Director Of Housing And Residence Life

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, Arkansas, US
Residence life program management
Student conduct administration
Crisis response coordination
The Director of Housing and Residence Life provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all aspects of UAM’s residential communities to foster safe, welcoming, and engaging living-learning environments that support student success, retention, and holistic development

Job Summary

  • The Director of Housing and Residence Life provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all aspects of UAM’s residential communities to foster safe, welcoming, and engaging living-learning environments that support student success, retention, and holistic development.
  • This role integrates housing operations, residential education, student conduct, crisis response, and compliance while advancing the mission and student-centered priorities of the University.
  • The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community and conducts background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and substance abuse testing for applicants.

Matching Summary

The Director of Housing and Residence Life provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all aspects of UAM’s residential communities to foster safe, welcoming, and engaging living-learning environments that support student success, retention, and holistic development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • residence life program management
  • student conduct administration
  • crisis response coordination
  • budget and auxiliary management
  • staff recruitment and supervision
  • facilities operations oversight

Nice-to-have

  • experience with Star Rez housing system
  • data-informed decision making
  • collaboration across divisions
  • Title IX and BIT roles experience
  • commitment to student development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
  • 3-5 years residence life professional experience
  • direct supervisory experience preferred
  • knowledge of FERPA and higher education compliance
  • experience with student conduct processes
  • ability to manage complex situations professionally

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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