Assistant Director of Residence Life & Housin at Chaminade University Of Honolulu

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Housing Operations Management, Facility Management, Student Support, Conflict Mediation, Budget Management, Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Emergency Response, Staff Supervision, Occupancy Management, Database Administration, Marketing, Reporting and Analysis, Event Coordination, Student Engagement, Policy Development

Industry

Higher Education

Description

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU MISSION STATEMENT Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims. I. Position Information Title: Assistant Director of Residence Life & Housing Division: Student Affairs Division Department: Residence Life & Housing Exempt Full Time EAM ________(HR to fill out) II. Position Summary The role of the Assistant Director of Residence Life & Housing has significant responsibility for being the departmental lead for overall operations and residence hall facility management; adding to a robust living experience through use of marketing, technology, amenities, and assessments; and administering a centralized summer housing/conference services process for community as well as guests of Chaminade University. The Assistant Director works cooperatively with all Residence Life & Housing staff in support and implementation of the University mission and actively collaborates with a variety of campus partners to achieve common goals towards the enrollment and retention of students. III. Reports to: Direct Report to: Director of Residence Life & Housing IV. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Housing Operations & Administrative Management • Serve as primary administrator of housing assignments, occupancy management, and related databases (eRezLife, Colleague, etc.). • Manage housing applications, deposits, assignments, roommate pairings, meal plans, parking assignments, room changes, and occupancy records for all university academic terms. • Maintain housing records, emergency contact information, housing agreements, rosters, room lists, and approved accommodations. • Coordinate residence hall openings, closings, inspections, inventory processes, damage billing, and key management. • Generate reports, occupancy projections, and financial analyses. • Coordinate with the Business Office, IT, Facilities, Dining Services, and other campus partners to support housing operations. • Assist with budget management, departmental assessment, surveys, and reporting. • Oversee summer housing and conference housing operations, including scheduling, billing, and staffing. • Provide operational support to front desk staff, including participation in office opening and closing responsibilities. Student Support, Community Development & Resident Engagement • Communicate with students in a timely manner regarding housing applications, assignments, room changes, and residential policies. • Respond to inquiries from students, families, faculty, staff, and administrators. • Provide student support, mediate conflicts, and make appropriate referrals for personal, behavioral, and wellness concerns. • Serve as advisor to the Residence Hall Association and promote student involvement. • Send regular communications to residents, as needed, and solicit resident feedback. • Assist with efforts to maximize occupancy in the residence halls by coordinating marketing efforts, monitoring the application and assignments process, and providing quality services and operations to students that enhance the residential experience. • Support the department's mission, values, and community-building efforts, with emphasis on the departmental motto – “Aloha Lives Here". • Serve as a secondary member of the university Care Team. Leadership, Facilities Oversight & Emergency Response • Assist the Director in supervising, recruiting, selecting, training, and supporting Residence Life staff. • Oversee day-to-day residential facility management and assist in supporting daily Residence Life operations. • Coordinate maintenance, cleaning, renovation projects, safety inspections, and vendor services. • Participate in strategic planning, policy development, assessment initiatives, and implementation of departmental goals. • Utilize quantitative and qualitative metrics to guide departmental decisions and measure progress. • Maintain collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders and external housing professionals. • Serve in the 24-hour on-call rotation and respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents. • Assist with crisis management, emergency preparedness, severe weather response, move-in/move-out operations, and other special events. • Attend professional development training, serve on university committees, and represent the department in campus-wide initiatives. V. Disclaimer This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. The percentages regarding the essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management. VI. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving: An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director leads overall housing operations, facility management, and the administration of summer housing and conference services. They are responsible for student support, community development, and managing the residential experience to aid in student enrollment and retention.