ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Associate Director

Arizona State University

University Housing

Campus: Tempe

JR100275

End Date:

February 13, 2025

Apply before midnight Arizona time

Department Statement:

University Housing strives to be a global leader in university student housing - building dynamic, innovative, and inclusive Residential Colleges that foster academic and personal success, empower students to create social value and lasting impacts, facilitate connection to the broader community, and support individual student persistence. ASU University Housing houses over 18,000+ students at four campus locations in Maricopa County. In support of the University's philosophy of access, excellence, and impact, University Housing promotes academic success and student learning, supports the development of community among our residents, provides student-centered processes and services, and develops and maintains quality accommodations.

Job Description:

Salary: $82,000.00 annually

Arizona State University is seeking an Associate Director of Residential Life, who will share in the leadership and management of a comprehensive residential program serving more than 16,500 students across four locations in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The Associate Director builds upon ASU's success in delivering an exceptional experience that contributes to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth and development of students living within the residential college program and continuing student living communities.

The Associate Director serves on the Residential Life Senior Leadership Team and maintains signif cant interactions with a broad array of institutional stakeholders including students, parents, faculty, alumni, and community members. The position requires a thoughtful and highly collaborative leader with strong supervision skills; the ability to develop and evaluate strategies for the management of critical incidents and leads the implementation and support for Housing and University wide initiatives. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President and Director of Residential Life. The Associate Director will work closely with Education Outreach and Student Services Partners, in addition to ASU's Academic Colleges.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in higher education, Counseling, Business Administration, or closely related field, with at least five (5) years previous Residential Life/Student Affairs experience, four (4) of which include supervision; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and ability have been achieved.

Desired Qualification:

·        Demonstrated knowledge of student housing practices, student leadership and student disciplinary processes to facilitate efficient residential hall management and supervision.

·        Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and standards of Student Affairs and University Housing.

·        Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, methods and standards of management and fiscal

·        operations.

·        Demonstrated knowledge of counseling, conflict management and crisis intervention theories, principles and practices.

·        Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of strategic planning.

·        Experience in working with diverse student populations.

·        Experience in problem solving and critical thinking for decision making.

·        Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills.

·        Experience in planning, analyzing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities.

·        Experience in the use of computer-based technology in performing work activities.

·        Experience in interpreting, analyzing and preparing budgetary and forecasting reports.

·        Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse populations.

·        Experience in applying strong crisis management skills to de-escalate potentially volatile situations.

Working Environment:

·        Professionally represent university/department/college.

·        Sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

·        Work collaboratively across various departments within the University as well as with diverse populations and groups.

·        Develop and deliver presentations to groups.

·        Use computers effectively including inputting, reviewing and retrieving information, extended periods of viewing screen, using mouse and keyboard, and sitting.

·        Use critical thinking skills to make decisions and/or analyze data.

·        Research, develop, implement and assess programs.

·        Supervise students and/or staff.

·        Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to perform essential duties.

·        Walk throughout campus for meetings or events, regardless of the weather.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Instructions to Apply

Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO:

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$256.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

·        Cover letter

·        Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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