Graduate Resident Director

Responsibilities

• Serve as a live-on professional staff member within the Office of Student Life
• Supervise and mentor Resident Assistants
• Participate in the professional on-call rotation, including evening and weekend responsibilities
• Support student success through crisis response, conflict resolution, and community development
• Assist with student conduct processes and documentation
• Build relationships with students through visibility, programming, and engagement
• Support residence hall operations, including openings, closings, and occupancy management
• Collaborate with campus partners to promote student wellbeing and retention

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous experience in Residence Life, Student Affairs, student leadership, or a related field
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality

Benefits

• $20,970 annual stipend
• Furnished on-campus apartment provided year-round
• Campus meal plan with up to 19 meals per week during the academic year
• Access to Blackburn College’s Tuition Exchange Program
• Professional development opportunities in Student Affairs and Residence Life

About the Company

Blackburn College is a private, residential liberal arts college located in Carlinville, Illinois. Blackburn is nationally recognized for its student-centered mission, strong sense of community, and distinctive Work Program, which provides students with meaningful leadership and employment experiences as they pursue their degrees.