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Director of Housing and Residence Life (August 2025)

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Klaipeda, Lithuania
Full-time
LCC International University

Position Summary
The Director of Housing and Residence life will actively lead and contribute to institution wide efforts to ensure positive student engagement in University housing, support for living-learning program as well as student development.  The Director chairs the Committee on Discipline (COD) and serves as a member of the Student Life Management Team (SLMT), WeCare Team and is the primary contact for matters involving residents or the residence halls.   The director will have oversight of four focal areas that contribute to student success: a) Departmental Leadership, b) Residential Living Learning Model c) Conduct Management d) Facilities and Housing Management.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

  1. Departmental Leadership – Sets vision, tone and goals for the Department of Residence Life and Housing. Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and develops professional and temporary summer staff.  Reviews and revises official departmental manuals, documents, policies, procedures, calendars and information.
Satisfactory performance is achieved when:
  • The department is effectively represented on campus and collaborates with LCC staff/faculty from other departments
  • Departmental professional staff effectively fulfill position responsibilities
  • Departmental professional staff effectively receive appropriate mentoring and professional development of skills, competencies and work-life balance
  • Emergency procedures are understood and response to crisis situations is done in accordance with departmental and institutional emergency procedures
  1. Residential Living Learning Model – plan, implement and evaluate comprehensive policies, programs and initiatives to support student needs, community development, student success and wellness, and spiritual development of residential students.
Satisfactory performance is achieved when:
  • Policies and programs actively foster a sense of community and meet learning outcomes of residential curriculum
  • Policies and programs facilitate student development to increase skills as well as understanding of self and the world around them
  • Students positively engage in their community
  • Visibility and availability on campus is maintained in order to understand the needs of the student community
  • Annual assessment of Residential Living Learning initiatives is implemented and evaluated
  • Summer Language Institute and other LCC programs with residential component are implemented
  1. Student Conduct Management – maintain confidentiality and provide appropriate assistance to students who have violated policies and/or navigating challenges, personal struggles, and difficult circumstances.  Oversees management of more minor violations and directly manages more severe violations.
Satisfactory performance is achieved when:
  • Cases are addressed in a timely manner in accordance with established procedures
  • Knowledge of campus resources is demonstrated and timely and efficient referrals are made
  • Students develop skills to effectively navigate personal issues and identify healthy support systems
  • Students develop skills to effectively navigate conflict with others and develop an appreciation for diversity
  • Students have a low rate for repeated policy violations and well-being challenges
  • Students understand the restorative justice model and understand how their conduct impacts others
  1. Facilities and Housing Management – oversee the daily operations of the residence halls and manage the departmental budget, software and housing assignments for students and academic year guests.
Satisfactory performance is achieved when:
  • Supervision of desk operations, occupancy, and proper building maintenance is ensured
  • Housing assignments and billing completed in accordance with priorities, housing philosophy, and residential curriculum
  • Safe and secure housing environment is provided
  • The halls operate smoothly with minimal student dissatisfaction and service interruptions
  • Larger and long-term improvement projects are coordinated with other departments

Relationships:  

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Student Life
SUPERVISES:    Resident Directors and Front Desk Manager
WORKS CLOSELY WITH: Student Life Staff, Registrar’s Office, Finance Office, Student Financial Services, Facilities Staff, Information Technology Staff, Human Resources.

General Qualifications:  

  • People-oriented, creative, sincere, and depth of Christian faith commitment; firm commitment to LCC’s mission
  • Experience in Student Development and/or Higher Education and working with student populations; understanding of developmental concerns of university-age populations; ability to encourage personal growth in others; ability to initiate relationships and develop rapport with undergraduate students and staff/faculty
  • Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational, planning, time-management skills; strong self-motivation and initiative
  • Experience with intercultural issues and international student populations and ability to work in a diverse environment

Specific Qualifications:

  • Degrees: Master degree required, in a related field of Student Personnel, Counseling, Ministry of Higher Education and Student Development preferred
  • Experiences: 3+ year required; 5+ years working in higher education, residence life, international communities preferred; supervision and budget management required; crisis management and departmental leadership preferred
  • Skills: English proficiency required, Lithuanian and Russian preferred; proficiency using technology platforms and database systems required, MS Teams and eRezLife preferred; ability to creatively innovate, strategize utilizing limited resources and anticipate unintended consequences required; ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal guidance required

Work load:   Full-time (1.0 FTE)

The University: LCC International University is a fully-accredited liberal arts university located in the port city of Klaipeda, Lithuania. Instruction is in English, and the campus is residential. Our nearly 600 students from divergent faith backgrounds come from over 60 countries for an education modeled on the North American liberal arts college with a Christian worldview.

We offer:

  • Diverse international environment
  • Friendly and supportive team
  • Professional development opportunities through Erasmus +
  • Roundtrip airfare (for expatriates only)
  • State healthcare and accident insurance
  • 20 paid vacation days / year (fundraising expatriates receive an additional 20 days)
  • Lithuanian language courses
  • Continued academic learning: 1 course/semester free of charge
  • Discounts for MA programs

To apply for this job please visit https://lcchr.catsone.com/careers/38214-General/jobs/16643942-Director-of-Housing-and-Residence-Life-Aug-2025.

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Comfort Olugbuyi

Florida Atlantic University, Associate Director of eSuccess  

Workshop: How to Present Successfully at the ACSD Conference

Dr. Comfort Olugbuyi comes to Florida Atlantic University with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of North Texas, an M.A. in Youth and Family ministries from John Brown University, and a Ed.D in Higher Education Leadership from Bethel University (MN). Comfort’s research and experience focuses on academic support for college students. She looks for opportunities to support students where they are at in the ever-changing world and create partnerships and connections to close gaps and increase retention and overall sense of belonging for students. Comfort joined ACSD June 2008 and has loved the partnership, friendships, mentorships, and overall camaraderie experienced through the years. She has served as a member of the Diversity Leadership Team, New Professional Retreat facilitator (Vice Chair and Chair), and in various table hosting opportunities.

Dr. Comfort Olugbuyi has almost two decades of higher education experience in various positions. She started as a Graduate Assistant Caterer and event coordinator at the University of North Texas, moving on to a Resident Director at John Brown University and Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA). Comfort then spent over a decade in various student affairs positions at Palm Beach Atlantic University within First Year Advising, Academic Support, and Disability Services. She had additional opportunities to invest and support employee professional development, employee health and wellness, multicultural programming, and NCAA athletics all at PBA. Currently, Comfort serves as the Associate Director of eSuccess at Florida Atlantic University, which is part of the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS) where she provides academic support and serves as a liaison to online and hybrid students to all six campuses. When she is not on a college campus you can find Comfort serving at her local church as a welcome host and greeter, volunteering at local community events, or watching local musical theater/play productions.

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
Dr. Olugbuyi is excited and honored to partner with Elevate. There is tremendous value within this professional development opportunity. Comfort is excited to share her ideas through her unique perspectives. She looks forward to collaborating with this group of professionals to share information and offer support in helping to create workshops to enhance ACSD and other conferences.

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Kevin Villegas

Baylor University, Dean of Intercultural Engagement and Division of Student Life Initiatives

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Dr. Kevin Villegas serves as the Dean of Intercultural Engagement and Division of Student Life Initiatives. In his role, Dr. Villegas is responsible for leading a comprehensive approach to empower all students and Division of Student Life staff in the creation of a more vibrant, inclusive, and supportive campus environment as an expression of the Baylor University mission. He has more than two decades of demonstrated leadership experience in a variety of roles within higher- and secondary-education settings, which includes working in or overseeing areas such as campus ministries, student leadership development, new student orientation, student activities, international student programs, athletics coaching, and public relations. He has also led international service trips, co-led a cross-cultural course, and taught strategic leadership in higher education, and leadership and first-year seminar courses for undergraduate students. Dr. Villegas is an active member of the Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) and served for several years on the executive committee as the chair of the Diversity Leadership Team. He was a recipient of ACSD’s Jane Higa Multicultural Advancement Award in recognition of his significant contributions toward increased understanding and promotion of multiculturalism in ACSD and at Messiah University, where he worked for 17 years. 

 Beyond the realm of education, Dr. Villegas also worked in the entertainment industry and in pastoral ministry. 

A native of New York City, Dr. Villegas is a decorated veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served on active duty for four years before going on to earn his Bachelor of Arts degree in communication from Messiah College, his Master of Arts degree in Christian Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary, and his Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Gwynedd Mercy University.

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
I’m excited to be a part of Elevate because equipping our professional members to better serve and develop multicultural student populations on our respective campuses is vital work. In an increasingly diverse society, knowing how to navigate differences of all sorts with conviction and compassion is needed now more than ever.

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Leah comes to Trinity with a B.A. from Ball State University, an M.A. in Intercultural Studies from Wheaton College, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education with a minor in African American Studies from the University of Minnesota. Leah’s research explores the historical and contemporary motivations and barriers facing African Americans in foreign missions, the history of Black women in doctoral education and the experiences of Black mother doctoral students. She also studies the experience of students and adjunct faculty of color in leadership education.

Leah has over a decade of higher education experience, primarily in student affairs, beginning at Wheaton College where she was a founding member of the Shalom House- a living learning community for students to explore racial reconciliation. She has served as Assistant Dean of Students for the University of St. Thomas and as Associate Dean for Intercultural Student Programs and Services at Bethel University where she launched the Act Six program and the Cultural Connection Center- a campus affinity space designed to cultivate understanding, friendship, and shalom in the way of Jesus. She is also the founder and principal consultant for Project 51, which serves leaders and not-for-profit organizations seeking to grow in their approach to justice, to belonging, to equity, and to diversity.

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
Dr. Fulton is excited to be part of Elevate because of how important it is to support professionals of color in Christian higher education. She benefited from the wisdom and experience of professionals before her and is eager to invest in other professionals to support their ability to navigate the industry, care for students, be well, and effectively make lasting change.

Eric Fehr

Grove City College, Assistant Dean of Student Life

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Eric has worked in college student development/higher education since he graduated from Longwood University in 2010, and has been a member of ACSD since 2014. He has held positions overseeing student employment programs for dining service operations, commuter student life programming, student and campus activities, student recreation, student clubs and governance, career services, international student advising, and more. Eric has been married to his wonderful wife, Barbara, since 2011. They have four children: Liam, Benat, Raegan, and McKenzie. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Longwood University (2010), a Master of Science in Education in Student Affairs Administration from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (2014), and a Master of Arts in Religion in Discipleship and Church Administration from Liberty University (2018).  Eric is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Higher Education from Union University.

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
I am excited to participate in sharing my experience and any knowledge/wisdom that the Lord has helped add to my life with others. I believe Elevate is a great opportunity to serve others and I can’t wait to help others prepare to propose workshops for ACSD 2025!

Nii Abrahams

Butler University, Director of the First-Year Experience

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Nii has a special passion for helping college students and young professionals discover and fulfill their God-given potential, whether it’s in ministry or the marketplace. While actively involved in church growing up, it wasn’t until he became a member of a dynamic college ministry at Missouri State University that his faith began to soar. He played an instrumental role in watching the ministry grow from 30 to over 200 people in a couple short years. Shortly after graduate school, he and a group of friends moved to the Indianapolis metro area, by faith, to plant Parkside Church—a young and vibrant faith community that meets at a YMCA, where he serves on the pastoral team as the Connections Pastor. He holds both his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Communication from MSU and is proud to be the inaugural Director of the First-Year Experience at Butler University. In his downtime, you can find him hanging out with his wife and daughter, playing Monopoly Deal, and searching for the best donut shops in Indianapolis. 

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
As a Ghanaian-American, I uniquely understand the weight multicultural practitioners carry cultivating belonging on campus. It’s an honor to help develop and encourage leaders who are making an impact across the country! 

MORE FAq's

Elevate is a year-long certification from June 2024 through June 2025. It begins during the June 2024 ACSD Conference and ends during the June 2025 ACSD Conference.

Elevate is geared toward higher education professionals serving in a student-facing, multicultural role and are either (or both) a department of one or are early in their higher education career. Those in positions of directors, coordinators, specialists, or similar titles should consider applying and participating.

ELEVATE is aimed at professionals who are student-facing and oversee programming. We want to equip our student development professionals who are working to make a more welcoming compass experience for students.

To provide an intentional space for cohort participants to foster genuine connections and grow their network, the cohort size is 10 participants.

Participants will have 10 total hours of workshop instruction. Additionally, participants should anticipate 5-8 hours of workshop preparation over the year of the certification. Participants are also required to attend the Elevate retreat which is the weekend before (days before) the 2024 ACSD Conference.

Elevate applications will be reviewed by the ACSD Diversity Leadership Team and participants will be selected based on the following criteria:

  • Applicant is eager for new learning and support (department of one, early career professional in this field)
  • Applicant is interested in learning more about best practices within multicultural (higher ed) work
  • Applicant currently serves in student facing multicultural role (part time or full time)
  • Applicants have the support and institutional backing to participate in 2 ASCD conferences, all Elevate workshops, and to eventually use their learning to strengthen the impact of their department/role/institution.
  • Applicant will document how they will contribute to the cohort and shared learning experience

 

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status the first week of March 2024.

The Elevate Certification is $300, including all fees for the retreat at the 2024 ACSD Conference and the full-year certification program.

Additional related costs to consider:

    • $100 annual ACSD membership fee
    • $350 (early bird) ACSD Conference registration 
    • Cost of travel to the conference for 2024 and 2025

The Diversity Leadership Team will award 2 Elevate scholarships that cover the cost of the Elevate Certification (value of $300). To be considered for an Elevate Scholarship, indicate your interest in the Elevate application and complete the short answer question about financial need.

Yes, Elevate applicants and/or participants are eligible for both the ACSD Multicultural Scholarship and the Elevate Scholarship. The ACSD Multicultural Conference Scholarship covers the amount of the annual conference registration fee.

Yes, either a supervisor or a senior colleague must complete a professional reference form confirming their support of your participation in Elevate and a desire for you to return with lessons (ideas, practices, policies, programs, etc.) that will positively influence your department and work.

No. A supervisor or senior colleague approval is required to ensure that participants have departmental support to implement what they are learning (ideas, practices, policies, programs, etc.) in their department and/or role as a multicultural practitioner.

Participants will continue networking and fostering relationships with their Elevate cohort members in addition to receiving continued support from the ACSD Multicultural Collaborative and the Diversity Leadership Team. 

Elevate participants will be asked to participate in recruitment videos, photos, and provide written testimonials sharing their experience with Elevate.

Those interested in Elevate should only apply if they are certain they can attend the 2024 and 2025 ACSD Conferences.

The Diversity Leadership Team understands department budgets or personal changes may occur between conferences and will work with you to ensure attendance is possible for both conferences.

Yes. The Diversity Leadership Team understands professional changes happen and they will work with you to continue towards completion of the certification.