University System of Georgia POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

DIRECTOR of HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE (Auxiliary Services)                     08–301

APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit an SPSU employment application, a letter of interest and a current resume with work references to: Human Resources, Southern Polytechnic State University, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, Georgia 30060-2896 or submit in person Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Please note: Background checks will be required for all final candidates selected for employment).

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a professional position where the Director of Housing and Residence Life is an administrative and supervisory position responsible for all aspects of student housing, residence life and student discipline at the University.  Work involves the coordination and efficient management of the student housing program in support of the educational mission of the University and the fair and consistent enforcement of the student life regulations to help maintain a campus environment conducive to learning.  This position reports to the Director of Auxiliary Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Develops and maintains a profitable and comprehensive Housing/Residence Life program.

  2.       Manages the total housing operation.

  3.       Develops and manages room contracts and related assignments.

  4.       Markets the housing options and residence life programs.

  5.       Creates and develops long-term facility plan to include timely repair and replacement of  fixtures and equipment and building components.

  6.       Works in cooperation with Facilities/Plant Management to ensure that housing facilities are properly maintained.

  7.       Works in cooperation with Business and Finance to ensure that housing payments are properly accounted for and students’ accounts are maintained efficiently.

  8.       Works in cooperation with the Dean of Students and Campus Police to see that Judiciary issues are dealt with fairly and promptly.

  9.       Supervises professional, clerical and student employees.

10.        Recruits, selects, and provides orientation for all department staff.

11.        Ensures all Housing/Residence Life staff receives appropriate and related training.

14.         Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Housing and Residence Life.

15.         Serve or Chair on Campus-Wide Committees as called upon.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Thorough knowledge of budget management and business principles as it relates to housing.

2. Through knowledge of student development theory and its application to higher education.

3. Thorough knowledge of higher education law and its application to students and the administration of due process in educational disciplinary context.

4. Must have strong ethical values and a well-developed sense of fairness and justice.

5.         Ability to work with a wide range of people, including students, parents, faculty, administrative staff, vendors and the general public.

6.         Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7.         Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

8.         Must have demonstrated organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelors degree (from an accredited college or University) in student development, student affairs, higher education administration or a related field in higher education administration or a related field  required.  A master’s degree in a related field preferred.  A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in administering housing and residence life programs also required.

DAYS/HOURS: Summer Hours: Monday – Thursday; 7:30am – 6:00pm; Friday - CLOSED

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (Regular Hours Effective: 8/11/08)

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

Southern Polytechnic State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is a residential university with approximately 4,200 students pursuing bachelors and masters degrees in many of the nation’s fastest growing technology fields. The university, located one mile west of 1-75’s Exit 263, is just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Southern Polytechnic is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer v University System of Georgia.                                                                                                                    Posted: May 15, 2008