Assistant Director for Resident Learning

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities. 

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking an Assistant Director for Resident Learning (ADRL) in the office of Campus Living & Learning is one of three midlevel professional staff members responsible for ensuring student learning, faith development, cultural humility, and self-advocacy are outcomes of the on-campus residential experience in their respective area team. The ADRL must show a commitment to collaboration with faculty, an appreciation of human diversity, and an enthusiasm for investing in the development of new professional staff members. The ADRL reports to the Senior Associate Director for Resident Learning. 

A Master’s degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A PhD and seven years of relevant experience are preferred. 

A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another. 

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

Professional Staff Supervision

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate an area team of 4-6 master’s level Area Coordinators (AC) and Residence Hall Directors (RHD), with possible indirect supervision of an Assistant Residence Hall Director (ARHD) and Graduate Apprentice Residence Hall Directors (GARHD)

• Facilitate annual trainings of professional staff members

• In partnership with the office of Spiritual Life, assist in recruitment and hiring of Truett Seminary student Resident Chaplains

Community Development

• Oversee authentic Christian communities that support academic excellence, spiritual growth, cultural humility, self-advocacy, and an appreciation for doing life together

• Assist Acs/RHDs in providing support for Living-Learning Communities and faculty involvement (i.e. Faculty-in- Residence, Faculty Partner, and Faculty Steward)

Student Development

• Develop meaningful relationships with student staff (Community Leaders) and maintain a high degree of visibility and availability for Community Leaders

• Coordinate departmental responses to student behavioral concerns and incidents in the halls

• Ensure departmental learning goals encompassing concepts such as life together, cultural humility, faith development, intellectual development, and self-advocacy, occur in their respective communities through intentional conversations and hall programming

Administrative Responsibilities

• Serve in a rotating on-call leadership capacity, supervising Area Coordinators and Residence Hall Directors in crisis response protocol responses and follow-up of critical incidents on campus

• Advise departmental committees and work groups, including but not limited to professional staff training, professional staff recruitment, student staff education, cultural humility programming, and recognition

• Represent Campus Living & Learning on Student Life or other university committees and work groups

• Participate in admissions, orientation, and student activities events and programs

• Learn and use technology platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, Persona, CSGold, CBORD, StarRez, Maxient, and other departmental website applications

Professional Development

• Use professional development funds provided by Campus Living & Learning to engage and represent the department in opportunities such as reading or writing for professional publications, active membership in a regional and/or national organization, and attending and/or presenting at conferences

• Attend Student Life and university professional development opportunities

Other

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.