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Human Resources Department

Hall Director

Department: Residence Life
Location: Des Moines, IA

Grand View University aspires to serve a diverse community of learners- students, faculty, and staff- in an inclusive and equitable environment with the goal of empowering all to achieve their fullest potential. Our objective is to sustain a campus environment that is free from the power imbalances and institutional biases that contribute to systems of oppression, while preparing our students to stand against those inequities when they leave Grand View.

Grand View University is dedicated to the goal of an inclusive campus where people of diverse identities feel welcomed and empowered to shape our culture and processes. At Grand View University we view diversity through the collective or group and we welcome and affirm the thoughts and experiences each distinct member brings to our community of learners.

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Hall Director

The Department of Residence Life at Grand View University is now accepting applications for the Hall Director position for the current Spring 2025 semester. A Hall Director will live on campus and be responsible for the development and support of the learning environment in the residence halls of 104-230 students. A Hall Director has direct supervision of 4-7 Resident Assistants with the opportunity to work with other student life departments. Specific duties include: a commitment to student interaction and mentoring; programmatic support; personal conflict intervention and crisis management; judicial administration; participating in the on-call duty rotation; coordinating maintenance and facility issues; and other related duties as assigned.

Hall Directors have flexible hours during the work week and are required to be available to work some evenings and weekends. This will be a 10 or 12 month position during the year, working approximately 30 hours per week.

Candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree. Successful candidates can demonstrate experience working with student leaders, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work independently while collaborating to achieve the goals of the Department of Residence Life and Grand View University.

The Hall Director position is a full time, live-in position with a furnished apartment, reserved parking spot, meal plan, cell phone reimbursement, internet, free laundry, Grand View graduate tuition assistance, and a benefits package. This is an hourly position, but compensation is expected to be approximately $18,000-$20,000 for the 10-month position and $25,000-$27,000 for the 12-month position. Hall Directors are allowed to have approved pets.

Applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references through our electronic application process.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is January 31, or as soon as possible.

Please contact Robby Patterson with any questions regarding the position: rpatterson@grandview.edu or 515-263-2884.

All applicants must apply through our online application system.

Grand View University is an equal opportunity employer. The University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities.

A pre-employment background check is required.

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