Rocky Mountain College (RMC) invites applications for the position of Residence Life Coordinator with the Office of Residence Life. The Residence Life Coordinator position at RMC is a 12 month live-on professional who has responsibility for the daily operation of the residence halls and supervision of student staff allowing for a successful and supportive residence life experience for Rocky Mountain College students, the continual development and assessment of the Housing and Residence Life program, and support of the initiatives overseen by the Office of Residence Life.

The Rocky Mountain College Residence Life program is committed to providing a safe and secure living and learning environment for approximately 500 students in four residence halls that encourages the pursuit of academic success, contributes to personal growth, and fosters responsibility to community. The residence life staff is composed of up to a Residence Life Coordinator, Housing Operations Coordinator, student residence life managers, resident advisors, and night monitors. This position reports directly to the Director of Auxiliary Services.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: Rocky Mountain College is a small private liberal arts institution focused on academic success and personal growth. Rocky Mountain College is the oldest college in Montana, founded in 1878. Its history demonstrates a commitment to excellence and openness to all points of view. The College finds strength by joining a liberal arts tradition and the heritage of practical training for specific careers. The campus of Rocky Mountain College occupies approximately 60 park-like acres in a residential section of Billings. Evergreen trees, shrubs, and perennials make the campus particularly welcoming to our approximately 1,000 enrolled students. Billings offers all of the benefits of a big-city life with small-town Montana hospitality. The College recognizes the educational value of co-curricular activities. There are a variety of student activities provided by the College such as athletics, outdoor recreation, theater, community service, music, clubs, and campus ministry. Through participation, a student may gain an understanding of fellow students, increase his or her desire to serve the world, and acquire the skills necessary to live and work with others.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: The Residence Life Coordinator position is a 12-month live-on professional position who is responsible for creating a successful and supportive residence life experience for Rocky Mountain College students and the continual development and assessment of the Housing and Residence Life program. The Residence Life Coordinator oversees the daily operation of the residence halls including but is not limited to: ensuring student safety, providing students with clean and comfortable residence hall facilities, as well as supervising student staff. This position educates and manages the appropriate residence life staff, identifies/creates and implements appropriate staff development and training opportunities, coordinates occupancy management, and ensures that the residence life program provides a healthy, positive, and academic environment for students. This position is responsible for providing leadership by promoting an atmosphere within the residential community that supports academic achievement and fosters responsible decision-making, coordinating community and student development through social and educational programming. Additionally this position will need to be able to educate individual students in campus policies and procedures, participate in a campus on-call system, serve on departmental and campus-wide committees, and develop professional and effective communications with students, parents, staff, faculty, and members of the campus community.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; two or more years of progressively responsible experience in residence life or higher education required. This is a 12 month live-on position. The ideal candidate will demonstrate commitment to community and student development; possess excellent oral and written communication skills; have working knowledge of computer applications such as Jenzabar, Microsoft Office, Google Drive and social media platforms; and be able to understand and operate all electronic assessments and applications used in student life.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience in supervision of staff and management of a community living facility. Successful administrative experience. Master’s degree.

REMUNERATION: In addition to basic salary and enrollment in benefits to full-time RMC employees, the compensation package for this position includes on-campus living accommodations with utilities provided, and meal allowance in the campus dining hall during fall and spring semester. This position is salary exempt with flex time off.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit a letter of interest, resume, a list of 3 professional references, and the Rocky Mountain College Staff Application via email at jobs@rocky.edu or mail to: Human Resources, Rocky Mountain College, 1511 Poly Drive, Billings, MT 59102. The position is open until filled.

INQUIRES: Please direct all inquiries to the Office of Residence Life at housing@rocky.edu.