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Resident Director, 10 Month (Female or Male RD)

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and student-centered Resident Director (10-month position) to foster a vibrant and supportive residential community. This role involves mentoring Resident Assistants (RAs), promoting student development, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all residents. The ideal candidate is passionate about mentoring students, fostering personal growth, and contributing to a dynamic campus experience. If you are committed to enhancing student life through meaningful engagement and leadership, we invite you to apply.

Salary:
Pay Rate: $58,080 (10 month schedule paid over 12 months)
Internal Classification: Career Track - Professional; Job Level - 3

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master’s (completed or in progress) preferred in College Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Ministry, or Education

  • Strong commitment to Christian faith and alignment with PLNU’s spiritual mission

  • Experience in leadership, conflict resolution, and student development

  • Ability to mentor and supervise student leaders (RAs)

  • Strong administrative, organizational, and time management skills

  • Ability to handle accountability, discipline, and student support with grace and professionalism

  • Experience managing a budget and coordinating campus-wide initiatives

  • Comfortable using Google Suite, MS Office, and other administrative tools

  • Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading and mentoring a team of Resident Assistants (RAs)

  • Creating a supportive, engaged, and vibrant residential community

  • Managing student conduct issues, interventions, and incident responses

  • Serving in the RD on-duty rotation to provide crisis response and support

  • Collaborating with departments like Student Care, Wellness Center, and Educational Access Center to support student needs

  • Engaging with programs and departments to offer holistic, educational, and developmental co-curricular programming for residents through a variety of seminars, studies, and activities

  • Collaborating with an assigned program within Student Life & Formation

  • Assisting with RA hiring, training, and leadership development

  • Overseeing administrative tasks and ensuring a well-maintained, safe living environment

  • Establishing visibility, availability, and approachability with students by being present in the residence hall and on the broader Point Loma campus

  • Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Residential Life


 

Qualifications

  • Prefer Masters completed or in process in one of the following areas: College Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling, Ministry, or Education. Bachelor's degree required.

  • Must possess: a significant commitment to a growing relationship with Christ, an understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of PLNU, an understanding and support of the mission, values, and spirit of Christian higher education, an understanding and full support of the basic tenets of Wesleyan theology and the Church of the Nazarene.

  • Must have an understanding of college life and issues.

  • Must possess leadership abilities, helping skills, conflict resolution experience, and be adaptable and flexible.

  • Demonstrated understanding of the developmental challenges college students face and the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in decision-making, program development, and student support initiatives.

  • Previous management experience.

  • Commitment to professional development.

  • Strong administrative and team skills: organization, time management, self-discipline, self-motivation, collaboration, independence.

  • Experience managing a budget.

  • Comfort with and skill in the context of confrontation, accountability, and discipline.

  • Ability to organize and work independently.

  • Knowledge of utilizing Google Suite and organizing these resources for the residential life team.

  • Proficient with computer/technology including MS Office.

  • Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant

  • The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws.


 

Physical Requirements

  • Standing and sitting for periods greater than one hour.

  • Use of computer equipment: computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor.

  • Vision to read documents, e-mail and other correspondence, and reports on paper and computer monitor.

  • Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone.

  • Will also stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 10 lbs throughout the day.

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential. 

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.

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