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Purdue University College of Engineering-Office of Academic Affairs lists this Residential Life Lead: Student Growth & Community Leadership opportunity in west lafayette, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Assistant Director Residential Life
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Req Id: 41252
Job Title: Assistant Director Residential Life
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Assistant Director (AD) of Residential Life will provide leadership to the assigned Residential Life Neighborhood of three to five residences and additional master leased properties housing approximately 3,000 students (of the 14,000 17,000 student residential system) through a commitment to student development, academic success, supervision, teamwork and communication. This position will support the strategic vision of Purdue University Residences residential campus environment which offers students opportunities for personal growth through relationship building within a residential campus environment and share in the student-centered focus for the neighborhood oversight The AD will provide direction and expertise to the neighborhood while working to maintain and enhance the intercultural, educational, and social experiences of residential students. Responsible for maintaining a commitment to the success of Purdue's strategic plan.
What We’re Looking For:
Master’s degree in student affairs or related field
3 years post master’s experience in Residential Life, fraternity & sorority life, student activities, group living, or related field.
Ability to utilize strong critical thinking, analytical, team building, and conflict management skills to foster student learning and development.
Ability to support a culture of professionalism in alignment with unit values
Demonstrated skills in decision making/problems solving, continuous improvement/change management, strategic thinking, financial management, and drive for results.
Demonstrated skills in supervision, leading others and promoting teamwork in daily work activity.
Ability to work and thrive under limited supervision.
Must have the ability to understand and interpret related local, state, and federal regulations, guidelines, codes, and laws.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from different viewpoints and backgrounds.
Ability to identify problems, analyze information and implement solutions.
Proficiency in Office software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook/Electronic Email.
Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality.
Desire to increase knowledge and skills through on-going development activities.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
What Is Helpful:
A demonstrated commitment to student learning
Ability to provide an example of collaborative programmatic efforts.
Additional Information:
To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
Who We Are At Purdue University:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
EOE: Purdue University is an EO/EA University
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Posting Start Date: 4/15/26
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