Residential Learning Coordinator

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Posting Details

Position Information

Title
Residential Learning Coordinator

Department
Office of Student and Community Life

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
06/03/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing forty-one states and seventy countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and ninety-one graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity's most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

Residential Learning Coordinator

The Bantam Network is designed by students for students and helps students build their on-campus network of care. This is accomplished through the Residential Learning Community (Housing), the new student on-boarding process including New Student Orientation (NSO), and a comprehensive Nest system.

Under the leadership of the Director of the Bantam Network and Residential Experience and the Assistant Director of Residential Education and Student Engagement, the Residential Learning Coordinator (RLC) oversees 4-6 residential communities within the Trinity College Housing system and works with students within two nests. The Residential Learning Coordinator will also have responsibilities in relation to the new student on-boarding process and New Student Orientation.

The Residential Learning Coordinator position is a vital element of the Bantam Network, and this position is responsible for creating, facilitating, and assessing programs, initiatives, and administrative policies that align with the mission of the Bantam Network.

Please note this is a 12-month live-in position.

This position works to foster an inclusive living and learning community that contributes to students' academic achievement and personal growth.

Administrative Processes

• Oversee the day-to-day functions of assigned residential communities, including collaboration with residential operations and facilities as needed.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and serve as a member of the crisis response team.
  • This may include hospital visits to check on students.
• Assist with implementing and assessing the residential curriculum and programming model, as part of the residential learning experience.
• Manage programming budget for residential student staff.
• Oversee development and planning of programs by residential student staff.
• Collaborate with members of the campus community to provide students with holistic programs and support services.

Training and Supervision

• Supervise, facilitate meetings, and conduct evaluations of residential student staff in assigned residential communities.
• Assist in the development, coordination, and assessment related to the recruitment, selection, and training of student staff including Community Advisors (CAs), Resident Advisors (RAs), and Orientation Leaders (OLs).

Community Standards

• Facilitate the student conduct process consistent with college policies.
• Determine behavioral and educational sanctions due to policy violations and provide guidance, mediation, problem solving, and refer students to campus resources as needed.

Student Support Services

• Work collaboratively with the Deans of Student and Community life, along with faculty to provide support and guidance for students. Each Residential Learning Coordinator will be assigned two nests and will meet regularly with the Nest Dean of these two nests to discuss students of concern.
• Meet with students to discuss their needs and connect them to campus resources and support services.
  • This may involve performing residential checks on students.
• Coordinate programs that foster community engagement in alignment with the Bantam Network and individual nest identities.
  • Programs are both on and off campus.

Collaborative Partnerships

• Collaborate with members of the campus community to provide students with holistic programs and support services.
• Gain broad experience in higher-education administration by partnering with colleagues from across campus to help students transition and acclimate to Trinity, as well as learn about opportunities while enrolled.
• Serve on committees as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.
• The ideal candidate is expected to have broad and relevant experience in residential life, activities planning, student advising/mentoring, and student leadership development. A good understanding of liberal arts communities is preferred. Candidates should have a passion for mentorship and deliberate interaction with students.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 1-year of relevant professional experience and/or a strong background as an engaged student leader.
• Ability to adapt leadership style to the unique needs and interests of the student population.
• Experience maintaining professionalism with staff, faculty, and students.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• A willingness and desire to collaborate with the Hartford community.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and strong time management skills with a good ability to multitask.
• Excellent attention to detail (e.g., management of a small budget) and evidence of good judgment and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work collaboratively and across diverse communities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with computers and software programs, (e.g., Office 365, Facebook, Instagram) to support departmental goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Counseling, Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-years of relevant experience or 2 or more years of undergraduate or graduate experience in residential life.
• Strong commitment to the liberal arts experiences along with evidence of an appreciation for working in a diverse community.
• Experience in leading a student organization and/or involvement in leadership programs.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume, cover letter and three references

Posting Number
S00982

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