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Title: Temporary Resident Director
VP Area: Student Experience
Department: Residential Life
Position Compensation: $17.78 / hour
Location: Main Campus

Who We Are: 
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible to oversee the community of the residence hall to develop an interpersonal environment that maximizes growth in the lives of students attending the university. This includes both collective and individual attention to students’ overall well-being such that they are best situated to succeed and thrive both inside and outside of the classroom.

This is an onsite position in Minnesota. On-campus housing is not provided for this temporary position. This temporary position is scheduled to end on May 29, 2026.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Community Leadership: Foster a Christ‑centered, development‑focused residential community that promotes students’ academic success, spiritual growth, personal maturity, and healthy relationships.
• Student Leader Development: Lead, mentor, and support a team of RAs, ARDs, and RDAs through selection, training, coaching, accountability, and ongoing spiritual and leadership development.
• Residential Operations: Oversee residential operations, ensuring a safe, well‑maintained environment while upholding university policies, housing procedures, and conduct standards.
• Program & Collaboration: Partner with departmental staff to plan and deliver programming, training, and community initiatives that align with departmental outcomes and support student persistence.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous work experience applicable to the aforementioned responsibilities
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Education, Ministry, Student Affairs, or related area
• Previous leadership experience directly related to residence experience

KEY SKILLS

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Crisis Response: Ability to respond maturely, professionally, and calmly in crisis situations.
• Safety Training: Ability to obtain and maintain necessary safety training (i.e., CPR, First Aid, etc.)
• Flexibility: Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, with the ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• Financial Oversight: Experience managing budgets and financial resources within assigned responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.