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Residence Hall Director, Res Life Admin

Position Number: 9944304
Location: Buffalo, United States
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Residence Hall Director, Res Life Admin

Position Information

Position Title: Residence Hall Director, Res Life Admin
Department: Res Life Admin
Posting Link: <a href=""https://apptrkr.com/9944304"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/65609
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Residential Life is accepting applications in an effort to fill a Residence Hall Director position.

As Residence Hall Director (RHD), you are responsible for the residential life functions in one or more residence halls, housing 500-600 students. Through supervision of an Assistant Hall Director and approximately 16-24 Community Assistants, the RHD fosters a clean, safe, positive and inclusive community environment that encourages students to develop their fullest potential. This position includes educational, supervisory and administrative functions that promote student engagement, academic success, personal development and a strong sense of community through the implementation of the residential curriculum.

This is a 12-month, live-in position. Your duties may include:

Student and professional staff supervision
Programming
Residential curriculum
Crisis intervention
Student conduct
Maintenance and facilities management
Housing operations/services
Counseling, helping and conflict management
Administrative time management

Level 1 Emergency Operations

In the event of an emergency, services related to the health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and guests, and the security and maintenance of facilities are essential and must continue. Employees hired into this position are designated as 'Level 1' meaning they are considered essential and are expected to report to campus so that these services will continue without disruption.

This is a pooled posting. Positions are filled on an as needed basis.

About Student Life
Student Life is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities---student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice---we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you'll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.

Learn more:

Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

Residential Life, a unit within the Division of Student Life, serves to provide the best residential living experience for students at the University at Buffalo. We support the University's mission by providing residential environments that assist students in being academically and personally successful.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with one year of experience in college student supervision, student conduct, orientation, or student activities/engagement.
Excellent administrative and communication skills are required.
Based on the need to respond to crisis situations and serve on a duty rotation, travel within the campus, between campuses and off the campus is required. Candidates will need to demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Student Personnel, Education or related field with one to three years of post-bachelor's degree experience in residence hall or university apartment experience is preferred.
Due to the transportation needs of the position, a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS is preferred.

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$54,090

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Kerri Bigler
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Office Assistant for Residential Life
Contact's Email: kbigler@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2173

Posting Dates

Posted: 11/04/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 01/14/2027