Area Coordinator at Swarthmore College in Swarthmore College

Job description

Position Title: Area Coordinator Work Type: Full time Location: Swarthmore College Approved Location Type: On Campus Department: Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Who We Are: The Opportunity: The Area Coordinator (AC) will work with the Office of Student Engagement (OSE) to supervise the residential community, which includes student staff supervision and training, crisis response, and community development. The AC role focuses on developing skills and knowledge within four key competency areas: Community Development, Health/Life/Safety of students, Leadership, and Administrative skills. As a member of the Office of Student Engagement, ACs commit to developing student leaders who are ready to engage in a diverse, global world. The AC will also provide substantial support to Student Activities programming through a collateral assignment and programming support. The AC is a 12-month live-in position that collaborates with students, faculty, and staff in developing residential experiences that foster a sense of community and opportunities for the personal growth of community members. This full-time, year-round (12 months) position is a three year limited term appointment. Essential Responsibilities: Staff Supervision Supervise, train, and develop a team of Resident Assistants in accordance with the Office of Student Engagement guidelines. Actively participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of departmental initiatives, including student staff selection, training and development, and community building. Oversight of residential and campus programming efforts by Resident Assistants, including planning, budgeting/ purchasing, implementation, and evaluation Monitor work performance for accuracy and completeness in accordance with OSE goals and guidelines. Assess the performance of Resident Assistants staff members on a regular basis and formally once a semester in a departmental evaluation. Advise students and staff on proper procedures and policies, in order to ensure appropriate requirements are met. Community Development Promote leadership development, self-governance opportunities, as well as civic engagement through resident involvement. Serve as a support resource for staff and students in dealing with specific residence hall problems, including roommate conflicts, personal and emotional problems, diversity issues, and other developmental concerns. Maintain regular office hours and visible presence within the assigned residential community. Meet weekly with directors to receive guidance feedback and discuss pertinent issues pertaining to the residential communities and/or student activities. Oversee residential conflict mediations. Participate in the creation and implementation of a residential curricular model for community development. Emergency Response and Case Management Serve in an on-call rotation of live-in/live-on Student Life staff. Respond in person to support students in need. Primarily serve in Tier 1 capacity but provide Tier 2 assistance as staffing requires. Provide leadership and manage emergency and crisis situations involving students and/or residential facilities. Serve as essential staff during campus emergencies and participate in the College’s Emergency Response Team. Problem-solve interpersonal, operational, and other issues with all students as needed. Provides annual review and updates to Student Life policies and procedures. Implement and manage College emergency and risk management procedures by ensuring all professional and student staff and building tenants are trained in emergency protocol. Facilities Management Provide leadership and direction for a residential area and collaborate with maintenance, custodial, dining, and administrative staff. Carry-out move-in and move-out procedures. Communicate and follow-up on facilities related concerns in residence halls. Conduct weekly building walkthroughs and inspections and assist in monitoring and completing individual Fac