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Position Information

Position Title Residence Coordinator

Division Student Affairs Department/Office Res Hall - Prog and Edu

Position Summary Information

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The Residence Life department at St. Catherine University invites applications for an Residence Coordinator position. This is a regular, full-time position.

Grounded in centering the student experience and founded at an institution committed to social justice, the Residence Life department provides innovative and educational services that lifts voices and offers support, by fostering meaningful experiences for our students and families living on campus. This position supports living-learning environments for a diverse body of students in a residence hall complex of approximately 320 students with student staff supervision. This role serves as a support and advocate with students in their leadership and influence at St. Kate's and beyond. This live-on required position also serves in a duty capacity, helping students through learning moments and crisis.

Responsibilities Include:

Hire, train, supervise and support up to 18 Resident Assistants

Assist with multiple departmental projects such as RA selection and development, community engagement and food shelf support

Support students with accommodation needs to obtain individualized support as needed

Respond to and follow up with students involved in emergency and crisis situations

Execute strategies and initiatives to support, recruit, and retain students with marginalized identities

Serve as a formal student conduct hearing officer for the university

Aid in development, execution, and assessment in community development and student engagement model

Work collaboratively with staff from other departments to support and retain students

Collateral in Student Center & Activities work with student senate, clubs and orgs, orientation, and/or programming board advising

Support community engagement initiatives such as Citizen Katie and Late Night Breakfast

Support budget management for responsible areas

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403b retirement plan access

Paid vacation and sick time

Twenty (20) days a year when the university is closed

Free tuition for employees and their families after one year of service

Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

One (1) year of residence life experience required – student experience accepted

Experience in programming and relationship building with college age students

Availability for limited evening and weekend hours

Ability to live on campus

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an RA (or equivalent) or senior RA

Supervision of college age people

Experience in emergency response and crisis intervention

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

EEO Statement

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at [email protected] or 651-690-6565.

Application instructions for STAFF

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment. For information, contact [email protected].

Given the way campus life inherently puts people in close proximity to each other, including residence and dining halls, classrooms, and gatherings, the University has determined that a vaccination requirement is the best way to keep our community safe and prevent potential outbreaks as we return to more regular, in-person operations. St. Catherine University is requiring all students, faculty (including adjuncts contracted for the fall semester and beyond), staff, and residents age 12 and older to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series, including a booster, unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation/exemption as required by applicable law. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exemption/accommodation before beginning work. For more information, visit stkate.edu/coronavirus-info/vaccine.

St. Catherine University 2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www. uppermidwestherc.org.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 20220444-STAFF

Posting Start Date 05/09/2023 Application Deadline 05/30/2023

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

What is your highest level of completed education?

Some high school

High school diploma or GED

Some college

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Some graduate school

Master's degree

ABD

Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)

Doctoral degree

For any education beyond high school, please list the degree or certification and the area of focus.

(Open Ended Question)

St. Kate's is committed to making Inclusive Excellence a reality and has identified “Drive a Culture of Inclusive Excellence” as one of six priorities in the strategic plan. Give a brief, specific example of how you have promoted a culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion in your current or recent role(s).

(Open Ended Question)

Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States.

Yes

No

Given the way campus life inherently puts people in close proximity to each other, including residence and dining halls, classrooms, and gatherings, the University has determined that a vaccination requirement is the best way to keep our community safe and prevent potential outbreaks as we return to more regular, in-person operations. St. Catherine University is requiring all students, faculty (including adjuncts contracted for the fall semester and beyond), staff, and residents age 12 and older to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series, including booster, unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation / exemption as required by applicable law. New employees must submit vaccination and booster documentation or be approved for an exemption/accommodation before beginning work. For more information, visit stkate.edu/coronavirus-info/vaccine. We include this information to ensure that candidates are aware of and acknowledge understanding of the new requirement.

I have read and understand the requirement.

St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

Yes

No

Maybe

Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

Yes

No

How did you hear about this opportunity?

St. Catherine University website

St. Catherine University employee

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