Resident Director & Student Engagement Coordi
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLindsborg, McPherson County, Kansas, 67456, United States
Founded in 1881, Bethany College is a dynamic liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas—affectionately known as "Little Sweden U.S.A." Rooted in our Lutheran heritage and the transformative power of the liberal arts, we prepare students to lead lives of purpose, leadership, creativity, and service in a complex and changing world.
Located in a vibrant arts community, Bethany offers a close-knit environment where faculty and staff know students by name and mentor them in a highly personalized setting. As a small, private, rural college, we play an essential role in renewing civic life, expanding opportunity, and fostering community revitalization. We believe in the value of personalized liberal arts education, the power of community, and the promise of rural America.
The Resident Director & Student Engagement Coordinator is a required live-in role that serves as the cornerstone of residence hall operations and student engagement programming. This position is designed to advance connection, belonging, and service while supporting student success and retention.
In this role, you will lead a staff of Resident Assistants serving approximately 100 residents, recruiting, training, and supervising them to foster a safe and inclusive community. Beyond residence life, you will advise the Student Activities Board (SAB), coordinate intramural events, and create community service opportunities that promote student connection. You will collaborate across campus to enhance the cultural and academic life of our campus and region, inspiring the next generation to make meaningful contributions to the world.
As an exempt employee, you may occasionally work beyond standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, to fulfill the responsibilities of the role and participate in an on-call rotation for emergent situations.
To be considered for this position, a resume and cover letter are required. Please apply online via the Employment portal and submit both documents.
Bethany College, an institution of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy reflects our mission to educate, develop, and challenge individuals to reach for truth and excellence as they lead lives of faith, learning, and service.
Work model: On-site
Lindsborg, McPherson County, Kansas, 67456, United States
Lindsborg, Kansas
One to two years of related professional experience. Master's degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs or related field. Experience supervising student staff and advising student organizations. Event planning, assessment, and application of student development theory. Bilingual in Spanish or some knowledge of the Spanish language.
Skills: Microsoft Office, Spanish.
Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university required; Master's degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs or related field preferred.
