Job Details

Director - Residence Life

Position Number: 6080771
Location: Durham, NC
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Director - Residence Life

North Carolina Central University

Closing Date: at 11:55 PM

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Director of Residential Life provides strategic leadership and vision for the Residential Life Department in alignment with the university's mission and divisional strategic goals. This position fosters a safe, supportive, and developmentally enriching residential environment that enhances student success and contributes to the holistic development of students. By collaborating
with campus and community partners, the Director ensures a high-quality residential experience while overseeing operations, policies, crisis response, and long-term planning for campus housing

Minimum Education/Experience:

A minimum of 5 years progressive experience and a history of transformational leadership at a senior level in the area of
residential life at a mid to large scale higher educational institution with a diverse body of faculty, staff and students.
Masters degree in Higher Education or comparable academic discipline is required.
Experience with managing complex multi-million-dollar budgets.
Experience with living facility operations, capital planning, and facility maintenance.
Experience with program development, student development, and staff development.
Experience with business operations and revenue generating.
Experience with the development and implementation of Living Learning Communities.
Experience with managing P3 Residential projects
Preferred experience with Housing Management Systems (Housing Cloud, Mercury, etc)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience in data analysis and report generation using Microsoft Excel, including proficiency in spreadsheets, pivot tables, charts, and data visualization tools to support decision-making and operational efficiency.
Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, with the ability to resolve student and parent concerns efficiently.
Must be knowledgeable of Association of College and University Housing Officers - International standards for residential programs.
Must be knowledgeable of Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education standards for residential programs.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
Community Service Leave
NC State - Health Benefits
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
11-12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount and more.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.nccu.edu/

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.