Assistant Director of Residential Life

Assistant Director of Residential Life

Salary

$51,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually

Location

College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph, MN

Job Type

Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time

Job Number

02290

Department

Residential Life - CSB

Opening Date

10/23/2026

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Position Summary

The College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Assistant Director of Residential Life.

The Assistant Director of Residential Life at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) oversees housing operations to support the four-year residential experience. This includes managing room assignments for new and returning students, resolving student issues in collaboration with staff, and coordinating with campus partners on assignments, room changes, and facilities. The role also involves overseeing all housing facilities and operations, including renovations, repairs, new construction, and technology, as well as developing departmental materials and managing policies and procedures. Reporting to the Director of Residential Life, the Assistant Director plays a key role in strategic planning for Residential Life and the student development division.

Serving approximately 1300 women residents in six residence halls and 13 campus apartment buildings, the Residential Life staff includes a director, assistant director, five live-in residence directors, 40 paraprofessional resident assistants and community advisors, and 8-9 student office assistants. Professional staff members build close connections with students through daily interactions, campus events, and community involvement.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 18 Paid Holidays Annually

• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents

• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.

Inclusive Excellence (https://www.csbsju.edu/inclusive-excellence/)

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural differences and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems to best meet the needs of our community as we educate students to address the most urgent needs of society. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain the housing management system (StarRez) to ensure an effective room assignment process for stakeholders, including students, parents, Residential Life staff, Business Office, Student Accessibility Services, and Facilities.

• Oversee room assignment, selection, and move-in/move-out processes, and manage key/card access.

• Manage housing billing processes with internal stakeholders.

• Supervise student employees who staff the central office and front desk.

• Participate in the Residential Life leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, budget management, policy development, and program growth.

• Work with Facilities to address maintenance issues in residential areas.

• Collaborate with the Director of Residential Life to coordinate internal and external communications across multiple media formats.

• Analyze student enrollment patterns to assess housing needs and recommend eligibility criteria for future housing plans.

• Assist in preparing the department budget, occupancy and other reports in support of institutional planning and priorities.

• Serve as a resource for students, families, faculty, and staff regarding room assignments and facility concerns.

• Represent the institution in housing and residential life matters in various forums, including admission, academic affairs, alumnae, parent groups, community organizations, and college committees.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Minimum of two years of post-bachelor’s experience in housing operations or facilities management.

• Experience with housing management software; preference given to candidates with demonstrated knowledge of StarRez.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with numerical data and maintain a high attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to professionalism and maintaining a high level of competence in the role.

• Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality at a high level.

• Availability for evening, weekend, and holiday work as required during peak periods

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive a campus vehicle; includes the completion of college defensive driving program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to move freely around campus and dormitory buildings.

• Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.

• Requires performing administrative and office-based duties, including extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, reviewing information, preparing documents, and using software applications essential to the role.Must have adequate hearing and vision to respond to resident needs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional local travel in support of duties and programming.

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 [email protected] (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csbsju/jobs/3500507/[email protected]) .

It is the policy of SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

Saint John's University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.

The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.

HEALTH INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

DENTAL INSURANCE

Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

LIFE INSURANCE

CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.

You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.

VACATION

Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.

Employees working 100% time receive the following:

Vacation days per year Years employed

16 days 1-10 years

20 days 11+ years

HOLIDAYS

Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT

These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.

VISION PLAN

This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.

TUITION REMISSION

Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full-time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer: up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.

There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full-time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment. There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.

Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.

PARENTAL LEAVE

A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.

SICK LEAVE

Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.

Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.

EMPLOYEEASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to

all employees and immediate family members.

RETIREMENT

Defined Contribution Plan

CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full-time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).

Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.

The employee/employer contributions are as follows:

Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution

1 3% 1%

2 3% 3%

3 3% 5%

4 3% 7%

5 3% 9%

Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict

Human Resources Office Human Resources Office

Quadrangle 127 Main 223

Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374

Phone (320) 363-5500 Phone (320) 363-5500

Fax (320) 363-6092 Fax (320) 363-6092

• Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11/22/24

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Do you have a bachelor's degree?

• Yes

• No

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Do you have at least two years of post-bachelor’s experience in housing operations or facilities management?

• Yes

• No

03

Do you have experience with housing management software?

• Yes

• No

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Are you a U.S. citizen or legally eligible to hold employment in the U.S.? If you are offered employment, you will be required to complete a certification form and supply acceptable documentation to verify your identity and eligibility to be employed.

• Yes

• No

05

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Employer

College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University, Order of Saint Benedict

Address

37 South College Ave

Saint Joseph, Minnesota, 56374

Phone

(320) 363-5501

Website

http://www.csbsju.edu/