Resident Director

STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 1 (004567)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT316500-JC004567-PD250181

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

1/30/2026 7:54:45 PM

Date Last Edited:

1/30/2026 7:54:41 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

316500 - OFFICE OF RESIDENTIAL LIFE (AVC)

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT316500-JC004567-PD250181

Position Description ID

250181

UC Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 1 (004567)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 20

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40934979

Reports to Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40908611

Department Head Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEV MGR 2

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

4570

RSDT ADVISOR 2

1

5287

STDT RSDNC HALLS BYA

8-24

POSITION SUMMARY

Highly autonomous in nature, the Resident Director sets and carries out the programmatic vision for a residential facility and oversees the residential team in supporting the mission and goals of the department. Train and supervise students and staff; programmatic implementation; student conduct, government advising; counseling; crisis response (active duty coverage). Create positive working relationships with colleagues, students, and Housing partners. This is a year round, live-in residence position.

At UCLA Residential Life, our mission is to create safe, supportive, and inclusive living-learning communities for all members of our Bruin residential community. With 15,000 undergraduates in our residence halls and 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students in our apartments and family housing, we are committed to making UCLA a place where community thrives. Supported by a team of over 100 professional staff, 20 Faculty-in-Residence, and 600 student staff, we strive to enrich the student experience through connection, learning, and growth.

Residential Education is one of nine units within Residential Life, integral to shaping the student experience at UCLA. This unit fosters an environment that enhances Bruins’ academic success, promotes community engagement, and supports personal development.

Supervision

Initiate personnel actions such as hiring, performance evaluations, counseling on disciplinary issues, and recommending corrective actions for effective staffing. Oversee 0-1 Assistant Resident Director, 0-1 Program Coordinator, 5-14 Resident Assistants, 5-14 Program Assistants, and 2-3 Office Assistants. Plan and implement training for student and professional staff through annual orientation and ongoing in-service programs. Supervise the work of the team members to maintain production levels.

25%

Administrative Responsibilities

Assist the department head in formulating, implementing, and evaluating annual and long-term goals for the department quarterly. Interpret, inform, implement, and maintain department policies and procedures in the residence hall and suites. Authorize and monitor the use of common areas, facilities, and program equipment daily. Oversee programming funds in student government budgets. Recommend operating budget priorities and capital improvement needs annually. Manage building occupancy, including room assignments and contract terminations. Provide regular status reports to the department head. Collaborate with residence hall operations staff to enhance program delivery. Analyze and report on student needs and programs.)

25%

Community Building

Develop, implement, and evaluate programs to achieve department goals. Authorize and coordinate all programs in the residential unit. Supervise department staff, student government, and other groups in programming activities. Participate in planning and implementing department-wide programs and activities. Use the campus GEM car to attend events and manage event supplies.

10%

Counseling

Counsel students on personal concerns, academic difficulties, roommate conflicts, and community issues during daily office hours and emergencies. Refer residents to appropriate campus services for specialized problem resolution.

10%

Student Conduct

Communicate, interpret, execute, and enforce residence hall and University conduct regulations, as well as State and Federal laws, within residence halls and suites. Investigate complaints of resident misconduct. Resolve charges by interviewing alleged violators, conducting judicial proceedings, and imposing or recommending necessary sanctions.

10%

Advising

Communicate and interpret residence hall and University guidelines for student organizations and group activities. Provide guidance and training on student governance and group dynamics. Advise individuals, student groups, and student government on programming for diverse needs. Attend and observe student government meetings as an ex-officio member weekly. Serve as a resource for student groups and provide additional referrals as needed. Act as a Campus Sexual Harassment Information Officer.

10%

Duty and Emergency Response

Inform residents and staff about emergency procedures and laws. Collaborate with housing operations, police, fire department, and Fire Marshall to develop, implement, and evaluate responses to emergencies. Work with police, paramedics, Ashe, and CAPS to assist residents with severe health issues. Provide administrative response during on-site emergencies in undergraduate residence halls, undergraduate apartments, and grad & family Serve as part of a 24/7/365 on-call rotation, providing timely response and support for incidents and emergencies. Act as the first responder to resident crises for approximately 25,000 campus housing residents, managing incident response, student staff, collaborating with campus partners, and following up with affected parties.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Required

Master's degree

Preferred

1-2 Years

Experience in Higher Education and/or Student Advising/Conduct

Skill in supervising staff to maximize effective performance and stimulate growth and expertise in their positions.

Required

Skill in organizing information, people, finances, and other resources to develop or maximize effective procedures and operational systems.

Required

Ability to analyze data, evaluate programs and procedures, interpret information in order to convey consequences and recommend courses of action.

Required

Working knowledge of facilities, equipment, and resources to be used effectively in programming

Preferred

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial record keeping procedures in order to monitor budgets, authorize expenditures, and recommend budget priorities.

Required

Ability to guide and direct the actions of others including staff and student residents.

Required

Ability to speak formally and informally by making prepared and extemporaneous presentations to individuals and groups in order to provide information, explain procedures, investigate facts, and persuade others.

Required

Skill in writing business correspondence, analytical reports, publicity, procedural manuals, and evaluation instruments to convey simple and complex information and to persuade others.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with department staff, campus personnel, community persons, and students to produce quality group work.

Required

Skill to counsel students in order to resolve personal, interpersonal, and academic difficulties.

Required

Working knowledge of student due process in judiciary procedures in order to implement and coordinate a variety of judiciary procedures.

Required

Working knowledge of theories which apply to working with college students, developing communities as well as group dynamics, and organized behavior.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

The Hill & UAN+UAS

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.