Job Description
Application Process
This position is open unt il filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Friday, July 12th.
Please review the positi on description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Residential Education and Campus Housing (REACH), the Associate Director of Residential Education provides leadership, guidance, and daily oversight of Residential Life Programs, a component of Residential Education and Campus Housing (REACH) within Student Affairs, and supervises staff and student personnel. The incumbent oversees daily management of the central department office and represents the department in the Director's absence. The incumbent manages the recruitment, hiring, training, and performance management of the Area Coordinator positions and student employees including recruitment, hiring, and training for the RA, TLA, and Sustainability Coordinator positions. In conjunction with the Director of REACH, the incumbent assists in the creation and management of the budget for the department, along with all marketing needs. The incumbent is responsible for developing and recommending courses of action and implementing proposed solutions, utilizing a combination of high-level analytical, interpersonal and leadership skills to address problems and projects through all stages. The incumbent also acts as a liaison between the department, students and larger university community regarding student employees within REACH.
Key Qualifications
This position requires seven to ten years of experience in Residential Life and Housing, along with five years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Ten years’ experience highly preferred. Master’s degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Student Affairs experience highly preferred. Experience with leadership development as well as is required. Advanced proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of OrgSync and PeopleSoft preferred.
The successful candidate should possess an advanced knowledge of the principles, practices and major trends in Residential Life and Housing. Experience with student staff training programs is required and knowledge of campus resources as they relate to first year students, programming experience on a college campus. The ability to respond to crisis situations and make appropriate recommendations is required. Understanding of student developmental theory, experience with thematic housing and experience in programming in a university setting is required.
The incumbent must demonstrate integrity and sound judgment in performing duties; possess the ability to supervise the work of staff and recommend appropriate personnel actions; be able to apply strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills and train and evaluate performance, taking corrective action as needed; deal with stressful situations while maintaining composure; and contribute to a collaborative environment utilizing exemplary communication and problem solving skills as necessary. Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously, adjusting quickly to changes needed on a daily basis. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the university and establish and maintain productive and effective, inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, students, and other internal and external constituents.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range o f $6,500- $7,245 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.
Supplemental Information
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
The CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption and thereafter comply with routine campus testing requirements. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. To learn more about the vaccination requirement at Sonoma State, please visit: https://risk.sonoma.edu/covid-compliance-and-monitoring-office/vaccine-requirement-information .
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu . The ADA Coordinator is also available ( hraccommodations@sonoma.edu ) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at clery@sonoma.edu .
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/ resources/fire-safety . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu .
Advertised: Jun 28 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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