Area Coordinator, Residence Life

Company Description

Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.

Augsburg's mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Benefits at Augsburg

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including:

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US
• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire
• Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Job Description

This position requires the incumbent to live on campus in University provided housing. The housing package includes on-campus housing (2-bedroom apartment + utilities), a meal plan, discounted underground heated parking, and a flexible partner/pet policy.

The Area Coordinator supports the Assistant Director of Residence Life with departmental planning, student leader selection and training, and student leadership and development. The Area Coordinator will provide essential leadership in crisis management, student welfare concerns, and administrative responsibilities relative to the operation of a comprehensive residential program.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the academic mission of the University within the residence halls through leading efforts around student learning/development, community development, and civic engagement programming.
• Provide leadership of a residential area, including supervision and evaluation of student leaders, including Resident Assistants and Leads.
• Advise and mentor individual students, provide support to students of concern, and conduct mediations between residents.
• Coordinate the development of programs and activities within the residential area; work with student leaders to develop a program vision, implement quality concerns, and track programmatic efforts including managing a programming budget.
• Direct overall housing operations in residential and office facilities within the area.
• Oversee secondary assignments within the office as determined by the needs of the department.
• Assist the department with tasks such as housing selection, student leader selection, and student leader training.
• Participate as part of the on-call duty rotation, including weekends and holidays, and respond to crisis and emergency situations.
• Work collaboratively with campus partners, including but not limited to facilities, public safety, and other student support areas.
• Serve as a hearing officer for student conduct cases, including communicating and enforcing student responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

Additional Examples of Work Performed:

• Participate in short- and long-range planning for the department.
• Serve on University committees and work groups.
• Familiarity with university and community resources for referral and outreach opportunities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• This position requires the incumbent to live on campus in University provided housing.
• Typical work environment is an office, working at a desk for long periods of time.
• Regular phone and computer use.

Qualifications

Required:

• BA/BS or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional live in residence life experience or residence life graduate assistant experience

Preferred:

• Master's degree in student development administration or student affairs or another related field.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to conduct a full range of administrative functions and project management effectively, with solid organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead/teach.
• Ability to work in a team environment, work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate patience and understanding.
• Previous supervisory experience and leadership skills.

Additional Information

Applicants must submit the following for consideration:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Augsburg's Statement regarding COVID-19 Vaccinations

For the safety of our students, employees and the community in which we live and work, Augsburg requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to religious or medical reasons, Augsburg offers exemptions and accommodations.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.