Assistant Director, University Housing (Leadership & Supervision)

Position Vacancy Announcement: 

Requirements

• The Assistant Director for Leadership and Supervision is a member of the senior leadership team in the Office of University Housing system with over twenty-six hundred (2,600+) students which facilitates a community learning environment for all ten (10) on-campus residential facilities. The AD directly supervises full-time Student Affairs Coordinators. The AD leads the supervisory and administrative efforts for all daily residential operations.
• Professional Staff Recruitment, Supervision, Training & Development: The AD coordinates the recruitment and hiring processes for all residence life professional staff members;
• Supervises all Resident Directors and up to two (2) area coordinators;
• Coordinates and implements professional staff training throughout the year;
• Coordinates professional staff evaluations and development.
• The AD will primarily supervise the professional staff to ensure daily operations of all residential facilities are completed within the boundaries of policies, procedures arid expectations and provide direction and accountability structure for staff fulfilling responsibilities.
• Programming and Residence Education: The AD is responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of the residential education model by residential staff to support the retention, progression, and graduation of students;
• Assists in the assessment of, all housing initiatives within residence life.
• Responsible for enhancing campus partner relationships and facilitating campus partner activities within residential facilities.
• Administration: Manages short and long-term projects and sees them through implementation; attends various meetings, oversees departmental committees, and serves on university committees as needed;
• Collaborates with other departments and offices on and off campus;
• Reviews and revises publications, including Residence Life training materials, RA Manual, the housing web page, and others;
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures;
• Manages area budget(s) related to educational and training initiatives, as assigned.
• Works with maintenance and custodial staff to ensure a clean and safe living environment conducive to student learning.
• Due to various responsibilities, the employees obligation of duty may fall outside of normal shift hours to include nights and/or weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience.

Recommended Competencies

• Ability to work within a collaborative environment and with diverse populations
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and independently
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply policy and procedural guidelines and solve problems
• Excellent ability to handled high-volume administrative tasks in a timely manner

Administrative and Professional and A&P Executive Service (A&P EX) positions are considered contractual. Terms and conditions are generally recognized by contract for a specific period of time or contracts renewed on an annual basis. Certain benefits, amount of leave, and notification of termination are exclusive to the pay plan.

In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.

How to Apply:
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must  include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. 

Conditions of Employment: 
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference  checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational  documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. 

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment.  Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof  of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. 

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of  any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of  the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if  currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide  documentation. 

Reasonable Accommodation: 
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA),  please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of  the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800)  955-8771. 

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University:

Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer.