We, the staff of the Department of Residential Life, have a vision for our work, "Learning, Growing, Mattering: for every person, on every floor, in every community."

We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds who can help create and foster communities that strive toward this vision. This includes supporting the academic mission of the university by developing environments conducive to student learning and academic success, respecting, appreciating, and advocating for the diversity of our student population, and supporting the holistic development of all of our students.

Our undergraduate residence hall communities typically house 450-650 students. Our 17 full-time, professional Residence Hall Directors each supervise 8 to 12 Resident Advisors, student support staff, and collaborate with 1-2 Multicultural Advocates to lead them in the fulfillment of our vision. They advise and mentor student leaders to make a difference in the lives of their peers. RDs work collaboratively both within the Department of Residential Life/University Housing and on campus with talented Student Affairs and Academic Affairs staff to provide innovative services, programs, and leadership to the campus community. Residence Hall Directors are at the heart of what we do for and with students.

Requirements for Candidacy
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one academic year full-time (1 yr. graduate work = .5 year full time) work experience by the time of appointment as a full-time residence hall director or work in a related field (higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, etc.) or a Master's degree and part-time work experience in a closely related field is required (graduate assistantships are considered part-time work).

A Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Higher Education, and Counseling or a related field and current work in residential life or student affairs is strongly preferred. Desired candidates will have working knowledge of student learning and student development, supervisory skills, successful community building strategies, conflict mediation skills, interpersonal skills, and experience working successfully with diverse college student populations.

Security Requirements
Additionally, this position is a security sensitive position. All finalists for our vacancies will require a background check and final offers will be contingent upon the results of the background checks. The University ensures that all background checks are held in compliance with all federal and state statutes, and campus policy. Information attained from the background check will be kept strictly confidential. Finalists will have the right to request a copy of the report the University will receive.

Contract and Salary
The RD position is a full-time, live-in, twelve-month regular Academic Professional appointment beginning July 5, 2010 (first year of professional staff training). Starting salary is $31,000 minimum for candidates with a Master's degree, $28,500 minimum for candidates with a Bachelor's degree plus full-time experience. Additionally, Residence Hall Directors have opportunities to engage in a variety of professional development programs, which may include the ability to attend conferences and workshops. Involvement in professional organizations and conferences is highly valued. Relocation expenses up to $500 may be available. Professional travel depends on the annual budget.

Department Benefits

An apartment located in the residence hall is provided and required as part of the live-in position. One or two bedroom furnished apartments (depending on hall placement) include utilities, cable television, local phone service, high-speed Internet connection, and air conditioning. One parking pass for lots in close proximity to their hall is also provided to Residence Hall Directors. A meal plan is provided when residence hall dining service is in operation. Domestic partners are allowed to share apartment facilities and meal plans.

University Benefits
Cumulative sick leave; group health, including options for same-sex domestic partners, vision, dental and life insurance with options for dependents; full tuition and partial fee waiver for two units per semester (approximately 2 courses) with approval of supervisor after the first semester of employment; state retirement and other benefits for academic professionals. Twenty-four vacation days and regular university holidays.

Application Timeline
Applications will be accepted until July 5, 2010. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis beginning early in the spring 2010 semester and offers made as vacancies occur. We will also conduct interviews at Oshkosh Placement Exchange (OPE) in February 2010 and The Placement Exchange (TPE) in March 2010. Candidates attending OPE or TPE are encouraged to note their candidate number on their cover letter.

Application Process
For full consideration, create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a letter of application, a resume, and the names, addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references by close date of July 5, 2010. This position is a security sensitive position. Academic credentials will be required at a later date. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Melinda DelRossi, Housing Human Resources 217-244-2977 or careers@housing.illinois.edu .


Candidate Website / Additional Information
We encourage all applicants to learn more about the Department, Housing, the University of Illinois and the Urbana-Champaign community by visiting our candidate website:
http://www.housing.illinois.edu/Staff/Employment/



Student Affairs/University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Individuals with diverse backgrounds and work experience are encouraged to apply.