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Job Description / Duties

The primary role of the Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is to support University of Manitoba student success goals. The RLC will play an integral role in the University community as a mentor and role model to the student body at large. They are responsible for the promotion of the residence community within the University.

The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of one or more of the following Residences: Arthur V. Mauro Student Residence, Mary Speechly Hall, Pembina Hall Residence, and University College Residence. With assistance from the Associate Director, Residence Life, the RLC will hire, train, and supervise the residence life staff made up resident advisors including a senior leadership team, an Indigenous resident advisor, and an international resident advisor.

The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for the development and coordination of all programming aspects as it relates to residence life and is the primary disciplinary authority for one or more of the residence buildings. The RLC will maintain regular office hours, perform related administrative duties as assigned by the Associate Director, Residence Life and attend/participate in assigned committee work and projects. This position will report directly to the Associate Director, Residence Life. This is a mandatory “live in” position and will be assigned a private apartment within one of the residences. A flexible meal plan is also provided as part of the position’s compensation. This position has vacation restriction(s) in August, and September.

Qualifications / Required Skills

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED:
-Completion of a formal training program in Student Development, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related discipline from a recognized institute is required, with knowledge and understanding of student development theories.
-Bachelors Degree in Student Development, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related discipline is preferred, with knowledge and understanding of student development theories.

EXPERIENCE:
-Three years experience in increasingly responsible positions in a residence environment is required.
-Experience with program planning, training, facilitation, and the implementation of measuring and evaluation tools is required.
-Supervisory and/or management experience is required.
-An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
-Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are required.
-Philosophy consistent with a team environment is required.
-Demonstarted proficiency at the intermediate level Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc) is required.
-Certified in first aid and CPR is required.
-Non-violent crisis intervention is required.
-Ability to organize, schedule, supervise, and assess the work of others is required.
-Ability to motivate staff in a positive manner is required.
-Ability to relate well to students, parents, staff, and general public is required.
-Familiarity with University policies and procedures is preferred.
-Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality is required.

*Must be available on call 24-hours/day (evenings, weekends, and/or holidays) on a rotational basis.*

Additional Information

This is a live-in position. This position has vacation restriction(s) in August and September

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting
opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who
have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples,
women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+
(Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca
or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions
of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided
to participating members of the search process.

Salary: The primary role of the Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) is to support University of Manitoba student success goals. The RLC will play an integral role in the University community as a mentor and role model to the student body at large. They are responsible for the promotion of the residence community within the University. The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of one or more of the following Residences: Arthur V. Mauro Student Residence, Mary Speechly Hall, Pembina Hall Residence, and University College Residence. With assistance from the Associate Director, Residence Life, the RLC will hire, train, and supervise the residence life staff made up resident advisors including a senior leadership team, an Indigenous resident advisor, and an international resident advisor. The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for the development and coordination of all programming aspects as it relates to residence life and is the primary disciplinary authority for one or more of the residence buildings. The RLC will maintain regular office hours, perform related administrative duties as assigned by the Associate Director, Residence Life and attend/participate in assigned committee work and projects. This position will report directly to the Associate Director, Residence Life. This is a mandatory “live in” position and will be assigned a private apartment within one of the residences. A flexible meal plan is also provided as part of the position’s compensation. This position has vacation restriction(s) in August, and September.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact:
Carolyn Kerr
120 Dafoe Road
204-474-6404 or Carolyn.Kerr@umanitoba.ca