Director of University Housing

Department

Auxiliary Services

Status

Full-Time

Time Period

40 hours/12 months

Available

January 12, 2026

Description

The director of university housing provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all campus housing operations. This role ensures a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning environment for students while aligning housing services with institutional goals. The position involves long-term planning, policy development, financial management, and supervision of housing logistics.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Leadership
- Develop and implement housing policies and procedures that support student success and retention.
- Direct long-term strategic and capital planning for housing facilities and programs.
Operational Management
- Oversee daily operations of residence halls and Pine View Properties while coordinating housing assignments.
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, and accessibility standards.
Financial Oversight
- Formulate and manage annual operating budgets, including forecasting and resource allocation.
Student Engagement
- Collaborate with academic, residence life, and student life departments to create living-learning programs.
- Address students’ concerns and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to university, state, and federal regulations.
- Develop emergency and disaster response plans.
Assessment and Improvement
- Conduct regular evaluations of housing facilities and services; use data for decision-making.

Qualifications

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Strong proficiency in financial and accounting principles, including accurate reporting and analysis.
Exceptional leadership and team development skills, fostering collaboration and high performance.
Demonstrated success in cross-functional project management and coordination.
Skilled in optimizing resource utilization to maximize efficiency and outcomes.
Advanced competency in data analytics for informed decision-making and strategic planning.
Meticulous attention to detail in both project execution and task management.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students and diverse stakeholders.
Committed to delivering outstanding customer service with a solutions-oriented approach.
Proven leadership and management skills.
Strong knowledge of housing regulations, safety compliance, and facility maintenance.
Experience in budget management and strategic planning.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience with housing management systems (e.g., AppFolio, Jenzabar) preferred.
Familiarity with student development theory and its application in residential settings preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a university setting.
Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, business administration, or related field.

Benefits

CIU provides a benefits package that includes:

Health Plan;
401(k) plan with match opportunity;
Employer provided group life insurance;
Long term disability insurance;
Vacation days, holidays, sick leave, family leave;
Educational benefits: tuition reduction for PreK3-Graduate.