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Posted: 18-Feb-26
Location: VA
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: 55000357
Title: Resident Director
Application Review Date: 3/16/2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.
| Job Description Reporting directly to an Assistant Director for Residence life, the Resident Director (RD) serves as an active and visible residential community member who is responsible for facilitating an engaging residential experience that is highly relational, fosters curiosity and learning, centers well-being; and supports students in successfully finding their way. |
| Required Qualifications An advanced degree in student affairs leadership, higher education administration, or an equivalent field or a Bachelor’s degree and experience working in residence life or a university setting. |
| Preferred Qualifications: Previous residence life experience in a leadership role. Proven ability to address the needs of student groups and staff. Previous experience with learning communities, collaboration with faculty and other campus constituents. Ability to promote a positive residential culture and community. Experience with student conduct, group advising, crisis response, behavior interventions, program coordination, and recruitment and training for student groups. |
Employment Conditions: Must have a valid driver's license.
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Normal Work Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday, some evenings and weekends as required
Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer
Department: Housing & Residential Life
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Department Contact Name: Stephanie Hovsepian
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5355
Department Contact Email: shovsepian@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
| Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. |
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
