Residence Hall Advisor

Job Title: Residence Hall Advisor 

Department: Residence Life 

Position Status: Full-Time 

Directly Reports To: Assistant Director of Residence Life and Director of Residence Life 

Classification: Non-Exempt 

The Residence Hall Advisor is a full-time, 37.5 evening hours per week, 12-month position with primary responsibility for a residence hall community of approximately 300 residents. This full time Residence Hall Advisor will be responsible for Griscom Education Center residents and will have a schedule of Sunday through Thursday (3:30p-12a). The Residence Hall Advisor provides supervision, leadership, and guidance for the residents. This professional is responsible for supporting the mission and philosophy of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and The Residence Life Office by establishing and maintaining a community environment within the residence hall while assisting students in their educational, social, and personal development.  

The Residence Hall Advisor reports directly to the Assistant Director of Residence Life and is part of the Student Services Team. In addition, this position may have additional responsibilities in other Student Services or College-wide sponsored events. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

  • Manages the operations, programs, and services for the residence hall community. 
  • Serve as a crisis responder for all emergency and/or life-threatening incidents. 
  • Conducts several walk-through/rounds in area of supervision. 
  • Maintains a high level of visibility and availability to students. 
  • Completes administrative tasks and submits timely reports and forms. 
  • Implements room audits regularly to validate compliance with health and safety requirements. 
  • Plans and develops community engagement initiatives for residents via submitting proposals and assessments. 
  • Articulates, supports, and enforces college and residence hall policies, procedures, and regulations. 
  • Document and address compliance violations via incident reports and mitigate further issues. 
  • Provides resources and advice for students needing assistance. 
  • Assist with the room selection process for new and returning students. 
  • Maintain updated inventories of all residence hall equipment and bedroom & lounge furniture. 
  • Oversee projects as assigned. 
  • Attend departmental staff meetings as scheduled. 
  • Recruits and promotes student involvement in Residence Hall Council. Assists council in creating activities for students. 
  • Maintain a record of all residence hall community engagements. 
  • Support and attend departmental events and programs. 
  • Partake in departmental/college-wide training and development workshops. 
  • Consult with the Vice President of Student Services and Director of Residence Life regarding referrals and other necessary compliance actions. 
  • Serve as an integral part of the campus-wide Retention Committee 
  • Performs administrative, clerical duties, and other related tasks as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

  • Associate’s degree (Master’s preferred in Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling, or related field) with previous Residence Life, Crisis Management, and/or other transferable experience required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS 

  • Demonstrate an appreciation for the unique mission of this two-year technical college. 
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively multitask. 
  • Ability to work as a member of a residence life team with students and professionals with varying levels of experience. 
  • Working knowledge of issues facing first generation and first year student populations. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form with college community and external customers. 
  • Ability to observe and detect unusual occurrences and policy violations. 
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions. 
  • Ability to diffuse and respond effectively to situations involving intense pressures and/or unpredictable persons. 
  • Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. 
  • Ability to engage students and to create and enhance their connection to the college and to their peers. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff. 
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with college faculty and staff, students and the general public. 
  • Confidentiality 

Conditions of Employment 

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a residential, two year technical college that serves economically disadvantaged as well as tuition-paying students. The College prepares students for skilled employment in a diverse, ever-changing workforce and for full, effective participation as citizens of the community, the Commonwealth, and the nation. Committed for over a century to lifelong learning, inclusiveness, and community outreach, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology dedicates itself to the development of Pennsylvania's technical workforce.  For information about the College, visit www.stevenscollege.edu.  

Work Environment: This job operates in a college campus environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and copier, in addition to routinely being in residence life areas.  

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting (less than or equal to 20 pounds), bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials. Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on telephone. Physical ability to detect smoke and other odors indicative of hall violations and hazardous situations. 

This position is designated as "Essential" and/or the employee may be required to provide a means to be contacted during non-duty hours for emergencies. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours. 

Application Process: Application materials must include a cover letter, a current resume, and academic transcripts. Send applications to Heather Burky, Attention: Residence Hall Advisor, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, 750 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 or . Applications will be reviewed upon submission and the posting will remain open until the position is filled.  

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (the “College”) does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age (as applicable), religion, ancestry, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.