Residential Life Area Director (71101)

Salary: $58,625.00 Annually
Location: Brooklyn, NY, NY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600362
Department: Residential Life & Housing Srv
Closing: 6/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


About Pratt

Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute's impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt's campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:

• Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
• Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
• Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
• Inquisitive and compassionate community members.

Description

About Residential Life At Pratt
Residential Life and Housing, in the Division of Student Affairs, directs the daily operations, programs, activities and staff in Pratt's seven residence halls. The mission of Residential Life and Housing is to efficiently and effectively administer a housing program in a learning centered environment that challenges and supports students to

• enhance self-understanding.
• value community responsibility.
• learn from their experiences.

Residential Life and Housing has, as one of its most important philosophical underpinnings, the belief that student development and learning goes on outside the classroom, as well as inside the classroom. The policies, procedures and programs which are established and encouraged by Residential Life and Housing are those which enhance student learning and engagement outside the classroom.

Position Summary:
Reporting to an Associate Director for Residential Life, Pratt's four Residential Life Area Directors are integral members of the Residential Life and Housing professional staff and responsible for the overall administration and supervision of RA staff in a residential area of 400-1000 students and multiple residence halls. They ensure community development, student development, and student learning in their areas. The position requires some evening, weekend, and holiday hours; on-campus residency; on-call 4 person duty rotation, and availability outside of regularly scheduled hours for emergencies. Flex time is applied for these requirements.

Examples of Duties

• Directly supervise Resident Advisor student staff of 9-15
• Serve as first responder to emergencies, employing mental health first aid and managing crisis response
• Advise Hall Council; help to develop student input and self-governance in the hall
• Provide student leadership opportunities and training; and facilitate the educational, personal and social growth for a diverse resident population in an inclusive and equitable manner
• Implement community development and student support initiatives to create an environment conducive to student success, engagement and belonging (including office hours and outreach to be available to residents, wellness/student support checks, Starfish flag and referral follow-up)
• Oversee daily activities and program-related services for assigned residence halls; ensure operating standards are maintained; identify residential community and individual student needs. Develop and implement activities and programs to improve residence hall quality of life; develop strategies to support academic and developmental needs of students.
• Provide support and in-hall coordination for Living Learning Communities and Special Interest Housing
• Interpret and enforce Institute and Residential Life and Housing policies and procedures, facilitate mediations and resolve conflicts and make referrals for student conduct action including but not limited to hearing student conduct cases and assigning educational sanctions
• Participate in the implementation of housing procedures and systems. Ensure student housing records are accurate and all processes are complete. Manage building keys/cores - ensure keys are regularly inventoried, cores are changed, and records are updated.
• Work in close collaboration with Campus Safety and Facilities Management staff in effective administration of residential areas
• On an annual rotating basis as assigned, provide leadership for one of the departmental concentrations, such as: social media and RA inservice, RA training, housing administration, or RA staff selection
• Regularly communicate with campus partners, students, and student parents/families
• Teach the spring semester Connections leadership course
• Coordinate the Art of Leadership conference
• Assist in student staff recruitment, selection, and training
• Assist in the room change processes each semester
• Coordinate, in conjunction with and under the direction of the Associate Director, residential life staff orientation and training programs, including planning and organizing staff development programs
• Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of on-going departmental strategic planning goals, objectives and initiatives
• Provide on-site leadership for one of the summer programs (summer housing, conference housing or Pre-College Housing) based on academic year assignment location or on an annual rotating basis as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Masters Degree and 3 years full-time Residential Life and Housing experience preferred, 2 years full-time required

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong experience with crisis and counseling response
• Knowledge of and experience with best practices in student learning and development
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Strong administrative skills

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
Company Sponsored Basic Life & AD&D
Company Sponsored Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Account (Health, Dependant Care)
Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
Disability (NYS)
Voluntary Short Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
403B Retirement Plan
Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (Vac & Sick)

Supplemental Information:

Apartment and meal plan provided for live-in position.

For consideration, please upload a resume and cover letter.

Professional references will be requested later in the interview process. Candidates should be prepared to provide at least three professional references, including two current or former managers/supervisors. We encourage submitting up to five references total to ensure alternate contacts are available if needed.

**Please Note: We are currently unable to support new H-1b visas for candidates residing outside of the United States.**


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.



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The mission of Pratt Institute is to educate artists and creative professionals to be responsible contributors to society. Pratt seeks to instill in all graduates aesthetic judgment, professional knowledge, collaborative skills, and technical expertise. With a firm grounding in the liberal arts and sciences, a Pratt education blends theory with creative application in preparing graduates to become leaders in their professions. Pratt enrolls a diverse group of highly talented and dedicated students, challenging them to achieve their full potential.

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