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ASSOCIATE HALL DIRECTOR
 

ASSOCIATE HALL DIRECTOR

Req #: 231900
Department: HOUSING & FOOD SERVICES
Job Location: Seattle Campus
Posting Date: 03/11/2024 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $3462 per month 
Other Compensation: Includes housing & dining on campus.  
Shift: First Shift 
Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.  

ASSOCIATE HALL DIRECTOR

Thank you for considering Housing & Food Services at the University of Washington, Seattle.

Housing & Food Services (HFS) provides on-campus housing to over 10,000 student residents and operates over 40 dining and café locations that serve the entire campus community. To successfully accomplish this, we employ over 1,200 students, classified and professional staff members who work throughout HFS, providing residential and dining services to the campus. As reflected in our mission statement—working together to enhance student life—teamwork and service to our students and customers are at the heart of our business.

At the University of Washington, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. In Housing & Food Services, our DEI statement reads:

HFS will become an organization that prioritizes inclusive workplace communities, centered on belonging and opportunity for all staff.  All HFS staff must accept responsibility to identify and interrupt biases, privilege, barriers, and power dynamics.  We challenge ourselves to engage in open dialogue, active listening, and empathic learning.

Should you wish to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at UW Housing & Food Services, please reference this link Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement Training.

POSITION PURPOSE
Supports the development and administration of the Resident Hall residential life program

RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision
• Directly supervises a staff of 8 undergraduate Resident Advisers (RAs) in developing communities for and responding to the needs of the Resident Hall residents; provides indirect supervision for entire RA staff of 20 in responding to the needs of approximately 750 residents
• Provides recognition for positive RA job performance; consults with the Resident Director to implement unit performance management process to address performance concerns as necessary
• Participates in the unit processes designed to effectively select, train and supervise student staff
• Assists in planning and implementing of in-service activities that serve as on-the-job training and that promotes opportunities for personal growth and development for a diverse paraprofessional student staff team
• Participates in instructing the Spring Quarter Resident Adviser Training course

Advising Student Groups
• Serves as primary advisor to students involved in the Residential Hall Council; consults with supervisor as needed to ensure clarity of expectations in advising student groups
• Promotes collaboration between Hall Council leaders and the RA staff
• Participates in student leadership-development trainings, round table discussions and assessments

Building Operations Management
• Consults and works in collaboration with supervisor, custodial, facilities maintenance, desk services and dining services to assess and address building, community, and individual student needs
• Assists in the management of opening and closing procedures in Resident Hall in collaboration with the building management team
• Collaborates with supervisor in the coordination a life-safety program within the Resident Hall
• Participates in facilitating room changes, room reassignments, and occupancy reports
• Maintains records of building charts, forms, financial expenditures, and other necessary records
Facilitates the establishment of an RA duty schedule.

Student Conduct
• Facilitates conduct meetings with students emphasizing personal responsibility and an understanding of how one’s behavior impacts self and others; represents Residential Life at Peer Review Board or Administrative Hearings as required
• Utilizes educational sanctioning in accordance with established conduct philosophy and guidelines; consults with supervisor and conduct office as required to ensure alignment and consistency in applying the Residential Life Conduct Process

Crisis Management
• Implements Departmental/University emergency and crisis response protocols
• Collaborates and consults with supervisor and other Student Life professionals regarding students needing additional support/resources
• Provides follow-up with students, campus services and parents as necessary

Professionalism
• Supports and assists in the leadership of delivering the mission, goals, values, and culture of Residential Life, Housing & Food Services, and the University of Washington
• Fosters and maintains a workplace climate that is supportive of all employees and students regardless of their identity, respectful of differences, and open to multiple perspectives
• Participates in professional-development activities, included but not limited to: Departmental workshops, presentations, and article/book discussions
• Role models an understanding of, and respect for, existing policies and procedures
• May serve as a member of Residential Life Team committees; seeks opportunities to develop new and/or enhances current programs and activities

IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITY
An effective residential life program supports student retention, socialization, and academic success. Collaboration within HFS and the University contributes to consistency and alignment with University-wide goals and objectives. This position provides a direct interface for residential students to the services and resources provided by Housing & Food Services and the University of Washington.

POSITION COMPLEXITIES
HFS Residential Life houses nearly 10,000 students in residence halls and single-student and family apartments. This position utilizes development and applied environmental theory within this complex and quickly evolving environment.

The incumbent in this Position must:
• Live on-campus in a residence hall or apartment community
• Twelve month position
• Work extended hours during peak times of the academic year. 

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position works a regular Monday through Friday schedule; however, it requires evening and occasional weekend commitments throughout the year

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES
Up to 8 RAs within the Resident Hall staff, and up to two Office Assistants

REPORTS TO
Resident Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and one year residence hall experience required.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum requirements.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
A satisfactory outcome from employment verification and reference check process is required prior to hire.

Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.



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Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.