Resident Director

Title: Resident Director

Application Review Date: 3/16/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

Reporting directly to an Assistant Director for Residence life, the Resident Director (RD) serves as an active and visible residential community member who is responsible for facilitating an engaging residential experience that is highly relational, fosters curiosity and learning, centers well-being; and supports students in successfully finding their way.

The RD supports the residential experience by providing comprehensive management of 1-2 residence halls, or multiple apartment units that house approximately 230-600 residents and supervises 8-20 Resident Assistants (RA). Primary duties and responsibilities involve residential engagement and student learning; building administration and operations; supervision and management; student advising and leadership development; crisis management and student support; as well as organizational leadership.

Required Qualifications

An advanced degree in student affairs leadership, higher education administration, or an equivalent field or a Bachelor’s degree and experience working in residence life or a university setting.
Demonstrated planning, administrative, organizational and supervisory skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to creating a culture of belonging, academic success, and inclusive communities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous residence life experience in a leadership role. Proven ability to address the needs of student groups and staff. Previous experience with learning communities, collaboration with faculty and other campus constituents. Ability to promote a positive residential culture and community. Experience with student conduct, group advising, crisis response, behavior interventions, program coordination, and recruitment and training for student groups.

Employment Conditions: Must have a valid driver's license.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday, some evenings and weekends as required

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Housing & Residential Life

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Department Contact Name: Stephanie Hovsepian

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5355

Department Contact Email: shovsepian@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.