Area Coordinator, Office of Residence Life

About the role

Mississippi Christian University is seeking an Area Coordinator for its Office of Residence Life. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Residential Living, the Area Coordinator manages the day-to-day operation of a community of residence halls and works with the Assistant Director on the development, implementation and assessment of the Residential Curriculum. This is a 12-month, live-in, full-time administrative position.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure living and learning community that supports the institution's mission and individual and interpersonal growth.
• Manage the daily administration of a community of residence halls.
• Work with the Assistant Director for Residential Living on the Residential Curriculum.
• Handle guidance, conflict resolution, programming, community building, leadership development, crisis intervention and facilities management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years' experience in Residence Life, Student Development, Student Services, Counseling Services or a related field.
• Active and growing Christian faith.
• Strong administrative, interpersonal and communication skills.

Applications are accepted until the position is filled through the university's online application system, which requires a cover letter and resume.