Careers at Lehigh

Join the Lehigh University Office of Residence Life as an Assistant Director: Residence Life!

Lehigh University, a vibrant and diverse community of exceptional students and scholars, invites applications for the position of Assistant Director: Residence Life (Position Number S86600). As a member of the dynamic and dedicated Student Affairs team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the residential experience for our students.

In this exciting role, your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the daily operations and management of your assigned residential area as a live-in professional
• Inspiring and leading a team of dedicated student staff (Gryphons), fostering their personal and professional growth
• Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enriching living environment for all residents
• Contributing to the implementation of innovative residential curriculum strategies
• Collaborating on department-wide initiatives, committees, and staff selection and training processes
• Sharing on-call duty responsibilities for the residential campus (evening and weekend commitments required)

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Higher Education or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• One to three years of related work experience
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Passion for student development and creating transformative residential experiences

Lehigh University is a prestigious institution committed to academic excellence, progressive research, and fostering an inclusive and supportive community. As an Assistant Director: Residence Life, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition remission, generous retirement plans, and a commitment to work-life balance.

Join a team of dedicated professionals and become part of a vibrant and dynamic campus community. Apply today and embark on an exciting journey to shape the residential experience at Lehigh University. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

This position is a Grade: 7 - 40, offering an approximate salary of $40,000-$46,220. The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community. This position is a live in position and will have four consecutive weeks off during the summer months. The position works directly with the student staff Gryphon team and supports the residential community. The employee in this position will be overseeing Residence Life and will utilize a curricular approach and restorative practices. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.  

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety.  Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.