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Resident Director

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Nashville, TN
Full-time
Trevecca Nazarene University

Qualified male candidates are encouraged to apply for the position of resident director. This is a full-time assignment beginning July 1st, 2026.  Employee benefits include health insurance, an apartment provided for year-round use, dining plan for all dependents living with the resident director during the time the food service is open, tuition remission for the first Master’s degree.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required.   Master’s degree preferred.  A personal relationship with Christ and a commitment to the lifestyle of the University and its theological tradition and mission is a must.  The candidate should have a basic understanding of the developmental needs of college students and of how the residence hall environment plays a vital role in a student’s educational experience.  The candidate should possess organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate well with students, to direct residence hall programs, and to follow through with administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

 Resident Director: The resident director is responsible for encouraging a campus climate conducive to intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical development and care for one another. They will supervise resident assistants and will be involved in their training and development.  Additional responsibilities will include counseling with residents on an informal basis within the limits of training and capability, promoting a feeling of pride for the living unit and encouraging residents to have concern and respect for the rights and privileges of others, serve on university councils as requested.

  1. Program Coordinator: Assist in program development and delivery in one or more areas of need in the Center for Student Development, such as campus recreation and intermural athletics.

Application Procedure:  Qualified candidates are encouraged to complete a staff member application located on the TNU website. In addition, submit a resume and reference contact information to:

Zack Church at zpchurch@trevecca.edu

EOE

 

RESIDENT DIRECTOR

Job Description

 Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred.  The applicant will be knowledgeable of college age needs and concerns and will be a Christian role model on the campus.  They will be able to provide structure within a residential setting that allows students to thrive and live together effectively.

Function: Supervised residence halls provide a living environment in which residents develop a strong sense of community, receive encouragement, caring support, and guidance, and are given the opportunity to serve and lead others.  Each residence hall is supervised by a resident director, who is assisted by student resident assistants.  Together this staff seeks to identify and meet residents’ needs by seeking to be in relationship with them.

Supervision: The resident director receives supervision from the associate dean of students for residence life and the vice president and dean of student development.

Duties and Tasks

  1. Build Relationships
  • Seek to get to know your residents and help them feel welcome on campus.
  • Attend evening and weekend hall and school events to intentionally be a role model, show interest in and to share in life with students, and to provide supervision when needed.
  • Demonstrate a helpful, supportive, and positive attitude towards the Center for Student Development and the University.
  1. Spiritual Leadership
  • Maintain a consistent life of Christian service, dedication, church attendance and witness.
  • Attend chapel services weekly and initiate conversations that lead to discussions that encourage spiritual growth and sensitivity.
  1. Mentoring Role
  • Seek opportunities to engage students in conversation about life issues.
  • Maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
  • Be aware of campus policies and procedures as they apply to issues of mental and physical health and respond when needed.
  • Notify the Center for Student Development regarding students in difficulty which would precipitate their going home/withdrawing from school.
  1. Staff and Student Group Supervision
  • Assist in the selection, training and supervision of resident assistants. Attend, assist and teach during retreats, in-service programs, staff training and developmental programs, to include pre-semester and mid-year leadership retreats.
  • Conduct weekly staff meetings with RAs, meet with RAs bi-weekly on a 1-on-1 basis.
  1. Supervision of Maintenance/Cleanliness of Living Area
  • Assist in the opening and closing of the halls/apartments by inspecting all areas and monitoring repairs and cleaning in preparation for the opening of school/semester.
  • Submit work orders at the end of spring semester of repairs that need to be made and track their resolution.
  • Encourage prevention of damage to property and immediately and thoroughly investigate violations to determine who is responsible for damages.
  1. Incidents/Reports
  • Assist the Center for Student Development in responding to disciplinary and other critical situations. Take time with the residents involved to discuss and understand the situation as fully as possible at the time it occurs.
  • Once an incident is fully addressed, immediately submit an incident report as instructed on the case management program provided.
  • Follow policies in cases of disaster, lockdowns, and other major emergencies.
  1. Disciplinary Procedures
  • Explain TNU policies and procedures to residents and be familiar with the guidelines that conform to the Manual of the Church of the Nazarene, the Student Handbook and the housing contract.
  • Support and enforce University and residence hall regulations.
  1. Administrative Duties
  • Maintain a current list of residents and room assignments by promptly updating appropriate information in the housing programming system (StarRez) and on floorplans.
  • Keep a current and accurate record of the hall club account balance, administer funds appropriately, and submit necessary reports on time.
  • Attend RD and one-on-one meetings with the associate dean of students for residence life as scheduled. Participate in retreats and workshops when scheduled.
  • Serve in a rotating on-call capacity over weekends and University breaks.
  1. Program Coordinator
  • Serve in an assigned coordinator role within the Center for Student Development. Supervision of this assignment may fall to a dean or director outside of residence life.
  1. Miscellaneous
  • Agree not to engage in other remunerative employment while under contract in the residence hall. Any exception to this must be discussed and cleared with the vice president and dean of student development or their designee.
  • Fulfill other duties as assigned.

To apply for this job email your details to zpchurch@trevecca.edu.

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Comfort Olugbuyi

Florida Atlantic University, Associate Director for Center for Learning and Student Success and eSuccess   

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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 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 currently serves as the Chair of the Diversity Leadership Team, and previously served as New Professional Retreat facilitator (Vice Chair and Chair).

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 Academic Support 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.

Shino Simons

Keck Graduate Institute, Dean of Students

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Shino was born in Japan and raised in Hawaii. Shino has served in higher education for the past 27 years, and she felt the call to raise up the next generation of leaders through higher education. She began her career as a resident director but quickly rose to various leadership positions, including associate director of residence life, directorship in various offices, Title IX Coordinator, associate dean of students, Vice President for Student Affairs, and currently the Dean of Students at Keck Graduate Institute.

Shino received her B.A. in Psychology and M.Ed. in College Student Affairs from Azusa Pacific University. She continued her education at Claremont Graduate University and received her Ph.D. in Higher Education, where she learned from scholars such as Dr. Daryl Smith, Dr. Linda Perkins, and Dr. Susan Paik.

Shino has been married for almost 26 years to Eric, and they have two beautiful, fun, strong, smart, and crazy kids (Kayla, 17 and Travis, 13). She loves having great conversations over a good cup of coffee (and dessert). She especially enjoys seeing the next generation of leaders be trained, equipped and developed so that they can continue to lean into what God is calling them to do.

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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.

Leah Fulton

Trinity Christian College – Palos Heights, IL, Vice President of Student Success

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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.

Jerry Woehr

Wheaton College, Director of International Student Programs

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As Director of International Student Programs at Wheaton College, Jerry empowers international students (F-1 visa, MKs & TCKs) to flourish by advising student organizations,  advocating for international student needs, mentoring students, and providing leadership for the F-1 visa student program. Partnering with his office staff and student leaders, Jerry seeks to fulfill a vision of developing students that follow Jesus, as members of God’s global kingdom, through relationships that foster belonging, active learning experiences, and meaningful engagement with their communities. He considers it a privilege to know God more deeply through his experience, and support of, a vibrant and multicultural community at Wheaton.

Why are you excited to be a part of Elevate?
I hope to encourage the Elevate cohort with the experiences and lessons God has given me in higher education, just as so many have done (and still do) for me! I also had the unique privilege of being a part of the team that created the Elevate certificate and returning as a workshop presenter is a gift.

Nii Kpakpo Abrahams

Butler University, Senior Director, Student Experience and Engagement

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Nii Kpakpo Abrahams serves as the inaugural Senior Director of Student Experience and Engagement at Butler University. While reporting through Academic Affairs, the office sits between university divisions to partner with and collaborate across campus to cultivate a relationship-rich, high-impact, and seamless student experience that fosters a sense of belonging for all students. He is extremely passionate about helping college students discover, develop, and deploy their giftings and passions. In addition to his work at Butler, Nii is a church planter in the Indianapolis metro area. He holds both his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Communication from Missouri State University. In his downtime, you can find him spending time 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 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.

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

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.

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.

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