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Job Category Casual Wage Position Title Residential Fellow (no benefits) Full Time/Part Time Part Time Division Dean of the College Department Residential Life Department Statement

The Residential Commons program at Colgate seeks to infuse intellectual engagement and community development into the residential experience. All first-year and nearly all second-year students live in one of four Residential Commons, each with its own unique personality and characteristics, under the leadership of faculty and staff directors and affiliated faculty members. Upper-level students maintain an affiliation with their respective Commons for life, whether formally, by continuing to live within the Residential Commons or its social house, or informally. Through the Residential Commons program, Residential Life and the Dean of the College Division in partnership with faculty and the Dean of the Faculty Division, strive to provide students with a home away from home that is rich with opportunities for intellectual and social engagement and reflects the academic rigor of the classroom and the sense of belonging students feel across the University.

Accountabilities

The Commons Residential Fellow (RF) works under the supervision of the Residential Commons faculty directors and area directors, and is responsible for the development and support of programmatic initiatives within a Residential Commons. Residential Fellows are expected to contribute to an academic department or program or other campus life organization. The RF assists in building intellectually-engaging residential communities through interacting regularly with residents, other Residential Fellows, Community Leaders, members of the Commons Councils, and a variety of campus partners. An established link to an academic department/program or campus organization provides opportunities for continued academic growth and preparation or professional development for the RF. These connections will also serve as a conduit for engaging residents with informal educational programming. The RF oversees and executes events, large and small, sponsored by the Residential Commons in a collaborative environment. The RF supports the development of a democratic, vibrant, inclusive, and healthy environment within the context of their living and learning communities.

Programming & Assessment
●Assist with the planning, and coordinate the execution, of large-scale events within the Residential Commons.
●Work closely with Residential Commons Leadership Team to support smaller-scale community events.
●Collaborate with other stakeholders within Colgate and the local community on program initiatives.
●Manage scheduling of program spaces within the Residential Commons buildings in consultation with the directors, using criteria for use of Residential Commons spaces established by the Residential Commons staff.
●Manage the scheduling of programs and events outside of the Residential Commons buildings through the Event Management System.
●Create and disseminate event invitations to the Residential Commons community, and manage email distributions within the Residential Commons.
●Oversee budget for large-scale, collaborative programs & events in collaboration with Residential Commons directors.
●Recruit and co-advise the student Residential Commons programming council.
●Provide administrative support to the faculty and staff co-directors for event programming.
●Generate work orders related to program needs.
●Process and track invoices and oversee the Residential Commons budget in collaboration with the faculty and staff directors.

Community Development & Engagement
●Develop and disseminate weekly Residential Commons newsletter promoting events and initiatives occurring in the commons.
●Assist with the establishment and promotion of community standards and expectations.
●Serve as a mentor by engaging regularly with residents.
●Serve on divisional and institutional committees as assigned.
●Work with other departments within the Dean of the College Division on a variety of initiatives.
●Serve as a role model of healthy engagement in the greater campus community.

Intellectual Connection
●Develop a partnership with an academic department/program (e.g., lab research, teaching assistant, etc.) or campus organization (e.g., COVE, Upstate Institute, Shaw Wellness, etc.) committing an average of 10-15 hours per week
●Promote, support and actively participate in faculty engagement in the residence halls.
●Serve as a positive role model in social and academic pursuits.
●Promote an atmosphere within the Residential Commons that supports and encourages intellectual pursuits and academic engagement,
●Identify and assist residents with concerns that are barriers to academic success and make appropriate referrals to professionals as required.

Core Departmental Responsibilities
●Provide direct operational support for the Residential Commons as a member of the Leadership Team.
●Attend and participate in weekly Residential Commons leadership meetings and other meetings are requested.
●Communicate and collaborate regularly with RFs from other Residential Commons.
●Complete regular reports as required by the Director of Residential Life and Residential Commons Directors.
●Select, train, and supervise student interns responsible for oversight of the Residential Commons kitchens.
●Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment for the central Residential Commons offices, programs, and kitchens.
●Assist with the coordination of student staff recruitment and selection processes.
●Frequent evening and weekend commitments are expected.
●Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and be capable of creating and maintaining productive and collegial working relationships with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
A valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

Colgate degree and/or experience preferred. Minimum one year of student leadership or Residential Life experience preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Physical Requirements Other Information

This is a part-time, 10-month, live-in position. Salary is $14.00 an hour with an expectation of 30 hours per week.
Position begins August 5, 2019, and concludes on May 15, 2020.
Room and partial board are provided as the benefits package.

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 2019CW016P Temporary Yes Work Schedule

This is a part-time, 10-month, live-in position. Salary is $14.00 an hour with an expectation of 30 hours per week.

Job Open Date 04/16/2018 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veteran Status, sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, genetic information, victims of domestic violence and stalking, familial status, and all other categories covered by law. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training at all levels of employment. Colgate University will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume
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