Residence Hall Director

Job no : 496819

Work type : Full-time

Campus : Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT

Categories : Staff

Overview :

Quinnipiac University seeks applications for Residence Hall Directors (RHD). The RHD is a key figure in the residential life professional staff and reports directly to a Residential Life senior staff member. This role is a full-time, year-round, in-person, live-in position. Residence Hall Directors must solely reside in the designated campus apartment, serve in the on-call duty rotation to respond in-person to situations and be available and visible to their assigned community evenings and weekends. They oversee 7-17 paraprofessional staff members. Exercising independent judgment, they manage a residential area and coordinate several tasks which may include residence hall council, living-learning communities, summer housing, early arrivals, late departures, break housing, move-in crew, late-night lounge, diversity and inclusion initiatives, social media management, online resources, print materials, housing software projects and student outreach and education.

The salary for this position is $50,000.

About Quinnipiac : Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing & Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.Responsibilities :

Residential Oversight and Mentorship

• Ensure a consistent adult presence in residential areas, serving as a positive role model for students.
• Foster meaningful relationships with residents, offering support and guidance to help them achieve their academic and personal objectives.

Staff Management and Development

Residential Programs and Curriculum

Operational Responsibilities

Community and Outreach

Additional Duties

Education Requirements :

Qualifications :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

TO APPLY :

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

Please note : As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a comprehensive university background screening. This screening includes a pre-employment physical examination and drug testing.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

Note to Faculty / Staff Applicants Only : If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate’s current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact :

Advertised : November 13, 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close : Open until filled

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