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About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, MassArt is the first freestanding public college of art and design in the United States. The College excels in the education of professional artists, designers, and art educators and is an integral contributor to the cultural and intellectual life and creative economy of the Greater Boston region, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and beyond. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We respect, value, and celebrate the strengths, characteristics, and perspectives of all and promote an inclusive environment that leverages the unique contributions of each individual, group, and organization into all aspects of our work.

Social inclusion at MassArt honors our commitment to diversity & inclusion by recognizing the integrity, contributions, strengths, and value of different cultural, language, and social groups. Social inclusion includes, but is not limited to, race/ethnicity, physical abilities/qualities, disability, gender, sexual orientation, age, religious beliefs, class, educational background, and employment category.

Job Description:

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW & POSITION SUMMARY:

The Residence Hall Director is an eleven (11) month professional live-in position and includes the management and overall operation of a Residence Hall during the academic year and residential life responsibilities during the summer. This 48 week position with four (4) weeks off in the summer months as determined by the College with possible employment opportunities in a different department during the off month. Our Residence Hall Director positions include the joint management of neighboring institutions leasing space.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design works with a Property Management Company regarding the maintenance of the on-campus housing program. The Property Management Company is responsible for security, facilities/maintenance, summer leasing/conferencing and damage billing. It is the responsibility of the Residence Hall Director and the Property Manager to work together to address resident needs, establish clear guidelines and to follow policies that have been established through Massachusetts College of Art and Design.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Residential Experience
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Paraprofessional staff

SALARY: $37,500

This position is governed by the APA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

To be considered for the positon, please apply DIRECTLY to the MassArt employment opportunities page: https://massart.interviewexchange.com/static/clients/576MAM1/index.jsp

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Support programming model and philosophy by planning, organizing, and directing student activities and programs within the residence halls.
• Educate and enforce all MassArt policies and procedures including MassArt community standards, residence hall policies, expectations, and regulations to individual students and groups in the residence halls.
• Build relationships with residents in order to facilitate referrals to appropriate academic and/or administrative departments.
• Provide appropriate counseling to students and make referrals.
• Serve as a hearing officer for student conduct matters.
• Develop, coordinate and implement educational programs on topics related to issues of social justice.
• Supervise, evaluate, and establish performance goals for paraprofessional staff in the building and (if appointed) leadership positions within the Department of Housing and Residence Life.
• Conduct weekly supervisory meetings, monthly staff development sessions, and Social Justice Seminars with staff on a group and individual basis.
• Assist paraprofessional staff in dealing with student concerns.
• Responsible for the recruitment and hiring and scheduling of paraprofessional staff duty rosters.
• Collaborate with other College members to provide paraprofessional staff in-service training.
• Coordinate coverage and maintain regular office hours for the Residence Hall Director office.
• Supervise the administrative duties associated with the operation of the residence halls (i.e. mail, posting, bulletin boards, etc.).
• Supervise the issuance, collection, and control of room and building keys.
• Maintain appropriate management records and provide written reports and summaries as requested.
• Coordinate the opening and closing of the residence halls.
• Assist with room selection and coordinate/approve all room changes with the Housing office.
• Work with partnering institutions that share MassArt housing and MassArt leases space.
• Collaborate with partnering institutions' offices to determine disciplinary sanctions, meetings, and procedures.
• Set-up regular meetings with partner institutions to discuss building operations and issues related to Residence Life.
• Establish check-in procedures and staff utilization for check-in and check-out of partner institutions students.
• May be responsible for the indirect supervision/support and training the partner institutions' resident assistants staffed in the building.
• If the schedule permits, take part in partner institutions' orientation events.
• In partnership with the property management company, ensure facility maintenance, perform inspections of student rooms to maintain appropriate standards of health and safety.
• Report needed repairs, and follow-ups to maintenance staff and Property Manager.
• Partner with the security officers within the residence halls regarding building emergencies.
• Report any Property management supervised staff policy violations to the Property Manager.
• Represent the Office of Housing and Residence Life on committees as required during the academic year.
• Participate in Residence Life office functions (i.e. room selection, staff selection, etc.) and College functions as deemed necessary by the Director of Housing and Residence Life.
• Participate in the determination of new program directions for the Office of Housing and Residence Life.
• Be an active participant in events run by the Colleges of the Fenway.
• Investigate policy violations that may involve policies related to the Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Affirmative Action Plan.
• Participate in and assist in planning College-wide events (including but not limited to): Commencement, Orientation, opening/closing of Residence Halls.
• Attend professional training workshops provided by Housing and Residence Life, the Office of Student Development, and the Colleges of the Fenway.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Housing and Residence Life, the Vice President and AVP/Dean of Students.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree with experience in Student Affairs.
• Demonstrated experience with issues of Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Demonstrated experience with supervision of large groups

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Provide professional staff on-call coverage as required during evening and weekend hours during the year (this includes all breaks and summer coverage).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Counseling, or a related field.
• Post baccalaureate Residence Director or Assistant Residence Director Experience.
• Multilingual a plus
• Previous on-call professional duty experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of training in Inclusivity and issues of Social Justice
• Experience as an hearing officer for Student Conduct
• Knowledge of Academic and College policies
• Experience with Crisis Management/Case Management
• Experience with Conduct Management

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This is a full-time live-on position.
• ADA accessible two-bedroom fully furnished apartment with a full kitchen and a meal plan during the academic year.
• Partners/Families and Pets allowed with approval of the Director of Housing and Residence Life and AVP/Dean of Students.
• The position is a designated essential personnel staff position which means (absent of extreme circumstances) all scheduled work is to take place on-campus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 15 lbs.

Additional Information:

Please note MassArt does not provide:

• Employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• Reimbursement for travel.

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check relative to prior criminal convictions and pending cases, as well as Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks relative to prior sexual offenses committed as an adult or juvenile will be conducted on the final candidate prior to an offer of employment. MassArt requires specific written authorization to conduct background checks. Failure to provide such authorization shall preclude your application from receiving further consideration.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to have received the COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of your start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided during the onboarding process.

MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment

Application Instructions:

Resume/Cover Letter