Community Director position is available at Wayne State University.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote, encourage, reward student learning, academic success, as well as co-curricular involvement through the Residential Curriculum.
• Foster an atmosphere of respect for individual differences & community values.
• Also, advise and support Hall / Community Council and Residence Hall Association.
• Encourage student safety & security. Communicate / promote University policies and procedures including the Community Living Guide and Housing judicial process.
• Furthermore, follow established University protocol for the immediate reporting of any sexual misconduct of which you become aware in your role as Community Director to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator.
• Communicate essential information to residents, including; roommate relations, personal safety issues, University resources, and emergency procedure.
• Moreover, supervise a night Security Monitor hired by the WSU Police in order to ensure the safety and security of the residents.
• Manage or co-manage a residence hall or apartment community housing 350-900 residents.
• Collaborate with other professional staff and facilities staff to open and close the housing communities.
• Responsible for programming and training budget.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college of university. Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Development or related field very strongly preferred.
• Furthermore, two years relevant experience in a residence hall or campus apartment as a graduate or professional.
• General knowledge of educational and developmental needs of student population.
• Likewise, familiarity with University programs along with policies that impact student life and activities.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle pressure situations for instance, dealing with sensitive as well as confidential human relations situations.
• Also, ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
• Ability to train student leaders and develop subordinate’s skills.
• Proficient in the use of Wayne State systems, especially Banner HMS.
• In addition, ability to foster teamwork among various staff and student leaders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools.
• Ability to assess and provide performance feedback.