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Director of Residence Life & Public SafetyUniversity of Jamestown • Jamestown, ND, US
Director of Residence Life & Public Safety

Director of Residence Life & Public Safety

University of Jamestown • Jamestown, ND, US
10 days ago
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Job description

Position Title :

  • Director of Residence Life & Public Safety Division : Student Engagement Employment Type : Full-time, 12-month staff position FLSA Status : Exempt Reports to : Senior Director of Student Engagement Location : Jamestown, North Dakota Application Deadline : Open until filled The University of Jamestown invites applications for the Director of Residence Life and Public Safety , a leadership role that integrates campus safety, emergency management, and residential student experience into a unified vision for community well-being.

This position will oversee a consolidated department encompassing :

  • Campus Safety (crime prevention and education, Clery compliance) Residential Life & Housing  (on-campus residents, RAs, community standards, housing operations)   Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management  (crisis response, policy management, knowledge of Title IX processes) The Director will serve as the university’s safety officer while fostering a residential environment that promotes belonging, academic success, and personal growth.
  • About the University of Jamestown :

  • Established in 1883, the University of Jamestown is a private, Christian liberal arts university with its roots based in Jamestown, North Dakota.
  • Committed to the “Jamestown Journey to Success,” we integrate liberal arts with professional preparation, fostering academic excellence and a supportive, family-like community.
  • Key Responsibilities Manage Residence Life to include :

  • Manage campus residential facilities and occupancy.
  • Hire, train, and supervise staff to include Associate Director, Graduate Assistant, Assistant Resident Director, Resident Directors, and Resident Assistants.
  • Manage Student Code of Conduct and judicial processes.
  • Oversee staff development and implementation of social, educational, cultural, service, and recreational programming.
  • Manage departmental budget.
  • Maintains the safety and well-being of residential students by organizing health and safety inspections and by conducting fire and tornado drills.
  • Respond to individual concerns of parents, students, and interested parties in relation to residential housing contracts and assignments.
  • Manage emergency protocol response for residence hall staff and provide on-call support as needed.
  • Assist and mentor students on an individual and group basis regarding personal, academic, and housing-related concerns, including roommate conflicts.
  • Manage Public Safety to include :

  • Oversee public safety programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Analyze and interpret federal, state and local laws related to Higher Education safety (Clery Act, Violence Against Women Act, etc.).  Manages the University’s Clery Act compliance program, including the development of policies and procedures and tracking corrective actions to completion.
  • Prepares, publishes, and distributes federally regulated reports including the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and the Biennial Review.
  • Facilitate annual training for Campus Security Authorities on responsibilities under the Clery Act.
  • Manage the University’s Emergency Preparedness Plan.
  • Manage, in collaboration with the Vice President, the Emergency Notification and Timely Warning processes Experience Requirements & Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college staff, faculty, and students.
  • Proficient with smart technology, computers, multimedia and modern education technology.
  • Knowledge of :

  • Learning theory and student characteristics for leadership development.
  • Principles and practices of event and risk management, principles of student discipline, legal aspects of higher education, team development strategies.
  • Ability to :

  • Plan, administer and supervise a wide variety of programs and staff including student personnel.
  • Exercise independent judgment.
  • Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.
  • Work in an atmosphere of collegial decision-making; demonstrate consensus-building skills.
  • Apply sound leadership and management techniques.

  • Prepare and administer budgets.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, faculty, students and the public.
  • Supervise, stimulate and coordinate the operation of various activities; listen to and record students’ desires accurately and effectively; assist students and faculty involved in a variety of co-curricular activities.
  • Analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision.
  • Provide coaching and mentoring in student leadership and development.
  • Application Process :

  • Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by clicking the following link.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer :

  • The University of Jamestown is an AA / EO employer.  We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.    Powered by JazzHR
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