Job Information
Texas Tech University Assistant Managing Director - Res Education, Leadership & Staffing in Lubbock, Texas
38436BR
Extended Job Title:
Assistant Managing Director - Res Education, Leadership & Staffing
Position Description:
The Assistant Managing Director – Residential Education is responsible for providing high-level, strategic oversight for several functional areas including student leadership, academic development, recruitment & training, summer operations, and the off-campus housing office. Additional essential job functions for the AMD include supervision, institutional support, administration, and on-call/emergency response. The Assistant Managing Director - Residential Education is supervised by the Managing Director for University Student Housing.
Requisition ID:
38436BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Residence Education and Institutional Support (35%)
Establish vision and strategic plan for functional areas under AMD’s supervision ensuring initiatives support departmental mission, vision, values and goals
Partner with Assistant Managing Director for Residential Living to ensure complimentary operation of all areas of Residence Life
Direct, manage and guide staff on the implementation of programmatic, administrative, and assessment initiatives for the following areas: student leadership, academic development, recruitment & training, summer operations, and the off-campus housing office
Collaborate with University Student Housing leadership to support the accomplishment of the mission, vision, and strategic initiatives of the department
Ensure compliance of Residence Life staff regarding risk management requirements
Lead implementation of departmental initiatives including residential curriculum and student scholarships
Assist with the creation and implementation of policies and procedures related to the management of Residence Life and University Student Housing
Coordinate with other stakeholders and staff to create programs and service which support the development of students
Develop and maintain relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Supervision (25%)
Recruit, train, directly supervise, and evaluate three mid-level staff members including a Director for Student Leadership and Development, a Program Director for Academic Support, and a Program Director for Staff Development and Summer Operations
Contribute to and monitor the professional development of area staff
Provide indirect supervision and support to Residence Life Professional, Full-Time and Student Staff
Conduct one-on-one meetings with direct supervisees and indirect staff, as assigned
Train and advise Residence Life Staff on specialty area operations
Administration (20%)
Provide administrative oversight for area functions including but not limited to budget management, residential curriculum, payroll approval, Maxient and student of concern reporting, and other departmental databases and systems
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Assist with summer conference contract development and review
Assess and report on effectiveness of area initiatives
Chair and serve on departmental or Residence Life committee or liaison opportunities, as assigned
On-Call/Emergency Response (20%)
Serve as a member of the Residence Life Managing Director On-Call Team for a residential population of over 8000 students
Be available on a call-to-duty status to assist with residence hall and campus emergencies
Communicate appropriately with emergency personnel, University Student Housing, and other campus officials as needed
Support residence life leadership team and professional staff in responding to crises and providing follow-up
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
6500.00
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Schedule Details:
M-F 7:30am-4:30pm + on-call. Conference travel as necessary
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree
6+ years of progressive work experience in higher education and 3+ years of midlevel residence life management experience or related field
A record of effective supervisory and budget management experience
Knowledge and practice in adult learning theories and application of theory to the development of leadership
Experience in creating academic partnerships
Skills related to leading multi-functional team project teams preferred
Department:
University Student Housing
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
First line Managers
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required and five years administrative or management experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
