Priority consideration will be given to those who complete the application process by Oct. 25, 2026 ; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Position Summary
The Coordinator for Residential Education and Belonging is a multifaceted role integral to the success of University Housing at the University of Georgia. This position carries a diverse set of responsibilities with a primary focus on maintaining an inclusive community by promoting belonging and healthy living environments within residential communities. The coordinator will collaborate with various stakeholders, supervise residential belonging assistants, manage conduct processes, and oversee the implementation of various departmental initiatives. This is a live-off position.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
(50%) Oversee the Residential Belonging Ambassador Program:
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate 12 residential belonging assistants.
• Assist in developing and implementing belonging training for professional and student staff.
• Collaborate with campus partners to design and implement belonging initiatives that enhance the residential community.
• Develop educational experiences that promote belonging as a part of the residential curriculum through campaigns, workshops, events, and training.
• Stay current with belonging and inclusion best practices, providing suggestions and strategies for continual improvement.
• Actively engage in building key partnerships across campus (e.g., Office of Academic and Community Engagement, Equal Opportunity Office, Cultural Student Engagement, Pride Center, Accessibility & Testing, Global Student Engagement, University Health Center, University Transitions, Student Care and Outreach, etc.) to identify points of collaboration as it relates to creating inclusive living environments.
• Serve as a resource to University Housing staff on belonging programs, events, and initiatives.
(40%) Promote a Healthy Living Environment:
• Develop and support the implementation of educational events that address behavioral trends and promote healthy living environments within the halls.
• Coordinate the roommate success plan process and ensure alignment with a curricular approach.
• Actively engage in building key partnerships across campus (i.e., Office of Student Conduct, Student Care and Outreach, Counseling and Psychiatric Services, University Health Center, UGA PD) to identify points of collaboration as it relates to well-being and creating healthy living environments for residents.
• Serve as a resource to University Housing staff on well-being programs, events, and initiatives.
(10%) Departmental Support:
• Support, communicate, enforce, and abide by all University and department policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Be knowledgeable of established protocols designed to guide responses to emergencies and other unexpected events.
• Serve on departmental and University committees, task forces, and participate in other professional development activities.
• Take ownership of department initiatives by planning, executing, and assessing various projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned, when consistent with the purpose of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Higher Education or related field OR Bachelor's Degree with 3 years of applicable experience.
• Two or more years of experience in residence life, belonging, well-being, student conduct or related roles in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing belonging or well-being initiatives.
• Previous experience working with a curriculum model.
• Previous experience with assessment and data analysis.
Employment Type: Full-Time