Residential Learning Coordinator

If you enjoy making a difference, then being a part of Housing and Residence Life at Ball State is the place for you! We take great pride in our Housing and Residence Life team. We represent a variety of colleges and universities throughout the country and our team possesses a high degree of skill and expertise. Join us at Ball State University for great colleagues, valuable training, on-going professional development, and an opportunity to invest in students' success.

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Facilitate student learning and development; coordinate residential curriculum model in residence halls; manage administrative functions in two designated residence halls. There is typically a four-year limit of service as a Residential Learning Coordinator at Ball State.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by July 31, 2025.

Residence hall administration or other related experience.

Must be available to begin work on July 1, 2025.

Master's degree from an accredited institution in discipline represented within student affairs administration or a related field.

At least one year full-time experience in residence hall administration or a related field. P3 management experience, student affairs experience, or other related experience preferred.

Assistant Residential Learning Coordinators, students.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

The wage for this opportunity is $36,000.00 - $38,000.00 depending on education/experience.

Develop and implement intentional learning experiences through implementation of the Residential Curriculum in two residence halls.

Advise, counsel, and establish rapport with students to assist them in adjusting to residence hall living in particular and college life in general. Assist students in developing healthy relationships with their roommate and the residence hall community in general. Refer residents to appropriate University or Community resources.

Collaborate with the Residential Learning Team in developing residential learning communities.

Select, train, advise and supervise six to eight resident assistants; train, advise and supervise assistant residential learning coordinator.

Exercise general supervision over main hall desk operation for two halls; coordinate student related programs for residence hall desk operations.

Hire, train, and supervise twelve to sixteen student desk employees for the residence hall.

Work with supervised staff to develop and implement policies and procedures to insure healthy and safe environment; build and maintain an atmosphere to promote self-discipline and respect for others through upholding and enforcing university policies.

Perform administrative duties to maintain an efficient, functioning residence hall; tasks include assigning rooms; controlling keys; maintaining records; and preparing necessary requisitions and reports for other university departments.

Respond to emergency situations in an efficient and effective manner to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.

Monitor the condition of facilities; recommend repairs or alterations as needed.

Support and advise hall council and other student groups regarding planning, budgeting, and implementing student experiential learning activities.

Participate in the overall planning of the total residence hall program; work closely with other housing area personnel in carrying out programs and services; support the development of budget requests.

Establish relationships with other departments within Student Affairs and the University; assume a leadership position within the department through committee work, activities, liaison work with other departments, and professional and staff in-service activities.

Teach academic course for students interested in student affairs work in residence halls.

Work irregular hours; may be called upon to respond to hall events and emergencies as needed. Serve in on-call duty rotation for a designated area on a regularly scheduled basis.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Kyla McKillip, Interim Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition, at work@bsu.edu

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.