Director Of Housing And Residential Education

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Boston, MA, US
Base: $104,000 - $130,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
Master's degree in higher education administration
7-10 years housing leadership experience
Managing auxiliary budgets and revenue models
The Director provides strategic leadership for a residential program housing approximately 2,100 students across 12 buildings while overseeing a major expansion project adding 300 beds by 2026

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic leadership for a residential program housing approximately 2,100 students across 12 buildings while overseeing a major expansion project adding 300 beds by 2026.
  • This role is responsible for developing revenue strategies to maximize housing utilization and ensuring the department functions as a financially sustainable auxiliary enterprise.
  • The position requires close collaboration with Enrollment Management, Finance, Facilities, and Student Affairs to align residential operations with institutional enrollment goals and student success priorities.

Matching Summary

The Director provides strategic leadership for a residential program housing approximately 2,100 students across 12 buildings while overseeing a major expansion project adding 300 beds by 2026.

Salary

Base: $104,000 - $130,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Higher Education Administration
  • 7-10 years housing leadership experience
  • Managing auxiliary budgets and revenue models
  • Occupancy forecasting and demand planning
  • Supervising professional staff and community directors

Nice-to-have

  • Urban campus housing operations experience
  • StarRez or equivalent housing software proficiency
  • Summer conference and group housing management
  • Collaboration with enrollment management teams
  • Experience with capital improvement planning

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • Minimum 7-10 years progressive experience
  • H-1B visa sponsorship not available

Work Rights

Not specified

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