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Iowa State University is seeking a dedicated and community-oriented Residence Hall Coordinator for Wilson Hall. This live-in position offers the opportunity to foster a vibrant residential community by managing student programs and addressing conduct issues while ensuring adherence to university policies. Active involvement in committee and department work is essential, as is a strong presence within the residential community.

In this role, you will enhance academic achievement by thoughtfully utilizing space and creating a supportive environment aligned with community living standards. You will guide students in navigating their academic and social transitions, providing advice and counseling to develop their academic and interpersonal skills. As part of your responsibilities, you'll interpret and enforce university policies while overseeing the conduct system, including handling disciplinary cases.

Collaboration is key, as you'll work with academic departments and build strong relationships with Learning Communities. Your role includes preparing reports on residence life operations and ensuring the communitys smooth operation during semester transitions and break periods. You'll coordinate with dining, custodial, maintenance, and facilities staff to maintain high-quality service and oversee repairs. Leading and supervising undergraduate Community Advisor staff is also a vital part of the job.

The ideal candidate will hold a Masters degree and have experience in a leadership position within a college environment. Preferred qualifications include roles such as Resident or Graduate Assistant, engagement with academic initiatives, and expertise in staff supervision. Experience advising student organizations and managing crisis intervention is highly valued.

This position includes on-campus living in a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit where pets are welcome. Iowa State University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement, along with a supportive work culture that values innovation and community.

Join us in creating a dynamic living and learning environment at Wilson Hall.

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• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision

• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode

• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope

• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained

• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate

• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity

• May provide guidance to students

This is a fixed term position, with expectation for renewal based on availability of funding. To guarantee full consideration, applications must be received by9/16/2025

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

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To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application.

Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

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.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans

• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)

• Life insurance and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Various voluntary benefits and discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellbeing program

• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

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About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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