*Job no:* 512570*Work type:* Management (MPP)*Location:* Northridge*Categories:* MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full TimeAt CSUN we aspire to continually grow as an inclusive, cooperative community! CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. As a leader you will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles [https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles](https://www.csun.edu/leadership-principles). If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. *Responsibilities*Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Housing and Residential Life, the Associate Director for Residential Life provides leadership and strategic direction for CSUN’s vibrant student housing communities and residential educational initiatives, serving as a central member of the Student Housing Leadership Team and sharing responsibility for the administration of the department with an annual budget nearing $24 million and a design capacity of over 3,200 beds. The incumbent promotes quality of life, well-being and personal development for students living in fifteen apartment-style residence halls, an apartment-style family housing complex, and five suite-style residence halls, operating 24 hours, seven days a week.* Develops and fosters shared vision, priorities and planning goals within Residential Life program that supports the mission of Student Housing and ensures the development of a welcoming living and learning community that actively promotes student engagement, inclusion, equity and social justice.* Provides guidance and oversight for programmatic initiatives and student learning outcomes focused on academic success, student leadership, and community development within a framework of equity and inclusion.* Effectively supervises all functions of the Residential Life unit, including strategic planning, program development, management of fiscal resources, human resource and performance management, professional and paraprofessional training and development, crisis intervention and critical incident response, student conduct and student learning and development.* Establishes and continuously guides a broad range of goals, policies and procedures for the Residential Life area; successfully oversees all daily operations, programs, activities and services. Serves as administrator-in-charge in the absence of the Director along with other senior-level department personnel.* As a leader, demonstrates a commitment to student success that is mission aligned with the university’s vision, values and priorities. Establishes an ethical and collegial work environment, promoting a collaborative, accountable and inclusive team. Encourages a courageous and resilient solution-oriented environment by participating in new opportunities to further the mission of the university. Participates in developing initiatives that further support the campus mission with a service-oriented and catalytic mind set. Strengthens employees by being communicative and a talent builder that develops team attributes, furthering departmental goals.* Performs other duties as assigned.’NOTE: To view the full position description including all of the required qualifications copy and paste this link into your browser: [https://bit.ly/3v0jyZF](https://bit.ly/3v0jyZF)*Qualifications** Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a job-related field. Master’s Degree in student affairs or related field strongly preferred.* Equivalent to five years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience; with 2 of the five years in a managerial role preferred.*Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Leadership** Demonstrated leadership in developing and delivering learning-centered programs and services that promote student success among diverse populations in student housing.* Demonstrated success in motivating and leading large and diverse staff, including represented and non-represented employees.* Demonstrated ability to successfully manage complex crisis situations involving multiple stakeholders.* Highly developed and demonstrated understanding of student safety, emergency management and student behavior/conduct best practices.* Demonstrated leadership with facilities maintenance, renovation, planning and design.* Highly developed skills in budgeting and financial forecasting.* Highly developed strategic planning skillset.* Exceptional communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills.* Proven ability to develop and sustain student residential communities that value and promote equity and diversity.* Lead diverse teams to support the operational mission and vision of employers by fostering an ethical, inclusive and collegial work environment.* Demonstrated ability to support ongoing improvement through courageous, resilient, and catalytic leadership.* Lead varying initiatives through a collaborative, service-oriented and communicative approach.* Demonstrated commitment to employee development, recognition, and accountability to further operational goals.*Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule** Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.*General Information** This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.* A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.* The person holding this position may be considered a ‘limited reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.* This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.* Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: [www.csun.edu/careers](http://www.csun.edu/careers)* Applications received through May 6, 2022 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.* CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. To learn more visit our Matadors Forward site: [https://www.csun.edu/matadors-forward/faculty-and-staff-fall-guidelines](https://www.csun.edu/matadors-forward/faculty-and-staff-fall-guidelines)*Equal Employment Opportunity*CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.*Advertised:* Apr 08, 2022 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time*Applications close:* Open until filled