Senior Director Of Residence Life

Penn State Golf Courses

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $123,200.00 - $191,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Manage multi-campus residence life program
Oversee $17 million budget
Supervise 100+ full-time staff
** The Senior Director of Residence Life at Penn State Golf Courses is responsible for overseeing a multi-campus program that houses over 19,000 students, managing a substantial budget, and leading a large team. The position requires extensive experience in strategic planning, staff supervision, and crisis management within a student-centered environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director of Residence Life is responsible for a comprehensive, multi-campus Residence Life program housing more than 19,000 students on twelve campuses.
  • They oversee a $17 million budget and approximately 100 full-time staff and 500 student leaders, and part-time staff.
  • This position serves as Residence Life’s primary liaison to Housing and Food Services to ensure a high-quality living and learning environment for Penn State students.

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** The Senior Director of Residence Life at Penn State Golf Courses is responsible for overseeing a multi-campus program that houses over 19,000 students, managing a substantial budget, and leading a large team. The position requires extensive experience in strategic planning, staff supervision, and crisis management within a student-centered environment. **

Salary

Base: $123,200.00 - $191,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage multi-campus Residence Life program
  • Oversee $17 million budget
  • Supervise 100+ full-time staff
  • Strategic, collaborative, student-centered leadership
  • Liaise with Housing and Food Services
  • Develop and administer operating budget
  • Respond to crises and emergency situations

Nice-to-have

  • Advance division's strategic priorities
  • Advance access, community, and belonging
  • Enhance campus environments focused on student wellbeing
  • High level of cultural competence
  • Effective collaboration with students, faculty, and staff

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • 5+ years of supervisory experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

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Not specified

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