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Job Purpose
As a live-in member of the residence life hall staff, the Village Coordinator (VC) manages the day-to-day operations of a residential area and creates a community that supports student learning, development, and success.
This role is active from July 2026 - June 2027, with the ability to continue if still enrolled in graduate courses.
Duties and Responsibilities
● Supervise and provide guidance, education, and training to resident assistants
● Creates a community that promotes respect and learning
● Oversee programming and administrative requirements for resident assistant staff
● Accurately maintain all housing administrative records related to students in areas of responsibility, including ongoing audit of Health and Safety Inspections
● Serve on an on-call duty rotation to address campus issues and emergencies, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
● Respond to emergency/critical incidents related to students in the hall per Residence Life emergency procedures
● Oversee the overall general upkeep and facility care of the assigned area, including regular walk-through tours of the residence hall building to effectively monitor the conditions of the facilities
● Work with Facilities Management to follow up on any issues involving residence halls
● Assist with recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of resident assistants
● Assist with Office of Residence Life and campus wide programs and functions (e.g., Orientation, Marlins Day, Hall Opening & Closings)
● Assist with student conduct and disciplinary meetings with residents
● Attend/host weekly professional staff meetings and weekly student staff meetings
● Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is required with extra-curricular activities and student leadership experience
- Must be an enrolled graduate student at Virginia Wesleyan University and be fully enrolled for the duration of the academic year during which the position is held
- Prior Resident Life experience preferred
This description is to be regarded as a general overview of the responsibilities required for this position. It is not intended as a contractual agreement; other related duties may be assigned.
About Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Wesleyan University (vwu.edu) is Coastal Virginia's premier university of the liberal arts and sciences. Situated on a 300-acre park-like campus in Virginia Beach, VWU annually enrolls more than 5,000 learners in all programs in all locations, including nearly 1,700 students in undergraduate, graduate and online programs. Students thrive in average class sizes of 12, and nearly 90 percent of new graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within one year of graduation. Through its Environmental Guiding Principles, the University incorporates a commitment to sustainability in every aspect of campus life. VWU is an inclusive community dedicated to scholarship and service grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, inspiring students to build meaningful lives through engagement in Coastal Virginia's dynamic metropolitan region, the nation and the world.
Location
Virginia Wesleyan has often been defined by its desirable and unique location in Coastal Virginia. Located in Virginia Beach, the University is just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay on a beautiful 300-acre park-like campus. The area is home to a host of business, governmental, and cultural institutions, as well as rich historical and natural resources. Nestled in the heart of one of Virginia’s largest metropolitan areas, Virginia Wesleyan is physically insulated from the bustle of the city traffic, and yet the vast resources of its surrounding urban area are easily accessible. Our region is proud of its vibrant city life, sandy beaches, and rich history. Learn more at visitvirginiabeach.com/explore.
Statement of Non-Discrimination
Virginia Wesleyan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of skills, experience, and qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national and ethnic origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, the presence of non-job-related medical disability, or any other legally protected status.Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
