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Assistant Resident Director

Assistant Resident Director

University of California, Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Apply for Job Job ID 76756

Location UCSB Campus

Full / Part Time Full Time

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Job Posting Details

Position Number : Multiple Positions Available

Payroll Title : RSDT ADVISOR 2

Job Code : 4570

Job Open Date : 3 / 4 / 2025

Application Review Begins : 3 / 19 / 2025

Department Code (Name) : DSRS (Residential and Community Living)

Percentage of Time : 100%

Union Code (Name) : 99- Non Represented

Employee Class (Appointment Type) : Staff : Contract

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program) : PSS

Salary Grade : BYA

Pay Rate / Range : The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $27.39 / hr. -$28.11 / hr. with housing and meal plan included. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, consistent pay practices at the University, and based on final placement.

Work Location : varies

Working Days and Hours : 40 hours per week - hours vary

Benefits Eligibility : Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable : Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations) up to one day per week Remote

Special Instructions :

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement :

Residential & Community Living is responsible for the overall student life program in eight residence halls and nine apartment complexes (10,000+ residents) with a focus on student development and leadership programs, a residential curriculum approach, and conduct and accountability. In addition, R&CL is responsible for resident placement through University and Community Housing Services.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties :

The Assistant Resident Director (ARD) is an entry-level full-time live-in position responsible for assisting the Resident Director (RD) with the implementation of the student development program in campus housing at UC Santa Barbara. Under the supervision of the RD, the ARD utilizes a curricular approach and equity mindset as cornerstones of their daily work in facilitating student wellness, development, and belonging in a residential community. The contract term is 12 months (August - July) with the opportunity for a renewal of one additional term. The ARD may be assigned to a community that does not have students residing in the summer, at which time, the ARD will perform necessary duties to assist the department with preparing for fall opening and the upcoming academic year. Primary responsibilities include :

  • Assisting RD in the implementation of a curricular approach in the development and education of a residential community ranging from 500 to 1,800 residents.
  • Providing support in student staff training.
  • Overseeing community development, resident engagement and curricular initiatives.
  • Advising the hall / community council consisting of student leaders.
  • Assisting in basic counseling, advising, and referrals for student concerns.
  • Supporting student conduct adjudication and addressing emergencies and crisis situations.
  • Developing effective working relationships with department and campus colleagues.
  • Completing a comprehensive, self-directed professional development plan to further develop skills and competencies.
  • Supervision of student staff.

Required Qualifications :

  • 1-3 years Demonstrated experience and ability to constructively engage and lead others in complex issues related to social justice, access, inclusion and equity within a campus community.
  • 1-3 years Experience in planning and delivering programs or activities that foster student engagement and community development.
  • 1-3 years Experience in a student leadership role on a college or university campus.
  • 1-3 years Experience in basic student / peer advising and counseling.
  • Ability to constructively engage others in complex social justice, access, inclusion, and equity issues on campus.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across a large, multifunctional department.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of UCSB campus resources and support services.
  • Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a student housing community.
  • Knowledge of and / or experience working within a residential curriculum campus.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience in supervising student staff.
  • Interest in pursuing a career in Higher Education and / or Student Affairs.
  • Special Conditions of Employment :

  • The Assistant Resident Director (ARD) is a full-time live-in position with on-call responsibilities. The contract term is 12 months with the opportunity for a renewal of one additional term. This position may require night and weekend hours as needed, with flexible time off to offset these hours.
  • UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
  • Satisfactory criminal history background check
  • UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
  • Misconduct Disclosure Requirement :

    As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

    "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

    UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

    UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

    Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

    Job Functions and Percentages of Time :

  • 35% Community Development & Education -
  • Assist RD in the implementation of a comprehensive and inclusive educational plan for their community that is aligned with the department's residential curricular approach.
  • Operationalize educational and social initiatives to foster a deep sense of belonging amongst all residents, specifically amongst underserved student populations living in their community.
  • Maintain a visible presence in the community to build trust, foster connections, and address emerging needs.
  • Oversee the community development efforts of the Resident Assistant staff and ensure responsible use of resident and departmental funds. In collaboration with Student Leadership Programs Advisors, provide support and guidance to student leaders of hall / community council in their efforts to engage residents and address community needs.
  • Support the planning, coordination, and facilitation of student staff training during pre-Fall training sessions, as well as ongoing professional development throughout the academic year.
  • 30% Advising & Supervising -
  • Advise hall / community council meetings and activities, ensuring operations and initiatives are inclusive and accessible for residents.
  • Meet with hall / community executive leaders to set meeting agendas and address council business needs.
  • Recruit and coordinate student leader elections and onboarding.
  • Provide guidance on group dynamics, leadership, and teamwork.
  • Distribute information about campus services and prepare a monthly or quarterly calendar of events and resources.
  • Share responsibility of supervising and evaluating 8-17 Resident Assistants.
  • Wherever applicable, supervise Desk Attendants and front desk operations or student Garden Coordinators and community gardens.
  • 20% Student Conduct & Crisis Response -
  • Assist in adjudicating conduct cases involving residents from their community in adherence to departmental sanctioning standards and residential curriculum objectives.
  • Support students in resolving their mental health concerns and / or connect them with campus and community resources as needed.
  • Coordinate with Student Conduct, Social Workers, Assistant Directors, and other staff as needed to provide effective support for students of concern.
  • Provide mediation of roommate or community conflicts, and when necessary, facilitate resident room changes.
  • 10% Departmental Support -
  • Participate in the recruitment and selection for student and professional staff positions.
  • Communicate and collaborate with HDAE partners (i.e. Residential Operations, Campus Dining, etc.) to support the daily operation of the community.
  • Confer with their Resident Director and co-ARD (if applicable) to strategize around and address an array of issues impacting the daily operation of the community.
  • Assist in the management of budgets for programming, hall / community council, and staff development.
  • Collaborate in the evaluation of student staff and curricular efforts annually, highlighting successes and providing meaningful and actionable feedback for improvement where appropriate.
  • Serve as a liaison between R&CL and other campus departments.
  • During the summer session, provide assistance to projects from other functional areas such as administrative, student conduct, and placement & assignment services
  • 5% Community Safety -
  • Serves on the on-call team that provides after-hours on-call support in campus housing year-round, including campus breaks, holidays, and closures.
  • Serve as a first responder to community and campus crises and assist campus authorities as appropriate.
  • Support campus efforts during special events to provide enhanced security measures within the community.
  • UC Vaccination Programs Policy :

    As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.

    As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals

  • must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
  • For more information, please visit :

  • UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information - https : / / www.ucsb.edu / COVID-19-information
  • University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 5000695 / VaccinationProgramsPolicy
  • Covered Individuals : A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education / training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

    Reasonable Accommodations :

    The University of California endeavors to make https : / / jobs.ucsb.edu accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at 805-893-4664 or email katherine.abad@hr.ucsb.edu. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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    Application Status : If you would like to check the status of your application, please log into the Candidate Gateway where you applied and click on 'my activities'.

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