Residential Education Specialist (Coordinator)

Pennsylvania State University Mont Alto, PA Full-time Education

Posted on April 8, 2024

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Residential Education Specialist (Coordinator)

The Residence Life Office at the Mont Alto campus is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the team. Penn State and Residence Life is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. The Residence Life Office is committed to developing a safe and inclusive living-learning community that fosters academic, social, cultural, and personal growth. We strive to enable residents to develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their community.

The Live-On Coordinator is a vital part of the team in helping to continue the vision and mission of the department. They are responsible to a Director of Student Affairs for supervising a staff of up to 5 Resident Assistants, as well as overseeing the daily activities of buildings housing up to 200 students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supervision:

Supervises Resident Assistants
Conducts regular individual and group supervision meetings
Evaluate Resident Assistant's performance
Provides support and training for Resident Assistants

Student Development and Residence Education:

Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a residential curriculum for the area
Assists with the development and implementation of campus-wide initiatives
Advises student groups in the area
Makes referrals to University agencies when appropriate
Encourages student involvement in residential and University engagement opportunities
Promotes area government
Advocates for students by communicating their concerns and issues to the appropriate agency
Advises individual students with academic, career, and personal concerns
Interprets and enforces University and residence hall policies and procedures
Mediates conflicts between and among students.

Administration:

Assists with the daily operation and organization of the area and the area office
Handles requests for room changes and contract releases
Assists in promoting the safety and security of area residents
Assists in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Housing and Food Services, Safety and Security, New Student Programs, etc
Assist with the implementation of the in-person days during the New Student Orientation
Chair the New Student Welcome and Arrival Planning Committee
Provides on-call duty coverage over breaks on a rotating basis, including Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break.

Community Development:

Demonstrates a commitment to students and the quality of their life in the residence hall environment
Encourages Resident Assistants to become well-acquainted with students in the area
Assists the Resident Assistants in developing and promoting a positive living environment
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity and social justice issues
Plans and implements curriculum in conjunction with Resident Assistants and students
Demonstrates a commitment to staff and student retention and recruitment efforts, particularly as they impact members of underrepresented groups

Miscellaneous:

Participates in committees and task force groups
Assists in the recruitment and training of professional staff
Assists in the development and implementation of goals for the area and the residence hall system
Performs other duties as assigned

This position will be filled as a Residential Education Specialist - Professional or Intermediate Professional depending on the final applicant's experience and education. The Residential Education Specialist - Professional requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, degree in Student Personnel/Counseling or a related area is preferred. Additional education and/or experience are required for higher-level positions. Should possess a thorough understanding of the role and purpose of residence hall living as it applies to student development. Driver's license preferred.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. If operating a University vehicle for this position, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a motor vehicle records check in addition to standard background checks. This is a 12-month live-in position. Appointments will be made on an annual basis based on continued satisfactory performance. The start date is July 15, 2024.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information):

Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)
Generous vacation time and sick time
16 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Mont-Alto/Residential-Education-Specialist--Coordinator-_REQ_0000054347-1

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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