Residential Life Coordinator - 60028231

This is a 12-month live-in position which includes room and board. Residency required in agency provided housing when students are in session.

Job Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Assistant Directors of Student Services this position will provide immediate oversight, counseling and guidance to promote holistic student development for all students attending the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, which includes the residential high school and the summer programs. The job duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides oversight, counseling, and guidance to students to promote holistic student development.  Meets regularly with students to provide guidance.  Recommends short and long-term strategies and procedures for student success.  Develops and implements disciplinary/judicial interventions as required.
• Collects, maintains, and disseminates student data on student success.  Identifies challenges for students and develops intervention strategies.  Communicates and collaborates with campus stakeholders to develop action plans for success.
• Develops and implements student care plans in conjunction with campus colleagues for health and wellness needs.  Ensures that students engage care providers and receive care as needed.
• Develops and implements procedures to ensure student safety.  Collaborates with campus units to ensure compliance to with external regulations and laws, including DHEC regulations, fire code regulations, and attendance regulations.
• Develops and implements a student life curriculum and activities to include instructional goals, educational programming, and recreational events.  Coordinates with a functional student life team to support the work of the department.
• Coordinates and supports parent communications and programming.  Serves as a liaison with parents, prospective parents, prospective students, and the general public.
• Develops and implements the school’s orientation program.  Administers room assignments, check-in, and housing facility oversight.
• Manages the facilities associated with the residential house, equipment, and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in student, human or social service programs.
 

Applicant must be able to identify, develop, and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community.

• Must be able to supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work variable hours and shifts, including 2-3 weekends per month.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in student service affairs or related field with 3-5 years of experience.

Additional Comments

The SC Governor's School for Arts and Humanities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
 
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.