Area Coordinator, Residence Life - Houston, United States - Houston Christian University

Houston Christian University

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Houston, United States

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Description

Area Coordinator

Reports to:
Associate Director of Residence Life

Job status:
Exempt

Position Summary:

The Area Coordinator (AC) is a full-time, twelve-month, live-in professional who reports directly to the Associate Director of Residence Life.

The mission of Residence Life at HCU is to develop a community that will enhance the emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual welfare of each student.

The Area Coordinator plays an integral role in accomplishing this mission and cultivating a residential community that honors and glorifies the Lord.

The purpose of the AC role is to bring belonging to each student through programming, intentional conversations, enforcing HCU policies, and maintaining a visible presence in their areas.

The AC role is essential in fostering a healthy community.

Responsibilities:

Directly supervises and supports 812 Resident Assistants and 1 Graduate Assistant
Manages student care in a residential area (including oncall rotation, emergency responses, advising students, and administrative followup).
Performs administrative responsibilities for the residence hall including management of a budget and organization of housing details.
Personally engage in discipling RD and RA staff to understand the calling and opportunities of Christian spiritual formation possible within their roles in Residence Life
Respond to emergencies and crisis situations as part of the admin oncall team
Oversee and guide Resident Assistants in implementing programs that support student learning within an established programming framework.
Clearly communicate departmental and universitywide policies to students and staff
Creates an environment which promotes and fosters living and learning outside of the classroom and supports the vision of HCU and the Department of Residence Life
Facilitate interviewing and selection process of R.A. staff
Facilitates the development of Resident Assistants through Fall training, Spring training, and monthly professional development sessions
Assists Professional Staff and Resident Assistants in the planning and implementation of tent pole events. (2 each semester)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Student Development, Higher Education Administration, or closely related field preferred
Prior collegiate residence life work experience preferred
Exhibit an active Christian faith and support the University's "Ten Pillars" vision
Have strong interpersonal and administrative skills
Availability for some night and weekend programming

Additional Information
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

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