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RESIDENT DIRECTOR

Loyola University Chicago

United States, Illinois, Rogers Park

May 23, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	RESIDENT DIRECTOR
Position Number	8101828
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	RESIDENCE LIFE
Location Code	RESIDENCE LIFE (03850A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the Jesuit mission and the values of Loyola University Chicago, including a commitment to social justice and inclusion. Supervise, recruit, train, and evaluate personnel in assigned residence hall(s), which may include any combination of: Desk Receptionists (hourly student employees) and Resident Assistants (paraprofessional student leaders). Perform administrative functions for day-to-day operations of residence hall/area as assigned. Serve as a University Conduct Administrator and adjudicate student conduct cases that occur in the residence halls. Participate in the 24/7 on-call emergency response system for the campus community of 4,800 residential students. Provide conflict mediation, crisis intervention, and appropriate follow-up for students in the residential community. Oversee the implementation and evaluation of educational opportunities in the residence halls, including support/resources for events, the residential curriculum, learning communities, and academic support initiatives. Advise (or assist in advising) a Department of Residence Life student organization (hall council, RHA, etc.). Assist in overseeing maintenance, housekeeping, and facility condition in cooperation with the Facilities Department. Provide advice, support, assistance, and referrals to students regarding academic, housing, and personal concerns. Serve as a facilitator for the UNIV 101 class to support first-year student transition into Loyola University Chicago. Maintain office hours for availability to residents and staff, including some evening and weekend commitments. Serve on departmental and divisional committees (as applicable). Other duties as assigned by the departmental leadership team.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	A master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, or a Human Services field is required. This position also requires a live-in commitment and prior experience working in residence life or student affairs.
Qualifications	Must have an understanding and appreciation for the Jesuit mission of Loyola University Chicago. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent mediation and conflict resolution skills. Experience working with diverse populations. Ability to work nights and weekends when required. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Strong customer service skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	N/A
Computer Skills	Proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	Irregular Hours
Open Date	05/23/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$48,276/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$48,276/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32960