Residence Director
Frequently Asked Questions from Residence Director Candidates

How do I apply?

Submit a letter of interest, resume and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:
Residence Director Search Committee
University of Massachusetts Amherst
203 Berkshire House
121 County Circle
Amherst, MA 01003-0630

You may also submit via email to rdsearch@gw.housing.umass.edu or fax to 413-545-1517.

What is the application deadline?

All application materials must be postmarked by February 15, 2008 in order to receive priority consideration. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

What are the qualifications?

• Master’s Degree in a related field such as Student Development, Higher Education, or Counseling plus one academic year post-baccalaureate experience required at the time of hire as a live-in staff member to include crisis intervention and work with diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated experience and initiative with student and community development; supervision and staff training; advising student groups; creation and implementation of management systems.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to create inclusive communities that are sensitive to diverse populations.
• This is a 43-week live-in position which requires some evening and weekend work plus on-call/call-back duty.

What are the benefits/compensation package?

• $29,394 cash salary for a 43-week position (52-week positions, also available)
• Additional compensation ($1174) for on-call responsibilities
• Plus furnished 2-3 bedroom apartment valued at $4,200 (the value of which is considered part of the total compensation package)
• Vacation (16 days), sick (14 days) and personal (6 days) leave
• 13 paid holidays per calendar year
• Open live-in guest policy
• Opportunity for summer employment
• Tuition waiver and remission
• State health and life insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Reserved parking

What conferences is UMass Amherst attending for recruitment?

We will be attending:

• SPE (Southern Placement Exchange)
  February 14-17, 2008
  Memphis, TN
• OPE (Oshkosh Placement Exchange)
  February 28 - March 2, 2008
  Oshkosh, WI
  
• NASPA (National Association of Student Personnel Administrators)
  March 6-9, 2008
  Boston, MA

What is the search process timeline?

January – March 2008
Paper Screening
Phone Interviews (for non-conference candidates)
February 15, 2008
Priority Application Deadline
(All application materials must be postmarked by Friday, March 15, 2008 in order to receive priority consideration.)
Februarty 14-18, 2008
Interview candidates at SPE
February 25, 2008
Begin conducting on-campus interviews
February 28 - March 2, 2008
Interview candidates at OPE
March 6-9, 2008
Interview candidates at NASPA Placement Exchange

*Note: These dates are subject to change.

Please feel free to email rdsearch@gw.housing.umass.edu or call 413-545-2821 if you would like to know the status of your candidacy.

Do you allow pets in the staff’s apartments?

The University prohibits pets in the residence halls (except fish in tanks no larger than 10 gallons). Exceptions may be granted for animals required by staff with hearing or sight disabilities.

Who should I contact if I have more questions about the position, UMass Amherst, etc.?

For more information, please contact Ron Trunzo, Recruitment and Staff Development Director at
413-545-2821 or email rdsearch@gw.housing.umass.edu.

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