Residence Life Coordinator

Missouri Western State University
Missouri Western State University

Operations

St Joseph, MO, USA

Posted on Oct 31, 2026
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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Residence Life Coordinator
Job Description
The Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) reports to the Assistant Director of Housing and Residence Life and is instrumental in helping students develop new skills, form meaningful connections and overcome challenges. The RLC is an integral part of a student’s college journey, supporting their personal, academic and social development. The RLC manages a student staff team, offering them essential guidance, support and training; while facilitating programs that foster community engagement, personal development and a sense of belonging among residents. This position is required to live and work within an assigned residence hall; room and board accommodations are provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Provide conflict mediation and resources to students.
  • Assist with the hiring, training, and supervising of Resident Assistants.
  • Assist with building and departmental operations, including but not limited to, MoveIn/Out, Desk Assistants, Resident Assistant scheduling, Resident Assistant Council, etc.
  • Oversee occupancy, room assignments, key tracking, and hall equipment for designated building.
  • Participates in rotation of 24-hour on-call emergency assistance.
  • Develop and oversee educational programs for residence hall students.
  • Serve as a student conduct officer and investigator, assisting with investigations for Student Affairs as well as Residential Life.
  • Assists with summer housing, camps and conferences, enrollment sessions, and recruitment events.
  • Works with the CARE (Campus Assessment, Response and Evaluation) team to respond to student needs.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Foundational knowledge of student development theory.
  • Ability to write reports and complete all relevant documentation.
  • Understanding the housing database and contract process; ability to assist students with related queries.
  • Good crisis management skills.
  • Basic understanding of facilities management.
  • Ability to provide emergency response as required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and other general office equipment.
  • Organized thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Must have some experience in student housing, including specific experience in conflict mediation, using housing databases, and crisis management.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • Must be currently authorized to continuously work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
  • General office conditions. Exposed to moderate noise levels.
  • Required to use close vision and be able to focus.
  • Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to sit, stand, and bend at the knee and waist, and walk.
  • Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement to type and work on computer.
  • Must have finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination to work on computer, telephone, and related office equipment.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
  • Participates in rotation for providing 24-hour on-call emergency assistance.
  • Incumbent must live in campus housing.
FLSA Exempt
Additional Demands
On campus residency required.
Hours of Work
M-F 10 am – 5 pm with additional night and weekend duties.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S862P
Open Date 11/02/2026
Priority Deadline 11/27/2026
Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-3
    • 3-5
    • 5-7
    • 7+
  2. * Are you available to work weekends?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you able to live on campus?

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Do you have prior experience in Higher Education?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * What is your highest level of education attained?

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Do you have a valid current driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial)
  4. Professional References (3-5 with contact information)
Optional Documents
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