POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Housing is a full-time, 12-month position that reports directly to the Dean of Residential Learning. The Director of Housing is responsible for operational processes, including room assignment processes, to house approximately 2400 students within 12 different residential housing areas. The Director of Housing also directly coordinates and provides oversight for Undergraduate Married Housing and Graduate Housing areas and serves on the Residential Learning leadership team.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
The Director of Housing position reports directly to the Dean of Residential Learning.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee all aspects of the housing process for new and returning students, project annual housing needs, and manage available campus housing
Coordinate and oversee Graduate Housing and Married Housing areas, including supervision of Graduate Assistants for these areas.
Serve as member of the Residential Learning Leadership Team, helping to provide vision, oversight, and development for 10 Resident Directors and up to 4 Graduate Assistants
Coordinate room changes, cancellations, and additions before, during, and between Fall Semester, Spring Semester, May Term and Summer Sessions.
Communicate with students, parents, and employees that have questions or concerns related to residential student housing
Communicate all housing processes and expectations to returning residential students
Oversee the programming, training, and implementation of the housing system software
Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with Admissions, Student Accounts, Financial Aid, and other key partners across campus.
Partner with Food Service provider to implement meal plan options and ensure proper billing.
Manage operational budgets of areas under direct supervision
Communicate with RDs regularly to ensure housing records are complete and accurate
Assist with the presentation of housing information to prospective families during New Student Registrations
Serve as the content manager for Housing on the university portal and external website
Maintain residence hall room furniture inventory
Coordinate all aspects of the U-Loft in-house lofting program
Serve on committees and taskforces within the university as assigned and requested
Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with Indiana Wesleyan Universitys mission and goals
Fulfill other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
The Director of Housing directly supervises Graduate Assistants for Undergraduate Married Housing and Graduate Housing areas.
QUALIFICATIONS
According to Indiana Wesleyan University's employment policy, all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in Student Affairs or related field strongly preferred.
Experience
Prior leadership in Residence Life or a residential community preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Required Skills
Ability to work both independently and as a willing and effective member of a larger team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and administrative abilities.
Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
