37268BR

Extended Job Title:

Graduate Residence Hall Assistant

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech University

Position Description:

A graduate student in an institution of higher education employed in support of a department or unit responsible for work assigned by the supervisor within the unit or department, which utilizes knowledge beyond undergraduate academic studies.

Requisition ID:

37268BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

The Graduate Hall Coordinator has primary responsibilities in supervision, administration, on-call crisis response, building management and advising. The Graduate Hall Coordinator is a member of the Residence Life Professional Staff and is supervised by a Residence Life Coordinator. Within University Student Housing, all positions are considered a part of the larger team. In the event of a vacancy, staff may be asked to fulfill a role or have other job duties added to their position to meet the needs of the students and the department. Every effort will be made to recruit and fill positions as quickly as possible to allow staff to return to the duties for which they originally were hired.

Supervision

• Recruit, train, supervise, develop and educate paraprofessional staff as assigned

• Provide indirect supervision and advising to complex staff, complex councils, student organizations and specialty staff

• Participate in the recruitment, selection training and development of professional and paraprofessional staff

• Complete formal and informal evaluations of assigned staff each academic semester

Administration

• Assist in management implementation of the Residential Curriculum within assigned complex, including guidance of staff, oversight of proposals, evaluations, and funding

• Administer budget responsibilities for complex

• Complete student of concern and incident reporting via Maxient system

• Support, provide guidance for, and implement the Disney Customer Service model (SERVE TECH & SERVE USH)

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders regarding Learning Communities, Programming, and other complex initiatives and needs

• Support departmental initiatives within Residence Life including but not limited to Academic Initiatives, Social Justice Education, Student Intervention, Recruitment &Training and Summer Conferences

• Serve on departmental committee(s) as assigned

• Utilize departmental databases and online systems for the management of University Student Housing and Residence Life operations

On-Call/Crisis Response

• During assigned on-call shifts, be accessible by the department provided cell phone 24-hours per day (may include holiday breaks)

• Be available on a call-to-duty status whenever residence halls are in operation and assist Residence Life staff with residence hall and campus emergencies

• Work with stakeholders, including the Texas Tech Police Department, Crisis Hotline, and Student Counseling Center, to respond to student concerns or incidents within the residence halls

• Ensure accurate reporting and provide follow-up as necessary with student and parent concerns

Building Management

• Promote community development via building walk-throughs, programming and visibility within the hall to foster student ownership and care of residential facilities

• Oversee 24-Hour Desk Operations with the assigned residence hall complex

• Implement required emergency drills (Fire Drills, Severe Weather Drills etc.) and complete any required paperwork or follow-up

• Partner with building stakeholders (i.e. facilities, housekeeping, hospitality) regarding management of assigned facilities

Advising

• Recruit, train, develop and advise complex council members within assigned complex

• Provide programming oversight and event management for complex council events

• Track and maintain complex council account ledgers

• Advise or co-advise student organizations as assigned

Minimum Hire Rate:

1729.83

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Schedule Details:

Day + Night Meetings/Programs + On-Call

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, and candidates must have previous experience working in a residence hall. This position is designed for the individual who is pursuing a master’s degree. At the time of employment, candidates must be accepted into a graduate degree program from Texas Tech University. Enrollment in the Higher Education Administration program is not necessary, but the position is best suited for building a foundation of experience for those enrolled in that program. The Graduate Hall Coordinator position is considered a security sensitive position. Applicants will be subjected to a background check and drug test. All candidates will be required to submit academic transcripts to verify education.

Department:

University Student Housing

Required Attachments:

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Part Time

Job Group:

Service Workers

Shift:

Other

Required Qualifications:

Graduate student currently enrolled.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.