Assistant Resident Director

Job Information

• Position Number: Multiple Positions Available
• Payroll
  
  Title:
  
  RSDT ADVISOR 2
• Job Code: 4570
• Open Date: 3/4/2025
• Application Review Begins: 3/19/2025
• Department: DSRS (Residential and Community Living)
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Union Code: 99
  - Non Represented
• Employee Class: Staff:
  Contract
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Salary: $27.39/hr – $28.11/hr (includes housing and meal plan)
• Work Location: varies
• Hours: 40 hours per week (hours vary)
• Benefits: Full Benefits
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, up to one day per week Remote

The Assistant Resident Director (ARD) is an entry‑level full‑time live‑in position responsible for assisting the Resident Director (RD) with the implementation of the student development program in campus housing at UC Santa Barbara. Under the supervision of the RD, the ARD utilizes a curricular approach and equity mindset as cornerstones of their daily work in facilitating student wellness, development, and belonging in a residential community.

The contract term is 12 months (August – July) with the opportunity for a renewal of one additional term. The ARD may be assigned to a community that does not have students residing in the summer, at which time they will perform necessary duties to assist the department with preparing for fall opening and the upcoming academic year.

• Assist the RD in implementing a curricular approach for a community ranging from 500 to 1,800 residents.
• Provide support in student staff training.
• Oversee community development, resident engagement, and curricular initiatives.
• Advise the hall/community council consisting of student leaders.
• Assist in basic counseling, advising, and referrals for student concerns.
• Support student conduct adjudication and address emergencies and crisis situations.
• Develop effective working relationships with department and campus colleagues.
• Complete a comprehensive, self‑directed professional development plan.
• Supervise student staff.

• 1–3 years of experience engaging and leading others in social justice, access, inclusion and equity issues within a campus community.
• 1–3 years of experience planning and delivering programs that foster student engagement and community development.
• 1–3 years in a student leadership role on a college or university campus.
• 1–3 years of experience in basic student/peer advising and counseling.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across a large, multifunctional department.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UCSB campus resources and support services.
• Knowledge of the day‑to‑day operations of a student housing community.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working within a residential curriculum campus.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience supervising student staff.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Higher Education and/or Student Affairs.

• Full‑time live‑in position with on‑call responsibilities; contract term is 12 months with potential renewal.
• May require night and weekend hours with flexible time off to offset these hours.
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act.
• Requires satisfactory criminal history background check.
• UCSB is a Tobacco‑Free environment.

• 35% Community Development & Education
  • Assist the RD in implementing an inclusive educational plan aligned with the residential curriculum.
  • Operationalize educational and social initiatives to foster belonging, especially among underserved students.
  • Maintain a visible presence to build trust and address emerging needs.
  • Oversee Resident Assistant staff and ensure responsible use of funds.
  • Support student leaders of hall/community council in engaging residents.
  • Facilitate student staff training and ongoing professional development.
• 30% Advising & Supervising
  • Advise council meetings and activities, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
  • Meet with executive leaders to set agendas and address council needs.
  • Recruit and coordinate student leader elections and onboarding.
  • Guide on group dynamics, leadership, and teamwork.
  • Distribute information about campus services and prepare event calendars.
  • Supervise 8–17 Resident Assistants; oversee desk…