Resident Director

About Binghamton University

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character – shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life – promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service;
Binghamton University is where our students, faculty, and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than having a great job – it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Budget

Title:

Residence Hall Director (SL-2)
Salary: $51,261 (12‑month appointment)

We provide a small school residential experience within a premier public university. Our dedicated staff and faculty educators engage with students in building strong communities that empower personal development and academic success. Six diverse residential areas offer Bearcats a home away from home that supports learning and growth.

Residential Life launched an innovative staffing model in Fall 2023 to better deliver services and experiences to the over 7,600 residential students on campus. The Resident Director (RD) must be able to show a professional maturity to adapt and support the department through these changes. This is a fast‑paced, innovative, and highly collaborative environment.

• Responsible for the development of the residential community assigned to the role.
• Develop activities as outlined in the Bearcat Living residential education model.
• Collaborate with Student Support Graduate Staff to provide outreach and resources to students.
• Work closely with area Collegiate Professor and/or Faculty in Residence to enhance the out‑of‑classroom learning experience.
• Collaborate with other departments in support of the residential experience and student support/learning.
• Promote diversity through role modeling, confronting instances of disrespect or bias, and emphasizing respect.
• Have autonomy in running their building(s) while working in a broader team atmosphere to promote the distinct community within their residential college.
• Regularly interact with students during nights and weekends.
• Establish and maintain office hours.

• Act as a facilitator of the student conduct process by following up with students regarding policy violations.
• Facilitate educational interventions with students who have engaged in concerning behavior or violated policy.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff to preserve and enhance facilities in the residence hall.
• Participate in the University's duty rotation as an on‑call emergency response assistant; manage situations involving various psychological, emotional, medical, or other safety‑related emergencies or incidents (including periodic duty over campus breaks).

• Work with a team of 4–9 live‑in staff members in an area of 1,000–1,600 residents.
• Directly supervise live‑in student staff members.
• Advise and support hall and area governments.
• Be directly supervised by the Assistant Director of the assigned area.

• Complete required administrative tasks.
• Participate in August, January, and other ongoing training programs throughout the year.
• Facilitate opening and closing processes.
• Be responsible for daily monitoring of building facilities, work order, and maintenance requests.
• Have the prospect for multiple professional development opportunities.
• Assist in summer responsibilities including orientation sessions, planning for the academic year, and other project‑based tasks.

This position has a 12‑month work obligation requiring the staff member to live in the…