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Assistant Complex Director
Responsibilities
The Assistant Complex Director is an apprenticeship in the operation of a residence hall program and involved various administrative and management functions as well as all areas of student development. As an assistant to the Residence Hall/Complex Director, the ACD position provides opportunities to learn and develop the expertise and skills needed to function effectively in a residence hall environment, a student services division, or any similar organization.
Essential Functions
- Assist in the hiring, training, supervising and evaluation of all undergraduate staff and a full-time Residence Hall Clerk.
- Assist in the coordination of the administrative functions of a residence hall complex, which include: facility management, maintenance, information desk operations, room assignments, student employment, and payroll budget.
- Provide leadership in promoting an atmosphere within the residential communities that supports academic achievement and fosters responsible decision-making.
- Coordinate community and student development through assisting the RHD/CD with service learning initiatives, social and educational programming, human issues education, faculty involvement programming, student government advising, and the development of special lifestyle communities.
- Provide advice and counsel for individual students, student leaders, and student groups.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from university personnel, students, and parents.
- Participate in an on-call duty program in which student crises are addressed and a follow-up is conducted.
- Serve as a member to one departmental committee.
- Assist in the instruction of a credit bearing training course for Resident Assistants.
- Serve as a liaison to food service, custodial staff, and public safety officers.
- Oversee expenditures and manage administrative procedures for student programming monies.
Marginal Functions
- Serve as a liaison to other Student Services Division committees.
- Assume other departmental responsibilities in regard to staff selection, student recruitment, and orientation.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- Enrollment in one of the university's graduate programs.
- Previous residence hall experience is desirable.
- Preference will be given to students admitted to the Department of Educational & Interdisciplinary Studies.
- Good academic standing with the Graduate School.
- Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse student body and staff.
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ACD Professional Development Opportunities
Conference Funding
- $125 for conference registration, travel, etc.
- Potential additional financial support available for:
- Conference presentations
- Involvement in leadership positions in regional or national associations
- Assistance with professional staff recruitment
Additional Opportunities
- Serve as an instructor for a credited Resident Assistant course
- Participate in comprehensive in-service training and development programs throughout the year.
- Serve on a UHDS committee or collateral assignment
- Advise student organizations
- Represent UHDS on campus committees and/or collaborations with other departments
- Enjoy an atmosphere supportive of innovative and self-initiated projects.
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Compensation and Benefits for ACD Position
- Minimum salary of $740 per month
Benefits Include:
- Fully furnished 1 or 2 bedroom apartment
- $1,200 meal allowance when food service is in operation
- Tuition waiver
- Access to student health insurance
Added Perks to working at WIU:
- Access to guaranteed parking permit ($60.00/year)
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Graduate Assistantships
The Assistant Complex Director – Residence Halls is an assistantship in the operation of a traditional residence hall program and involves various administrative and management functions as well as all areas of student development. As an assistant to the Residence Hall/Complex Director, the ACD position provides opportunities to learn and develop the expertise and skills needed to function effectively in a residence hall environment, a student services division, or any similar organization. Assistant Complex Directors in traditional residence hall environments work to provide an environment conducive to the fusion of living and learning for students who are seeking a more "traditional" residential living environment. The traditional residence hall student ranges in age from 18 – 25.
The Assistant Complex Director – Graduate and Family Housing is an assistantship in the operation of a graduate and family housing, which is usually in an apartment style setting. This position also involves various administrative and management functions as well as all areas of student development. As an assistant to the Complex Director, the ACD position provides opportunities to learn and develop the expertise and skills needed to function effectively within apartment style living, a student services division, or any similar organization. Assistant Complex Directors in graduate and family housing environments work to provide an environment conducive to the fusion of education, family and independent living.
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College Student Personnel Graduate Program
Program Description
The Department of Educational and Interdisciplinary Studies offers a Master of Science in College Student Personnel. The program emphasizes professional education that integrates academic course work with internship and practical experiences. The program is designed to have the flexibility to provide professional preparation for a variety of college and university positions. It is appropriate for those students with career goals of working in admissions, student activities, housing programs, student unions, placement offices, and other student affairs areas. The program integrates theory with practice by combining academic preparation with a series of practical assignments in various student affairs areas. The curriculum includes courses in the areas of higher education, the behavioral sciences, counseling, and research.
Admission Requirements
The student must meet the regular admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies and be recommended by the Selection Committee of the program. Personal references, interviews, and an essay are required by the Program Selection Committee. Interested persons should contact the program coordinator for information about admission procedures.
Find Out More about the CSP Graduate Program
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