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Position
Title:
Graduate Positions in Residence Life
Description:
The Department of Residence Life is pleased to announce
that several graduate level positions are available at
Salem State College. Working with the full-time Resident
Directors in a variety of roles, these positions assist in
managing the residence halls, advising student
organizations, supervising staff, and coordinating
programmatic initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s degree and acceptance into a graduate program
of studies at Salem State College (preferred Education or
Counseling-related program) is required prior to starting
the position in July. Must be a full-time matriculated
student throughout employment, depending upon program
requirements/class availability. Candidates should also
display a commitment to community development and
programming, have an understanding and familiarity with
students from diverse backgrounds, and have past leadership
experience in a college/university residence life setting.
POSITION SPECIFICS:
This is a 12-month, 1-year (renewable) position.
Compensation includes tuition, fees, room and board (while
dining halls are open), and a stipend of $10 per hour for
18 hours of office time per week. On-campus housing is
provided, as graduate student staff are expected to live on
campus for the duration of their employment. One position
may have a live-off option with slightly increased stipend;
please share this interest in your cover letter. These
positions are classified as O-3 Institutional, part-time
employees. Specific position assignments are determined
after the interview process is complete and through the
offer process.
Depending on the position, responsibilities may include:
*Co-supervise student staff with full-time Resident
Directors; conduct weekly one-on-one meetings with student
staff.
*Coordinate student staff meetings.
*Oversee the management of a 24-hour front desk including
the supervision, and evaluation of 12-18 front desk
receptionists.
* Coordinate the development of programs and activities
within the residence hall; work with the Resident Assistant
staff to develop a program vision, implement quality
programs, and track programmatic efforts.
*Serve as a hearing officer for judicial cases as
determined
by the Resident Director and the Assistant Dean of Student
Life.
* Develop a working relationship with faculty participating
in the Faculty in Residence Program, and assist in the
development and implementation of academic-related programs
within the community
For all positions, responsibilities include:
*Maintain appropriate office hours as determined by
supervisor.
* Be familiar with the functions of and opportunities
available through various campus support services.
* Assist with student and professional staff selection
processes.
* Attend weekly professional staff meetings, and individual
meetings with supervisor.
* Attend weekly building staff meetings as needed.
* Participate in the professional staff on-call duty
rotation, including holidays and breaks throughout the
year, as able (must retain full-time student status to
serve on duty.)
* Participate in an annual evaluation process with
supervisor.
* Assist with departmental projects as assigned, including
the coordination of specific projects over the course of
the summer.
* Abide by all Residence Life and College policies while
residing on-campus, and report any violations or concerns
to the appropriate staff.
* Participate in Professional Staff and student staff
training each semester by presenting or attending relevant
sessions.
Requirements
Start Date:
7/15/2010 - Approximate
Education:
Bachelor's Degree Required
Work Experience:
0-2 Years
Contact Information
Contact Info:
To apply, interested individuals should send a cover
letter, resume, and three letters of reference to the
following:
Mathew Chetnik
Associate Director
Office of Residence Life
352 Lafayette Street
Salem State College
Salem, MA 01970
Candidates should direct materials and cover letters to
Graduate Staff Search regarding Graduate Staff positions.
Deadline to submit application materials is March 1, 2010.
Prior to starting the position, candidates will need to
submit proof of completion of a baccalaureate program, and
be accepted into a graduate program at Salem State College
prior to starting the position. (Applicants should apply to
the position at the same time they are applying for the
graduate program.)
Information about Salem State College Graduate Programs,
including the Master of Education in Student Affairs and
Higher Education can be found at:
http://www.salemstate.edu/graduate/
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