Associate Director of Residence Life

Recruitment Packet

ABOUT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES

Colorado School of Mines is a public research university devoted to engineering and applied science.

It has the highest admissions standards of any public university in Colorado and among the highest of any public university in the U.S.

Mines has distinguished itself by developing a curriculum and research program geared towards responsible stewardship of the earth and its resources. In addition to strong education and research programs in traditional fields of science and engineering, Mines is one of a very few institutions in the world having broad expertise in resources exploration, extraction, production and utilization. As such, Mines occupies a unique position among the world's institutions of higher education.

Since its founding in 1874, the translation of the school's mission into educational programs has been influenced by the needs of society. Those needs are now focused more clearly than

ever before. The world faces a crisis in balancing resource availability with environmental protection and Mines and its programs are central to the solution. Mines offers all the advantages of a world-class research institution with a size that allows for personal attention. With a student body of about 5,100, Mines has a student/faculty ratio of 14:1 and an average undergraduate class size of 33 students. Starting in the Fall of 2014 we will be offering close to 1,900 beds on the campus to students.

Colorado School of Mines Mission. Colorado School of Mines’ role and mission has remained constant and is written in the Colorado statute as: The Colorado School of Mines shall be a specialized baccalaureate and graduate research institution with high admission standards. !!!!!!!

!!The Colorado School of Mines shall have a unique mission in energy, mineral, and materials science and engineering and associated engineering and science fields. The school shall be the primary institution of higher education offering energy, mineral and materials science and mineral engineering degrees at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. (Colorado Revised Statutes, Section 23-41-105) Mines’ well-defined and focused mission is achieved by the creation, integration and exchange of knowledge in engineering, the natural sciences, the social sciences, the humanities, business, and their union, to create processes and products to enhance the quality of life of the world’s inhabitants. Mines is consequently committed to serving the people of Colorado, the nation, and the global community by promoting stewardship of the Earth, advancements in energy and sustaining the environment.

LIVING IN GOLDEN

Around Golden

Golden is the last major stop before climbing to the top of the Continental Divide and is nestled between two volcanic mesas and against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.  Golden is approximately 8 square miles and located approximately 15 miles west of Denver, with an official elevation of 5,675.

Golden was founded in 1859 and was the territorial capitol of Colorado from 1862 until 1867.  It was originally called “Golden City,” not only for being the supply center for miners of the region during the Pikes Peak Gold Rush, but also after Thomas L. Golden, one of the first prospectors to pan for gold in the area.

Golden is proud to be home to ten museums, a scenic downtown shopping and restaurant area, wonderful biking, hiking, and other outdoor activities, as well as the home of Coors Brewing Company.

Information from the City of Golden- www.2hourvacation.com

Denver & The Rockies

Denver is located 15 miles east of the Rocky Mountains and, with the exception of Kansas City, Denver is closer to the exact center of the nation than any other metropolitan area. The 15th step on the west side of the State Capitol Building is exactly 5,280 feet- one mile- about sea level. !Denver is a clean, young and green city with over 200 parks and dozens of tree-lined boulevards. Unlike some Western cities, Denver has a central downtown area. Some of the city’s top attractions include the Denver Pavilions, Denver Art Museum and the Colorado History Museum. A mile-long pedestrian mall cuts through the heart of downtown Denver and is surrounded by a series of parks and plazas that soften the towering skyscrapers and provide viewpoints from which to see and appreciate the modern architecture. Denver is a city with a growing transit system that included buses and a light rail train system. !Just 15 minutes from downtown Denver is located a new 50,000-seat stadium, Coors Field, for the Colorado Rockies, Denver’s Major League Baseball Team. Also near downtown is Sports Authority Field at Mile High and the Pepsi Center where the Denver Broncos (football), Colorado Avalanche (hockey), Denver Nuggets (basketball), Colorado Mammoth (Lacrosse), and many large-scare concerts play.

Denver’s Climate

Denver has a mild, dry and arid climate. The city receives only 8-15 inches of precipitation a year (about the same as Los Angeles), and records 300 days of sunshine a year- more annual hours of sun than San Diego or Miami Beach. Winters are mild with an average daily high of 45 degrees Fahrenheit, in February. Snow does fall, but it usually melts in a short time. Golf courses remain open all year and have been played on as many as 30 days in January. In summer, dry relative humidity makes Denver feel cool and comfortable, offering natural air conditioning.

RESIDENCE LIFE MISSION

Colorado School of Mines Department of Residence Life is dedicated to student success through a superior living and learning experience that recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities our students face in their Oredigger experience. Our staff is committed to providing intentional learning through quality services and facilities, student support, as well as a safe, secure, and academically-focused environment. We believe campus living, in collaboration with the Mines community, fosters personal growth and development, encouraging students to become critical thinkers and civically engaged leaders in a diverse global community. !

  Associate Director of Residence Life!Colorado School of Mines!

Department of Residence Life!!The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. ! !SUMMARY: !Under the general supervision of the Director of Housing and Residence Life, the Associate Director of Residence Life manages and coordinates all programs related to Residence Life student development efforts. The Associate Director implements the strategic vision and direction for student development programs in the residence halls and apartment housing while making recommendations on related policies. Assists in the establishment and implementation of short- and long-range department goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures and plans for the allocation of resources relating to physical improvements of residential communities. Manages budgets related to daily operations for Residence Life. Oversees day to day administrative tasks related to Residence Halls and apartment housing residential education and living arrangements and oversees development of materials and forms for Residence Life programs and processes. Responsible for hiring, training, supervising, advising, and evaluating four Residence Life Coordinators. Indirectly supervises approximately 100 additional associates including resident assistants and desk assistants. Oversees development and management of educational, social justice, wellness, social, and Theme Learning community programming initiatives for the residence halls. Handles emergency and crisis situations that pertain to students and Residence Halls and Apartment Housing facilities. Serves in the on-call rotation for the Residence Life and Student Life division. Participates in all Residence Life programs, orientation programs, and campus specialty weekends. ! !DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: !

Administration!

• In collaboration with the Director, assist in the establishment and implementation of short- and long-range department goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures; monitor and evaluate program effectiveness; effect changes required for improvement.

• Assist the Director of Housing and Residence Life in planning for the allocation of resources relating to physical improvements of residential communities.

• Manage budgets related to daily operations for Residence Life as it relates to student staff programming • Represent the University to various institutional divisions by serving on various university committees as well

as externally to students and/or the general public/local community. • Oversee development of materials and forms for Residence Life programs and processes. • Oversee the day to day administrative tasks as it relates to Residence Halls and apartment housing

residential education and living arrangements. !!Supervision!

• Responsible for the direct hiring, training, supervising, advising, and evaluation of Residence Life Coordinators (4). Indirectly supervise paraprofessional Hall Directors, Community Director, Community Assistant, and Resident Assistant staff, Lead Desk Assistant, and Desk Assistant Staff (100).

• Oversee design, implementation, evaluation and assessment of staff selection and staff training processes.! !Residential Education!

• Oversee development and management of educational, social justice, wellness, social, and Theme Learning community programming initiatives for the residence halls.

• Assist with tracking/facilitating adjudication issues and conflict resolution that arises in the residence halls in conjunction with the Director of Housing & Residence Life. Serve as a hearing officer.

Associate Director of Residence Life

Residential Education(continued) • Advise Residence Hall Association (RHA); attend RHA meetings and executive board meetings; provide training,

information, resources and feedback to representatives; monitor RHA and budget and expenditures. • Implement and assess student development efforts in Residence Halls and Apartment Housing areas as it

relates to support services and programmatic efforts. • Handle emergency and crisis situations that pertain to students and Residence Halls and Apartment Housing

facilities. Serve in the on-call rotation for the Residence Life and Student Life division. • Plan, implement, and assess student development efforts in Residence Life, and collaborate on similar efforts

within the larger university community and all facets of student life. • Participate in all Residence Life programs, orientation programs and campus specialty weekends.  

Other Duties • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Housing and Residence Life. ! !

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum qualifications for the Associate Director of Residence Life include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher education and must possess moderate amounts of progressively responsible professional experience professional experience within a comprehensive residence life system in a higher education setting. A master’s degree in college student personnel, higher education administration, or related field is strongly preferred. Further, the Associate Director must possess demonstrated management experience in the development and training of Residence Life staff; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty and staff; and outstanding administrative, technology, planning, training, and supervisory skills are essential.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.

• Skill in fostering a cooperative work environment. • Use of independent judgment to manage and impart information to a range of clientele. • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of

constituencies in a diverse community. • Supervision and training of employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. • Knowledge of student development theory and student personnel administration. • Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. • Skill in the development, planning, and implementation of short- and long-range goals. • Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management and knowledge of financial/business analysis techniques. • Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures. • Skill in the planning, evaluation, revision, and implementation of student development programs. • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. • Knowledge of management principles and practices. • Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within specialty area. • Knowledge and skill of training professional and student staff utilizing learning theories as a basis. !

  COMPENSATION Salary Range $45,000-$50,000, with a meal plan when Dining Services is open and cell phone stipend. Mines also provides an attractive benefits package including fully paid health insurance with partner benefits, dependent tuition benefits, parental leave policies and dependent care assistance through a flexible spending plan.

New Opportunities Coming To Mines!!Elm Hall is under construction and is planned to open August 2014. This 207 bed residence hall and dining facility is an exciting addition to the residential and campus community. This will also include the creation of the Residence Life, Dining, and Blastercard Office for the campus community to have as a one-stop-shop location for support. !Expansion of Apartment Life. Residence Life is establishing a residential educational experience at Mines Park for Upperclass, Graduate, and Family Housing residents. !Hosting RAppin 2015. Mines Residence Life has committed to with excitement and enthusiasm to host the AIMHO Regional RA Leadership Conference in Fall 2015 !Assistant Director of Housing Operations has been created and will provide administrative and operational support to our residential campus. !Residence Life Coordinator for Apartment Life has been created and will support and establish the residential education and operational support to Mines Park Apartments !!!!CONTACT US

Jenn Mazzotta Search Chair mazzotta@mines.edu !Brent Waller Director of Housing and Residence Life bwaller@mines.edu