Area Coordinator Job Listing at DePaul University in Chicago, IL (Job ID 1470)

Description

The Highlights: The Area Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life and is responsible for the management of a comprehensive and inclusive residential living program including the management of an Area Office (keys, forms, processes, etc.) and co-management of summer programs. The Area Coordinator is a full-time professional position in the Department of Housing and Residence Life and supervises 2-3  Residence Directors and several student Area Office Assistants. The Area Coordinator supports living and learning environments that encourage community development, retention, and healthy and safe living. Area Coordinators are expected to incorporate an interactive and intentional approach to student learning, empowerment, and personal growth.

What You'll Do:

• Directly supervises 2-3 Residence Directors and several student Area Office Assistants. 
• Manages an Area Office and performs administrative functions for day-to-day operations of the residential area assigned. Maintains office hours for availability to residents and staff, including some evening and weekend commitments. 
• Oversees the implementation and evaluation of educational opportunities in the residence halls, including support/resources for events, the residential curriculum, living learning communities, residential assessment and academic support initiatives. 
• Oversees maintenance, damage billing, and facility condition in cooperation with Facility Operations guidelines. 
• Supports the housing operations of residential buildings including quarterly Health & Safety inspections, in addition to quarterly opening and closings. 
• Assists with advice, support, and referrals to students regarding academic, housing, and personal concerns. Provide conflict mediation, crisis intervention, health & safety support, and appropriate follow-up for students in the residential community.
• Serves as a conduct officer for student conduct cases, some of which are at higher levels of seriousness. Addresses student and parent issues arising from student conduct, counseling, and crisis-related concerns. 
• Co-manage the on-campus summer programs to support all summer residents (including conference guests) from a living and facilities standpoint. Facilitate hiring and management of all summer staff, coordinate summer program arrivals and departures, and support summer programming initiatives.
• Participate in the 24/7 on-duty emergency response system for the campus community. Provide conflict mediation, crisis intervention, health & safety support, and appropriate follow-up for students in the residential community. 
• The Area Coordinator directly supervises 2-3 Residence Directors and several student Area Office Assistants.
• The Area Coordinator has responsibility for the indirect oversight and management of programming budgets that range from $5,000 to $13,000. Additionally, the Area Coordinator oversees a student service budget for the Area Offices. 
  
   

What You'll Need:

• Master's degree required in College Student Personnel, Higher Education/Student Affairs, or another related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in residence life and/or other areas of student affairs; experience in supervising/advising 
• Ability and willingness to work varied hours including evenings and weekends as needed 
• Ability and willingness to reside in the assigned residence hall community (furnished 2- bedroom apartment) 
• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work effectively with colleagues and students in and outside of Student Affairs.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, crisis management, and retention efforts
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Windows, Teams, Zoom, Maxient, StarRez, and Salesforce.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work and make decisions in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to effectively interact with students, parents, colleagues, staff and faculty.
• Ability to effectively interact with the professional and paraprofessional staff in the department.
• Ability to provide both a student-centered and a customer service orientation.
• Appreciation for and commitment to multiculturalism and diversity issues.
   

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)  
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act  

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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