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Residence Life Coordinator

Employer
The University of North Georgia
Location
UNG-Dahlonega, GA
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Administrative Jobs
Student Affairs, Residence Life
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Job Title: Residence Life Coordinator
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 280984
About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Residence Life Coordinator on the Dahlonega campus. The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) serves as a live-on professional staff member in a residence hall, holds front-line responsibilities in responding to critical incidents, student care/welfare and conduct reports, and all risk management concerns involving their residents. The RLC is directly engaged in building a strong sense of community and points of engagement and support for their residents and maintains a high level of visibility within their residential communities. The RLC manages an assigned residential community ranging in size from 200 - 650 residents. The RLC oversees a staff of 10-25 resident assistants, oversees programming, manages student support cases, serves as a first-level conduct officer, and will serve on departmental and university committees. The RLC participates in Residence Life strategic planning and assessment efforts. The RLC contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.

Responsibilities
  • Serves as a live-on Residence Life Coordinator in a residence hall of 200-650 students, managing all student welfare and care concerns, including critical incidents and student safety reports. The RLC oversees community development and creates and leads programs to support cohesion and successful community engagement within their residential community. Maintains a prominent level of visibility within the assigned residence halls. Coordinates health and safety compliance processes and reporting, including fire drills, health and safety checks, and access control issues. Oversees opening/closing of residence halls. Assesses residence hall conditions for maintenance needs and coordinates cleaning associated with move-outs/move-ins across their residence hall(s). Responsible for implementing the residential curriculum, academic initiatives, and services for residential students. Serve as an advisor for the hall council by recruiting students, training student officers/representatives, and managing funds' complete administrative duties promptly, thoroughly, and accurately by established expectations.
  • Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate various student staff positions, which may include but are not limited to graduate assistants, resident assistants, and summer student staff. Directly supervises 10-25 Resident Assistants, including weekly staff meetings with RAs, bi-weekly one-on-one meetings, attending hall programs, advising RAs regarding hall programs, and facilitating program assessment and budget management. Holds RAs accountable for programming, health and safety, and other requirements. Advises aspects of the UNG Residence Hall Association, providing guidance and support on issues affecting residential students. Support, communicate, enforce, and abide by all University and department policies, procedures, and regulations. Serve in an on-call rotation with other staff and provide support during after-hours, breaks, and holidays. Coordinate follow-up with residents involved in incidents and cases of concern. Follows up, supports, and refers students of concern who are experiencing challenges in the residence hall(s) or are in crisis. Assists students with problem-solving, mediation, and crisis management.
  • Participates in Residence Life strategic planning and assessment efforts. Compile weekly and semester reports that highlight the Residence Life story. Assist in developing, preparing, and presenting departmental information and communication for events such as RA meetings, Nighthawk Preview Days, and Orientation. Works with assigned living and learning communities. Partners with various campus departments to engage students in leadership and service learning. Serves on departmental and university committees. Serves as Conduct Conference Officer. Receives and reviews Incident Reports to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.
  • Maintains accurate housing rosters and aids all administrative functions within the residential area. Supports the residence hall front desk, including, but not limited to, supervision, timecard management and approval, key control, access control, essential security support, and dissemination of information. Assesses residence hall conditions for maintenance needs and coordinates cleaning associated with move-outs/move-ins across their residence hall(s). Conducts daily building walk-throughs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • General knowledge of Banner, StarRez, Genetec, Persona, Campus Groups, and Maxient software is preferred.
  • Knowledge of critical issues facing college students.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Two-Three (2-3) years of experience in Residence Life required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs or related field strongly preferred.
Required Documents to Attach
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Contact information for three professional references.
USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information
  • This role is considered a position of trust.
  • Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check
  • Position of Trust + Education

Organization

The University of North Georgia is a member of the University System of Georgia and holds designations as a state leadership institution and as The Military College of Georgia.  With more than 18,000 students, the University of North Georgia is one of the state’s largest public universities.  The regional, multi-campus university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate’s degrees to professional doctoral programs.

The University of North Georgia's educational experience provides a solid foundation to help students become civic, professional and military leaders who serve communities locally and globally. UNG's student-focused environment includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity.  

UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the United States and its residential Army ROTC program consistently ranks among the best in the country. UNG competes in NCAA Division II in baseball, softball, golf, basketball, soccer, mixed rifle, and women's cross country.

The University of North Georgia has seven academic colleges and institutes: the College of Arts and Letters, the Mike Cottrell College of Business, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Education, the College of Health Professions, University College, and the Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental and Spatial Analysis.

At the undergraduate level, UNG offers the Associate of Arts (A.A.) and the  Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS); Bachelor of Arts (BA); Bachelor of Science (BS); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); and Bachelor of Science-Nursing (BSN).

Graduate degrees offered at UNG include: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Education Specialist in School Leadership (EDSSL); Master of Education (Med); Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); Master of Arts in history (MA); Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA); Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling (MS); Master of Science in family nurse practitioner (MS); Master of Science in nursing education (MS); Master of Science in physical education (MS); Master of Science in criminal justice (MS); Master of Public Administration (MPA); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Music (MM).

The University of North Georgia was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013.  Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises five campuses and online opportunities united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

UNG’s campuses are located across the northeast Georgia region in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Oconee County. With easy access to metro Atlanta and Georgia's mountain and piedmont areas, the region features vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, including Lake Lanier and the the Appalachian Trail.

The University of North Georgia is part of the University System of Georgia Complete College Georgia (CCG) initiative to improve the retention, progression, and graduation of students. Grounded in the successes and strengths of the past and inspired by the potential of the new University of North Georgia, UNG's Complete College Georgia plan seeks to advance educational attainment in the northern part of the state, contributing to the region's workforce and economic prosperity.

To obtain application information for the University of North Georgia, call the Admissions Office at 706-864-1800, or for a closer look at the university, visit www.ung.edu.

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