SUA 2 | Assistant Director, Housing Accommodations

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application. Official transcripts required prior to employment. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration given to applications received by August 7, 2024.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number N01065

Classification Title SUA 2 | Assistant Director, Housing Accommodations

Working Title SUA 2 | Assistant Director, Housing Accommodations

Employee Group Professional

Bargaining Unit SCUPA

Location Main Campus

Department Housing and Residence Life

Pay Rate $53,360

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00 – 4:30

evenings and weekends on occasion

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Manage the housing assignment process for over 2800 students residing on-campus, making strategic decisions on assignments, placement, and room changes for all students living on-campus.

Analyze incoming returning student contract requests, transfer contract requests and new incoming student contracts (as well as release management) to ensure spaces are available and meet occupancy targets.

Responsible for the development and implementation of room selection and assignment process of all on-campus students for fall and spring semesters, and summer sessions through the Adirondack Solutions – Housing Director software program.

Analyze where placement of students based on space, availability, living learning communities, logistics of the halls and needs of students.

Develop, promote, evaluate, and analyze the student housing assignment time-lines, processes (including room change/swap), procedures, contracting forms/agreements, and publications.

Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing plan, for student housing, incorporating a variety of methods including social media.

Represent the department at university events such as, but not limited to: orientation sessions, admissions and recruitment events, department meetings.

Provide input on housing related procedures and update forms as needed.

Maintain a working knowledge and understanding of system requirements and operations.

Provide annual occupancy and budget projections.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree; 2 years full time professional experience in higher education housing/residence life or 3 years full time experience in higher education student advisement/case management; knowledge and understanding of housing assignment process and in a higher education setting.

A successful campus interview and presentation and the ability to pass a criminal background check also required.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s degree; experience with housing assignments and accommodations, experience with housing management software applications and databases, creating and interpreting statistical reports, marketing; and experience working with diverse populations.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 07/23/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University is committed to a policy of affirmative action. Slippery Rock University assures an equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, gender or veteran’s status in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application. Official transcripts required prior to employment. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration given to applications received by August 7, 2024.