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The Coordinator, Housing Assignments works closely with other Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services professionals to administer and manage the housing and residence education program serving on-campus students. The Coordinator, Housing Assignments oversees and manages on-campus housing assignment processes, room selection, room transfer, and cancellation processes as well as, general development and operation of the Residential Management System (RMS) for populations including, but not limited to, first-time in college students, returning students, transfer students, athletes, Living Learning Communities, and international students.

The Coordinator, Housing Assignments works closely with other Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services professionals to administer and manage the housing and residence education program serving on-campus students. The Coordinator, Housing Assignments oversees and manages on-campus housing assignment processes, room selection, room transfer, and cancellation processes as well as, general development and operation of the Residential Management System (RMS) for populations including, but not limited to, first-time in college students, returning students, transfer students, athletes, Living Learning Communities, and international students.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree in higher education administration, MBA, or a related field is preferred.

Experience: At least one year of work experience in a field related to the position, such as housing, leasing, student affairs, customer service, etc. is required; at least three years of experience as described above is preferred.

Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal communication skills and public speaking skills are required. Excellent customer services skills, including independent problem solving, are required. The ability to respond to multiple requests in a fast-paced environment is required. The ability to take initiative and work independently within specified time constraints while demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making skills is required. Proficiency with all aspects of Microsoft Office is required. The ability to participate in long- and short-range planning processes is required. The ability to set goals and strive for continuous improvement is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Experience working with diverse populations is preferred. Knowledge of standard operating procedures for residence hall facilities and an understanding of occupancy management, including report writing, are preferred.

Link to Job Description: https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1959-coordinator-housing.htm

Special Instructions to Applicants: First date of consideration is March 22, 2023 and applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Official transcripts will be required at time of hire.

About Missouri State University

Residence Life, Housing and Dining Services at Missouri State University is a great place to work. We work to build vibrant, diverse communities in high-quality facilities and foster student success and self-awareness by engaging students in the Public Affairs Mission of the University. We strive to be an intentional and progressive department that excels in providing the highest level of service, support and development to students and staff members in the Missouri State University community. We value communities where students can build and maintain connections with each other and the University, affordable and well-maintained facilities, healthy dining, caring, competent and approachable staff members, inclusiveness and individual differences, and student success both inside and outside the classroom. Come work for a team that encourages and assists our Bears with success.

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