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Residence Life Coordinator II - 004915, 007618 at University of South Alabama – Mobile, Alabama

University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Position Information
Position Number004915, 007618
Position TitleResidence Life Coordinator II - 004915, 007618
DivisionStudent Affairs
Department230110 - Central Housing Office
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama, one year of residence hall, student affairs, or directly related experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

This is a live-in position, with on-campus housing and meal plan provided by the University.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree is preferred.
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Central Housing department is seeking to hire two Residence Life Coordinator II’s. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Lives on campus in an apartment provided by the University.
  • Directly supervises Resident Assistants and Desk Assistants and manages the daily operations of the assigned residential housing area.
  • Independently coordinates the recruitment, selection, training and evaluation of residential student staff.
  • Collaborates with housing functional areas in matters related to hall maintenance, room assignments, roommate conflicts, verification of occupancy, and hall/room damage issues.
  • Assesses and evaluates student conduct cases independently and determines proper action; directs student staff and residents to proper authority when needed.
  • Directly leads community programming, including planning, community development, educational initiatives, budgeting, execution, and event assessment.
  • Serves on an emergency response on-call rotation to respond to and support student staff members through emergencies, urgent matters, and policy violations on campus.
  • Directly provides a high-degree of customer service and resources for student referrals; reports Title IX concerns and/or other issues as appropriate.
  • Informs the Assistant Director, Residence Life of student concern issues, crisis situations, and needed referrals promptly.
  • Prepares all necessary reports and performs administrative tasks for a residential housing area.
  • Manages residential-area community development, educational initiatives, and related budgets.
  • Assesses and evaluates programs and services under one’s responsibility and initiates improvements as appropriate.
  • Conducts staff meetings and meets with staff individually as needed to provide supervision, support, and guidance in their responsibilities and respective residence hall areas.
  • Responds to and resolves emergency and non-emergency situations; provides crisis intervention, conflict mediation, academic and general counseling, and resource referrals for residents and resident assistants.
  • Collaborates with faculty and staff to facilitate programming within the assigned residential area.
  • Maintains standard professional business hours 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, while also working after hours, evenings, and weekends as needed.
  • Performs as essential personnel (e.g. the ability to remain or arrive to campus in the event of a critical time, i.e. hurricane, tornado, etc.).
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as assigned and additional hours as required.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date04/10/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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