McPherson College seeks dynamic and innovative candidates for the live-in or live-on campus position of Director of Housing and Residence Life.
McPherson College is a career-oriented, liberal arts institution. It is located in McPherson, Kansas, about one hour north of Wichita, the largest city in the state. McPherson offers a robust quality of life to all its residents. Founded in 1887 by members of the Church of the Brethren, the college remains committed to the values of the church: peace and justice, ethical behavior, and putting faith into action. The mission of McPherson College is to develop whole persons through scholarship, participation and service. The college has a primarily Residence student body of over 800 with 33% minority, and has been identified as rising Hispanic serving institution. For more information, please visit www.mcpherson.edu.
The Director of Housing and Residence Life acts as a primary administrator of the residence life program. In this live-on position, the Director of Housing and Residence Life is responsible for developing and implementing a rich and positive residential experience. Reporting to the Dean of Students, this position oversees Resident Directors and Resident Assistants, residential programming and functions, housing operations, and residential conduct.
This is a 12-month, full-time exempt position with some evening and/or weekend hours. This is a live-in or live-on position (or successful applicant could live within close proximity to the college campus). In addition to salary, compensation may include a two-bedroom apartment or duplex, utilities, and meal plan. This position is eligible for full college benefits including a generous retirement benefit. Finally, this position participates in an on-call rotation.
The ideal candidate will exercise a high level of discretion and judgment in the day-to-day operation, embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and possesses strong problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in student services, education, counseling, or closely related field required; Masters preferred
Experience: 2-3 years’ experience in student services/residential life preferred