Staff Associate, Area Coordinator

About Westfield State University:
In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.




Job Description:
Campus Title: Staff Associate, Area Coordinator
State Job Title: Staff Associate
Department: Residential Life
Job Code: HA5300
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-6001 (Building Authority)
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Timeframe: 52 Weeks
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday (Serves in on-duty call rotation nights and weekends)
Supervision Received:This position reports to the Assistant Director for Staff Development in Residential Life.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises professional and paraprofessional staff.
Salary: $38,000-$40,000, commensurate with experience and education

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Staff Associate/Area Coordinator (AC) plays a critical role in promoting the success and well-being of residents and in achieving the goals and objectives of the Department of Residential Life and the Division of Student Affairs.

The Area Coordinator is comprehensively involved in the total community development of the residence hall, assisting residents with a full array of personal, developmental, academic and residency issues. The AC advises the hall council, supervises professional and paraprofessional staff members, and serves as a vital communication link between residents, the Department, and the University community. He/she also provides crucial support, on-site response and information on student matters both within and outside the Department of Residential Life.

Area Coordinator activities fall into three primary areas:

• Foundations - establishing staffing, information and systems to promote effective, efficient hall operations;
• Services - supporting residents' varied needs and responding to routine and crisis situations promptly and comprehensively;
• Education - providing intentional outreach to residents to support and supplement their in-class experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the educational mission and goals of the Department of Residential Life, the Division of Student Affairs, and the University. Assist with developing, achieving and assessing department goals and objectives.
• Serve as a student advocate and educator, helping residents to be positive and responsible members of the residential community. Be available and accessible to students as necessary and advise students on issues related to on-campus residency and their personal, social and academic development.
• Serve in assigned on-call duty rotation by responding to after hours and weekend emergencies in accordance with the University and Department's emergency response procedures.
• Guide the overall management of all halls within the assigned residential area including providing direct oversight of halls and staff in the event of a hall manager vacancy.
• Provide direct supervision and evaluation for professional Residence Director(s) and/or Assistant Residence Director. Develop positive, professional and effective working relationships within residential area and with all members of the Residential Life professional staff team.
• Advise the hall council as applicable, providing regular contact including attendance at meetings and events; offering support, guidance, and leadership and skill development activities; and promoting the formation of a cohesive, effective group. Support the initiatives of the area's Hall Councils and the Residence Hall Association.
• Develop a highly competent and committed building staff team through training, supervising, mentoring and evaluating staff members. Conduct weekly building staff meetings and at least bi-weekly individual supervision meetings. Promote effective student staff relationships and teamwork within the residential area.
• Coordinate overall management of the hall including facilitating room changes, managing keys, damage and incident reporting and tracking, and on-site monitoring of hall security facilities and maintenance matters. Work effectively with the Assistant Director for Housing or designee. Promote effective operations within the residential area. Execute these duties temporarily in additional area residence hall if an RD vacancy occurs.
• Offer quality residence hall programs and services that meet identified resident and campus needs; and provide these programs and services in an effective, efficient manner. Track RA staff and Hall Council programming initiatives, including budget. Work effectively with the Assistant Director for Residence Education and First Year Programs in meeting the area's programmatic needs.
• Represent Residential Life on University committees and functions; lead and/or assist with Residential Life projects, functions and initiatives; and perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.
• Lead or assist in completing special projects during the summer including but not limited to, central staff assistance, summer conference assistance or any Residential Engagement or Housing Operations projects determined appropriate.

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Three or more years of full-time experience in a residential life setting.
• Master's degree earned within a year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.

Additional Information:
Salary:
Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures.

Disability Accommodations:
Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.

Background Check:
Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.




Application Instructions:
An online application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three references*
• Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree

*Provide the contact information for reference providers in the references section of the online application.

Deadline: Review of applications will begin August 24, 2019. The position will remain open for a minimum of ten days, and may remain open until finalists have been selected.

NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.

Westfield State University provides equal access to employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, age, disability or veteran status in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies.

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