The Position

“One of my favorite parts of the hall director position at ISU is that my days are never the same. I have the opportunity to do so many different things each day/week/semester and it is impossible to become bored or complacent. It is really awesome that the department supports us to make each residence hall community unique and fit the needs of the students who live here. I also really love the students that I have the opportunity to work with. They are what make this job worthwhile and fun. I get to have great conversations every day about everything from academic pursuits to favorite TV shows. There is not a day that goes by that I am not excited to go to work.” - Kate Garrett, Willow Hall Director

“I enjoy my position at Iowa State for many reasons. The flexibility and autonomy that we are awarded as Hall Directors is great. I can do my job the way that fits my style and also the personality of my building, which may not be like my colleagues. I am also able to pursue my interests in the position and around campus. I have been able to work outside of the department on several committees and to teach, which is a huge asset to not only my professional development but also working with students on a grander level. It is a rewarding position because of the people you work with-both students and colleagues alike. I love that every day presents its own challenges and opportunities to learn.” - Stephanie Whitener, Upper Friley Hall Director

“Being a Hall Director is exciting because I get to do a variety of work and develop in multiple areas! I am gaining experience with educational programming, a variety of administrative tasks, conduct hearings, mental health, crisis counseling, staff supervision, student organizations, department committees and more. Being a Hall Director is rewarding, for every day I get to work closely with students. Residents come to me with a variety of issues, and I get to help them find the answers, solve those issues, and grow. Other aspects of the position that I really appreciate are the department’s commitment to diversity, professional development funds that each Hall Director gets, the opportunity to teach a course, and my AMAZING co-workers. The Hall Director team and Department of Residence in general are all about sharing and helping each other be successful. The support here is awesome; we have a lot of fun!” - Noelle Weber, Oak-Elm Hall Director

 

Vacancy ID #: 111074

Title: Residence Hall Coordinator (Hall Director)

Employing Department: Residence

Appointment Conditions: Term, 12 Months, Full Time, Appointment ending 06-30-2013 with possibility of renewal.

Proposed Start Date: 07-01-2012.

Job Description: The Hall Directors are live-in staff members who are responsible for creating a living/learning community which contributes to the personal and academic success of residents through collaboration with students, staff, and faculty. The size of each residence hall community ranges from 300 to 750 residents. The Hall Director's major functions are to supervise a Community Advisor Staff, provide direction and supervision in specific assignments (hall desk, student government, etc.), and respond to a wide variety of academic and personal development situations. Approximately ½ of the Hall Directors supervise a graduate assistant.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two years experience in a college level leadership position OR a Master's degree and related experience which includes a college level leadership position. 

Preferred Qualifications: Master's in student personnel or related area. Experience as a Resident or Graduate Assistant. Experience working with academic initiatives; undergraduate students; staff supervision, selection and training; and judicial process. Experience working with under represented student populations and student organization advising.

Salary: $35,926 with Masters; $33,926 w/o Masters, plus apartment, board, Ethernet, laundry. 

Special Conditions: Board provided when ISU Dining service is open. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check.  

Application Instructions:

Application must be submitted online. To apply for this position, CLICK HERE and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Letter of Application / Cover Letter
  3. Contact information for five references. Please include the relationship of each reference, i.e. supervisor, etc.

To ensure consideration, submit application by 02-16-2012.

If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please email Sarah Holmes, sholmes@iastate.edu or call 515-294-5520.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.