Overview
Huntingdon College, founded in 1854, is a small Methodist liberal arts college located in Montgomery, AL. Still upholding the values and standards upon which the school was founded, the Huntingdon motto is “Enter to grow in wisdom, go forth to apply in wisdom in service.” The Huntingdon community consists of approximately 800 students, many of whom live on-campus in three Residence Halls. The Office of Student Life is currently expanding many of the programs offered to Huntingdon students. With the continued growth of the College and expansion of the Office of Student Life, we are currently looking to fill three new full-time live-on positions which offer not only Residence Life experience but also other Student Affairs opportunities.
The Resident Director / Coordinator of Student Life
Positions are full-time positions which manage all aspects of the residence life program within a specific living community and assist Student Life in creating and implementing diverse programs to continue the development of Huntingdon College students including Greek Life, Leadership Development, Campus Recreation, The Commuter Experience, and Student Publications.
Resident Director Responsibilities:
- Supervision of up to 200 residential students
- Select, supervise, and provide on-going training opportunities for undergraduate staff members including Resident Assistants and desk assistants
- Developing a sense of community amongst Huntingdon College students
- Advising and assisting RAs in programming opportunities for students including social, educational, cultural, and service
- Mentoring and nurturing students in their academic and personal development through programming, advising, and counseling
- Facility management
- Facilitating room change and room draw processes
Coordinator of Student Life Responsibilities: (one or more of the following)
Greek Life
- Expand the Greek program at Huntingdon College
- Assist organizations in recruitment and marketing to new students
- Develop and advise a Huntingdon College Greek Council (IFC/PHC)
- Work with Executive Offices of each Greek organization
- Further develop alumni programs
- Design and develop publications and announcements related to Greek Life
Student Leadership
- Develop and implement a leadership development program including leadership seminars, retreats, and specialized training for college students
- Recruit, train and supervise student leaders to assist in program development
Campus Recreation
- Oversee intramural sports and increase participation and opportunities
- Develop day activities for students related to campus recreation
- Plan and organize off-campus experiential learning events, trips and programs
The Commuter Experience
- Develop opportunities and programs for commuter students to get connected at Huntingdon College
- Serve as a liaison between commuter students and administration
- Collaborate with organizations, offices, and staff to reach out to the commuter student population
Student Publications / Marketing
- Design and produce publications for the Office of Student Life including, but not limited to, student newspaper, yearbook, bi-monthly e-newsletters, quarterly printed newsletter, website, and bulletin boards.
Positions Qualifications/Compensation:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (in College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration or closely related field). Preferred candidates will also demonstrate: understanding of the co-academic mission of a residence life program; ability to develop a community which promotes academic success and commitment to diversity; training and skills in supervision and group dynamics; experience with student development programming.
Compensation includes salary, benefits, and on-campus apartment and meal plan.
Please Contact:
Kari Osborne, Director of Residence Life
kario@huntingdon.edu
334.833.4288
1500 East Fairview Ave – The Hut
Montgomery, AL 36106
