Area Coordinator

amherst.edu

Amherst, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $51,986 to $53,000 py; bonus/equity: not spe...
Direct supervision of residence hall communities
Crisis management and trauma-informed techniques
Student staff recruitment and training
The Area Coordinator is responsible for creating a residential living and learning experience that enables students to grow holistically and engage in the intellectual life of the college

Job Summary

  • The Area Coordinator is responsible for creating a residential living and learning experience that enables students to grow holistically and engage in the intellectual life of the college.
  • This full-time, year-round position includes supervising student staff, managing theme community budgets, and serving on a 24/7 on-call rotation for crisis response.
  • Amherst College provides a comprehensive benefits package and a semi-furnished one-bedroom apartment with utilities and a partial meal plan as part of compensation.

Matching Summary

The Area Coordinator is responsible for creating a residential living and learning experience that enables students to grow holistically and engage in the intellectual life of the college.

Salary

Base: $51,986 to $53,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including housing and meal plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct supervision of residence hall communities
  • Crisis management and trauma-informed techniques
  • Student staff recruitment and training
  • Community standards enforcement and mediation
  • Program planning and assessment for students

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with motivational interviewing
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Ability to foster cohesive interpersonal relationships
  • Knowledge of academic priorities in higher ed
  • Proficiency with administrative computer systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required or Master's in related field
  • At least two years of post-bachelor's experience
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle credentialing
  • Successful completion of background and CORI checks

Work Rights

Not specified

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