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Residential Education

The Residential Education Specialist coordinates and supports the delivery of academic, educational, recreational, cultural, residential, social, and other cocurricular programs this position advises/counsels students and student organizations in the implementation and delivery of programs, events, activities and services

• Participate in the development, presentation, administration, planning, and evaluation of student programs and services
• Provide personal counseling and conflict mediation to students on a 24-hour as-needed basis; provide support and guidance for students on a variety of issues including roommate conflicts, personal treats/intimidation, alcohol or drug use/abuse, sexual assault, academic adjustment, personal development and peer interactions
• Conduct crisis intervention on matters related to threats, harassment, personal assault, sexual assault, serious personal injuries or illness, student death, fire or other safety emergency, and property damage
• Administer the student code of conduct to include hearing judicial cases
• Make referrals to University and community agencies as appropriate
• Organize, develop, implement, and administer social, educational, and service-learning programs/activities
• Plan and create student orientation fall/spring for campus population, recruiting events, and housing and or transfer programs
• Assist in the development of unit policies
• Recommend decisions related to various student services including housing, financial aid, health and wellness, career services, academic advising, judicial affairs, student leadership, diversity and equity, and religious services
• Serve as the building/unit liaison to various campus and University offices
• Provide information to students on available resources, including websites, newsletters, informational materials/brochures, annual or bi-annual reports, etc.
• Advise various student groups as assigned
• Supervise and train some student staff
• May teach relevant accredited courses
• May maintain budget, review and approve transactions
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity and sustainability

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 8
• Minimum – $51,000.00
• MidPoint – $62,500.00
• Maximum – $74,000.00