This is a year-round, live-in position that supervises 12-15 Resident Assistants/Apartment Managers.

Benefits

SALARY: $37,500 - $40,000, commensurate with education and experience

BENEFITS: NDSCS offers a comprehensive benefits package with an estimated value of over $30,000. The package includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the College - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following the date of hire. Other benefits include basic life insurance, annual paid and sick leave, retirement plan, tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, and employee assistance program. Optional benefits include life, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plan.

Minimum Requirements
Must support the mission, vision, and values of NDSCS
Associate's degree or two years' related experience
Ability to lead, mentor, and supervise student staff, model professionalism and ethical behavior
Skilled in building inclusive communities and facilitating educational programming
Ready to take on responsibilities including managing emergencies, resolving conflicts, and applying conduct and behavioral protocols
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong communication skills
Organized and detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or graduate coursework in student affairs, education, psychology or related field
Experience in residential life, counseling, or teaching
Student leadership and development experience
Conflict resolution and mediation experience

Additional Information

DATE AVAILABLE: As arranged

SCREENING BEGINS: Immediately – for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible.

BACKGROUND CHECK: NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to anofficial offer of the position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: To be considered, interested candidates must submit anNDSCS employment application. A resume and cover letter may also be required in certain positions. Official transcripts must be made available upon request. Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be invited for a personal interview. The submission of all required materials by the screening date is the responsibility of the applicant.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and followsNDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted.

OPEN RECORDS: Pursuant to N.D.C.C. Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours. NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 orNDSCS.HR@ndscs.edu

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employer's premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business related interests of the employer.

To apply, visit: https://prd.hcm.ndus.edu/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=2959488&PostingSeq=1