Operating Title

Community Director

Long Classification Title

Residence Hall Director

Campus Location

Keene

Department

KSC Community Living

Summary of Position

The Office of Transitions & Community Living at Keene State College invites applications for Community Director. This full-time, 12-month live-in, benefited position provides oversight for one or more residence halls, facilitate a well-rounded Community Living educational curriculum, and ensures the safety and well-being of all residents. This includes participating in the selection, training, and supervision of student staff (consisting of Community Assistants and Head Community Assistants) and establishing the groundwork for the departmental community development and programming model. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Community Living, the Community Director is a live-in member of the community and works a variable schedule including evenings, holidays, weekends and campus closures. Position start date is on/after 7/3/2023.

Keene State College provides a vibrant on campus living opportunity with residential areas consisting of traditional suites and apartment complexes. Community Director’s create meaningful opportunities for student growth and learning through programming, advising, participating in the on-call rotation, serving as a conduct hearing officer, being an active member of divisional and College committees, and is an integral component of Keene State College’s focus on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

There is a renewed focus on building strong communities for our residential students. Community Directors now serve as team leads for our Community CARES initiative and serve as First Year Seminar Facilitators. This focus is intentional, student centered, and dynamic in meeting the ever changing needs of our students. The Community Directors are vital parts of the Office of Transitions & Community Living and the Division of Enrollment & Student Engagement at Keene State College.

Please visit the department’s website: https://www.keene.edu/reslife for information about Community Living and the Community Director position.

Acceptable minimum level of education

Bachelor's

Acceptable minimum years of experience

1 year

Additional Job Information

• Letter of application addressing the above responsibilities
• Resume
• Contact information for three references

Posting Number

PS3850FY22

Other minimum qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of recent and relevant post-bachelor’s professional live-in residence hall leadership experience.
Experience in the following areas:

• staff supervision
• creating, developing, and assessing educational and social programming for students
• residence hall facility administration
• demonstrated ability to interact with a wide variety of constituencies including students, families, faculty, and staff
• proficiency with Microsoft Office and current social media platforms
• proven written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related field; post-Bachelor’s or Graduate level residence hall management; 2+ years of professional residence hall leadership experience; 1+ years of experience with professional staff live-in supervision; and demonstrated experience with Student Conduct. Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.

Salary Information

Starting salary: $36,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. These positions are part of the Keene State College Staff Association (KSCSA).

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/54050

Percent Time Information (FTE)

1.0

Grade

11

EEO Statement

Institution Information

Our students come from diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds, with a high percentage of first-generation college students. By the time Keene State College students complete their undergraduate experience, they develop critical thinking, creative inquiry, intercultural competence, civic engagement, and commitments to well-being and to sustainability that will serve them as active citizens and lifelong learners. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who will support the College’s ongoing efforts to help students become responsible global citizens.

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire, and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit:https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

Posting Date

02/17/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Closing Date

Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?

No

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?

No

Job Category

Salaried Staff (Exempt)

Appointment Type

Regular

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