Residence Director - Residential Life

About Franklin & Marshall College:
Franklin & Marshall College is a residential college dedicated to excellence in undergraduate liberal education. Its aims are to inspire in young people of high promise and diverse backgrounds a genuine and enduring love for learning, to teach them to read, write, and think critically, to instill in them the capacity for both independent and collaborative action, and to educate them to explore and understand the natural, social, and cultural worlds in which they live. In so doing, the College seeks to foster in its students' qualities of intellect, creativity, and character, that they may live fulfilling lives and contribute meaningfully to their occupations, their communities, and their world.

Franklin & Marshall is excited to recruit for candidates to apply for positions in a reimagined housing model designed to enhance the student experience at F&M. This new model, which will take effect in the 2025-26 academic year, prioritizes student well-being, fosters academic and social engagement, and strengthens our sense of community. These Residence Director positions are broken into two keys areas: College House Directors who are responsible for the first-year experience, and Upper Class Area Directors who are focused on the Sophomore, Junior & Senior experience.


Job Description:
Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for 5 full-time Residence Directors.

Job Details:

• Location: F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
• Classification: Full-time, Exempt
• Schedule: 40 hours, Monday to Friday. Evening and weekends when required. On-Call, Live-On position.
• Reports to: Executive Director of Residential Life
• Department: Residential Life
• Approved Annual Salary: $50,000.00 plus room & board.

Job Description:

The Residence Director is responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and academically supportive environment for students living in their assigned College House. This position supervises and supports a team of students (House Advisors), overseeing activities directly pertaining to either the first-year experience OR the Sophomore/Junior/Senior experience, and serving as a key resource for residents throughout the academic year. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall student experience by promoting a community-oriented atmosphere that encourages personal growth, academic success, and social well-being.

Essential Functions:

• Create a positive and supportive living environment within the College House.
• Supervise, mentor, and assist in the training of House Advisors (HAs) to assist with programming, conflict resolution, student engagement, and retention.
• Provide direct support to students to successfully navigate the academic, social, and personal challenges.
• Coordinate the daily operations of the assigned residential area, ensuring compliance with housing policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and support house programs, events, and activities that promote community engagement, inclusivity, and student development. Collaborate with other campus departments and student organizations.
• Handle and document routine house policy violations, interpersonal conflicts and minor offenses, providing education and restorative measures where appropriate. Refer serious acts of misconduct to the Executive Director of Residential Life.
• Be available for on-call emergency response and assist with crisis intervention when necessary. Serve as a resource for students during times of personal or academic crisis, collaborating with other campus offices to provide support.
• Communicate regularly with the Executive Director of Residential Life, keeping them informed of any issues, trends, or developments in the College House community.
• Advise students involved in the house government, providing guidance and support.
• Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and staff meetings. Stay current on trends in student development, residential life, and higher education to ensure best practices in student support and community-building.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors' Degree.
• At least one year of post-baccalaureate professional related experience.
• Ability to handle difficult and sensitive situations effectively, demonstrating sound judgment and professionalism.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Products (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Evidence of a commitment to community and belonging.
• This is a live-in position. The College House Director must reside in the College House (or in an available on-campus apartment) as designated by the College.
• This position requires the employee to be on-call, available to respond to urgent issues outside of regular working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employee may be contacted by phone, email, or messaging services and must be able to respond in a timely manner when in the on-call rotation.
• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority. Ensure that incidents are passed on to the appropriate campus authorities, such as campus security or law enforcement.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree.
• 3 or more years of experience in residential life or a related field.

Additional Information:
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events. To learn more about our Benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.

Application Instructions:
All submitted materials must be submitted via this online process. We regret we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted via mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please ensure that you provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating that your application materials have been received. Individuals who need accommodations due to a disability in order to submit an application or attend an employment interview should contact Human Resources at (717) 358-3996.

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