Overview of Director, Housing and Residential
Education
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This position is located on our Hammond, IN
campus
Our Department of Housing and Residential Education at Purdue
University Northwest is seeking a Director to join our University
Village Community. We create an inclusive and positive
student-centered environment by providing affordable, safe and
convenient apartment-style living. Through high-quality,
interactive and relevant programs, we support and complement each
residential student’s academic experience. With our dedication to
co-curricular practices, we continue to build and enhance the PNW
on campus experience; equipping our residents to become productive
global citizens. Click here for more information about
Housing at Purdue University Northwest.
Duties and Responsibilities of Director, Housing and Residential
Education
• Supervise two housing senior leadership positions at the
associate or assistant director level as well as the Housing
Clerk.
• Implement and enforce housing policies while also addressing
student needs and providing appropriate training to housing staff
to support these areas.
• Oversee housing budget, including approving expenditures and
making decisions, in conjunction with the Assistant Vice Chancellor
for Housing and Student Life about large department projects and
expenditures. This also includes management of the housing
collection process and approving hall improvement projects in
coordination with the Housing Facilities Manager.
• Manages the occupancy of University Village by ensuring that
housing services are marketed appropriately and by strong oversight
of the assignments process. This position will manage all off
campus housing options as required to manage hall occupancy and be
involved in the master planning for housing at PNW.
• Assess housing services and make necessary changes based on
these assessments with a goal of continuous improvement.
Benefits of Director, Housing and Residential Education
• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability,
Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 22 days’ vacation plus roll over
• University contribution of 10% to retirement immediately
• University contributions to Health Savings Account –
• Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University
Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children
at any Purdue campus
For more information on our excellent benefit package, please
visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan
university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our
students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving
approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we
value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate
diversity.
PNW sits between Chicago’s skyscrapers and Lake Michigan’s
sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just
a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes
National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.
Education of Director, Housing and Residential Education
• Master’s Degree in Higher Education or a related field
Experience of Director, Housing and Residential Education
• 5-10 years, post masters, professional experience working in
university housing.
Core Competencies of Director, Housing and Residential
Education
• Evidence of good communication skills
• Strong collaboration experience with other campus units
• Experience working with a budget
• Ability to lead a team of student and professional staff
• Occupancy management skills, including working with assignments
and a housing software system (e.g. Star Rez, RMS, etc…)
• Experience creating and implementing new programs
• Experience working in a diverse environment and creating
programs to support a diverse student population
• Be able to articulate the importance of student development and
ways they have supported and challenged students using this
knowledge
Additional Information
Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of
employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful
background check along with a motor vehicle records check if
applicable.
Purdue University Northwest is an EOE/AA employer fully committed
to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including
minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected
veterans are encouraged to apply.
FLSA Status
Exempt
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