Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Apply NowCompany: East Tennessee State University
Location: Johnson City, TN 37601
Description:
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Department
Housing and Residence Life - 50780
Pay Grade
14
Job Category
Administrative
Job Summary
The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life designs and develops staffing structure to effectively accomplish the organization's goals and objectives. Provides oversight for the development of staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage and directs the recruiting, selecting, hiring, supervising and evaluation process of over 100 professional, support, and student staff.
The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life is responsible for the administration and management of all on-campus housing facilities and works to develop a residential community that is responsive to student needs and fosters and promotes student learning and success.The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life provides overall leadership and administration of Housing and Residential Life for East Tennessee State University. Serves as the senior housing officer responsible for the operation of the Housing and Residential Life program that serves approximately 3350 students living in 11 residence halls and apartments. Manages an annual budget of $20 million, supervises and directs full-time staff of 15, manages and maintains over 1 million square feet of residential facilities. Directs staff in providing a robust and comprehensive programming model that includes residential education and community building. Establishes and implements short-range and long-range organizational goals, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures. Evaluates operational effectiveness and programmatic effectiveness and leads change for improvement.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:
Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.
ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary
Starting at $110,000, with potential for adjustment based on qualifications, education, and relevant experience.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS01513P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check?
Yes
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source?
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
Open Date
02/14/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume with a cover letter and contact information for three to five references.
Administrative/Professional positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Position Information
Job Title
Executive Director of Housing and Residence Life
Department
Housing and Residence Life - 50780
Pay Grade
14
Job Category
Administrative
Job Summary
The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life designs and develops staffing structure to effectively accomplish the organization's goals and objectives. Provides oversight for the development of staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage and directs the recruiting, selecting, hiring, supervising and evaluation process of over 100 professional, support, and student staff.
The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life is responsible for the administration and management of all on-campus housing facilities and works to develop a residential community that is responsive to student needs and fosters and promotes student learning and success.The Executive Directorof Housing and Residence Life provides overall leadership and administration of Housing and Residential Life for East Tennessee State University. Serves as the senior housing officer responsible for the operation of the Housing and Residential Life program that serves approximately 3350 students living in 11 residence halls and apartments. Manages an annual budget of $20 million, supervises and directs full-time staff of 15, manages and maintains over 1 million square feet of residential facilities. Directs staff in providing a robust and comprehensive programming model that includes residential education and community building. Establishes and implements short-range and long-range organizational goals, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures. Evaluates operational effectiveness and programmatic effectiveness and leads change for improvement.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:
- Paid time off & leave
- 17 paid holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Health and life insurance
- Retirement
- Access to University facilities and services and much more!
Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.
ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of basic housing administration and management.
- Knowledge of university and housing policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of administrative and budget processes.
- Knowledge of physical facilities management and maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of the elements of effective supervision.
- Ability to evaluate situations and make sound judgments.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, faculty and the general public.
- Ability to network, form partnerships, and work as a team member.
- Ability to provide leadership and to implement a vision. Ability to project or forecast university housing needs.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree.
- Three (3) years of experience at a senior housing management level position.
- Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
- Three (3) years of experience in facilities management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree.
- Five (5) years of experience at a senior housing management level position.
Salary
Starting at $110,000, with potential for adjustment based on qualifications, education, and relevant experience.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS01513P
Is this position subject to a criminal background check?
Yes
Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source?
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
Open Date
02/14/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a resume with a cover letter and contact information for three to five references.
Administrative/Professional positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.