Position Number TBD
Division Academic Affairs/Provost - ACA
Department GEAR UP Jefferson County
FLSA Non-Exempt
Salary Grade
Salary Classification Classified
Annual Salary Range
Hourly Salary Range
Employment Status Full Time Temporary
General Description
This is a temporary five-week position with the GEAR UP Summer College at the University of Montevallo.
Summer College serves rising high school juniors as an academic summer term where students have a college-like experience as high school students, with support, activities, and supervision appropriate for high school youth.
The Hall Director is responsible for supervising RA staff and providing leadership for the residence life experience of our scholars.
Essential Job Duties
Provide daily supervision to the students and staff in the assigned residence hall.
Maintain residence hall and ensure safety and security of residents.
Supervise the students in cleaning of rooms and common areas, safe and responsible residence hall usage.
Ensure a welcoming environment for all scholars.
Create and maintain a student/staff technology checkout process, using Google Sheets
Ensure that students follow check-in/check-out guidelines as established by the student handbook
Ensure the residence hall is stocked with necessary supplies.
Create and supervise a student cleaning schedule for maintaining residence halls.
Play an integral role in creating a “warm-welcome” for students.
Assist with implementation of the residential program.
Supervise and participate in program activities with the students.
Maintain discipline during activities on and off campus and in the residence halls.
Serve on the Leadership Team for GEAR UP Summer College at UM and attend scheduled leadership meetings.
Complete routine activities as assigned, including but not limited to administrative activities
Additional Duties
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive.
There will be other duties as assigned.
The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Ability to connect with both youth and adults; An understanding of youth development;
•Excellent written and oral communication skills;
•Superior organizational skills;
•Demonstrated ability to create complex activity schedules for students and staff
•Ability to work in a high energy residence hall, college campus and team environment.
•Group development and management;
•Excellent interpersonal skills;
•Ability to motivate students and staff;
•Ability to react appropriately and provide leadership in crisis situations
•Adaptability is a key component of a residential program for high school age students
Education and Experience
Teaching experience or experience leading youth in summer camp programs is required.
Licenses, Certification or Registrations
Driver’s license preferred, ability to pass background checks, current first aid/cpr
Environmental Working Conditions Indoor and Outdoor
Travel Requirements Light Travel
Number of Vacancies 3
Desired Start Date
Physical Requirements
Open Date 03/05/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status.
Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa.
No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
Diversity Statement
In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
EEO Statement
UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution
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