Area Coordinator -Housing and Residence Life

Marian University seeks qualified applicants for the position of the Area Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Housing and Resident Life, Area Coordinators are responsible for the overall administration of two residence halls and supervision of the Resident Assistants working in those residence halls. Area Coordinators are also responsible for shaping the environment and experiences by providing services and programs aligned with the institution’s strategic goals for a vibrant, dynamic on-campus living experience. Thus, Area Coordinators specifically help create and support activities that are designed to enhance the retention and success of students. Area Coordinators are full-time, live-in, 12-month employees with paid benefits.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide leadership of hall community development through programmatic means and one-on-one contact within the context of the residential community development plan to provide a welcoming and engaging experience
• Supervise, train, and evaluate 16 undergraduate Resident Assistants and 2 hall assistants
• Perform all administrative duties required to fulfill the Area Coordinator responsibilities and other special projects and activities, including hall openings and closings, the management of the building key systems, staff supervision, the processing of room changes, etc.
• Collaborate closely with the Center for Academic Success and Engagement, Counseling Center, Campus Police, Dining Services, Student Activities and Orientation, the Exchange, and Campus Ministry to connect residents to on-campus resources and provide residents with support
• Carry out duties related to specifically assigned living learning communities in their halls
• Manage student conduct in the hall by meeting with students who have violated university and/or hall policies according to the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities
• Serve as a first-responder to residents in need, referring to appropriate offices as necessary
• Respond and assist in crisis and emergency situations, and complete appropriate follow up with students, staff, and faculty
• Integrate knowledge about students and their development into daily interactions and activities
• Serve as the financial, programmatic, and leadership advisor to hall councils
• Serve as a role model for all hall staff and residents in personal and professional behaviors
• Participate in departmental and divisional professional development activities
• Initiate, plan, supervise, and evaluate programming activities consistent with the goals and objectives of the Office of Housing and Residence Life
• Interpret and implement Marian University and Office of Housing and Residence Life objectives, policies, rules, and procedures for student staff and residents
• Participate in an on-call duty rotation for all campus housing units
• Assume leadership of Housing and Residence Life projects or processes throughout the year including student staff training, student staff selection, in-service for staff, recognition and special events, as well as professional staff recruitment and selection
• Demonstrate cultural competence in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, ideology, religion, national origin, and other areas of diversity

Fulfill other general duties assigned by the Office of Housing and Residence Life, Division of Student Success and Engagement, and/or Marian University.

Requirements:

• This position requires a master’s degree in higher education/student affairs. 
• Previous experience with residence life, counseling, or related field is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, exhibited good-decision making skills, demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities are required.

• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse student body and staff
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with attention to detail

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University
• Adheres to Marian University’s policy and procedures
• Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students subordinates, and supervisors
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Meets department productivity standards
• Participates in developing department goals, objective, and systems
• Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals
• Adheres to the department budget

Located within 10 minutes of downtown Indianapolis, Marian University is one of the nation’s preeminent Catholic institutions of higher learning, and ranks as one of US News & World Report’s top universities in the Midwest Region. Marian University was founded in 1937 by the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, Indiana, and the Franciscan Values that the Sisters ingrained into the university’s culture are still prevalent today. The university has experienced tremendous growth in the past 15 years under the leadership of President Daniel J. Elsener, including the opening of the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013 – the state’s first new medical school in 110 years.  Marian University’s football team has captured the NAIA national championship in 2012 and 2015. In 2016 and 2017, the women’s basketball team won back-to-back NAIA national championships. Marian University is also home to the most successful collegiate cycling program in the nation, which currently holds 38 national titles.

Marian University offers an excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance and full Marian University undergraduate tuition benefits for employees and their family.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Required materials include: letter of application, current CV with evidence of outstanding teaching and professional activities, names and contact information of three professional references. Only complete applicant packets submitted to hr@marian.edu will be considered.  Marian University is an EOE and is committed to diversity and encourages persons from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.