LIVE-IN PROFESSIONAL JOBS

Position summary
Assistant Complex Directors are an integral part of the Residence Life program for University Housing at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Assistant Complex Directors oversee all functions of the desk operations in their residence hall complex, as well as, advise the student governance/programming organization, Leadership Involvement Team (LIT). Assistant Complex Directors work closely with a Masters level Complex Director to create a living, learning community that embraces pluralism and promotes academic success.

Job duties and responsibilities

Supervision

• Assist the Complex Director with supervision of the Resident Assistant staff.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate desk attendant personnel.

Advising

• Serve as the advisor to the Leadership Involvement Team and related committees.
• Provide training and resource information to develop and implement programs.

Management

• Manage the reception desk for each hall, including scheduling, staffing, payroll reporting, and overall daily operations.
• Adjudicate residence hall conduct as assigned.
• Maintain a record keeping and evaluation process for hall programming events.
• Assist with the opening and closing procedures for the residence halls at the beginning and end of each semester and during holiday periods.
• Maintain contact with custodians and maintenance personnel.

Leadership

• Make referral contacts, when necessary for students facing academic, personal, or other concerns.
• Utilize student development and learning theories to assist with assessing student needs, setting goals, and implementing and evaluating programs.
• Provide on-going leadership development for students.
• Assume an active role in the planning and production of the annual diversity initiative, Boxes & Walls.
• Assume an active role in implementing programs which will facilitate the personal and educational growth of residents.
• Participate in the overall administration of Residence Life by serving on committees and task forces, attending staff meetings, representing the office as requested, cooperatively assisting colleagues, and assisting with financial management.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Complex Director, Assistant Directors, Associate Director or other Central Staff members.

Supervision received
General supervision is received from the Complex Director.

Supervision exercised
Functional and/or administrative supervision is exercised over the desk attendants. Co-supervision of the RA staff.

Advising exercised
Functional advising is exercised over Leadership Involvement Team.

Benefits
This is a 12-month position, with opportunities with summer camps and conferences. Additional benefits include a beautifully furnished apartment including washer/dryer, pet permitted policy, meal plan, reserved parking permit, membership to University Fitness Center health benefits, and professional development funds.

Salary
Exact salary is dependent upon summer work schedule and includes full tuition reimbursement.

Application
Electronic applications should be sent to tumbaret@uww.edu. Completed applications will include a resume, cover letter, and list of references.

Questions about the search should be directed to Terry Tumbarello, Associate Director of University Housing, tumbaret@uww.edu, or 262-472-5300.

Position summary
Complex Directors are an integral part of the Residential Education program at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Complex Directors oversee all management functions of residence hall(s) including supervision of staff (a graduate Assistant Complex Director, Resident Assistants, and clerical support), advising of student leadership groups, facilities management, and crisis response. Complex Directors work closely with a Res Ed Central Staff to create a learning community that embraces pluralism and promotes academic success.

Job duties and responsibilities

Supervision

• Supervise, train, and evaluate a graduate Assistant Complex Director, undergraduate Resident Assistants, and clerical assistants.

Advising

• Provide training and resource information to develop and implement programs.
• Advise Homecoming committee members.
• Participate in leadership programs sponsored by the Office of Residence Life.
• Mentor Assistant Complex Director in their work with the Leadership Involvement Team (LIT).

Management

• Manage room changes and related occupancy functions using established procedures. Maintain accurate occupancy records.
• Assume responsibility for the student conduct process within the Complex(s). Meet with students, assign appropriate educational sanctions, and maintain accurate records associated with this process.
• Coordinate the opening and closing procedures for the residence hall at the beginning and end of each semester and during holiday periods.
• Maintain contact with custodians and maintenance personnel and work cooperatively with facilities staff to report damages, repairs, and replacements occurring within the halls to the Residence Life Office.

Leadership

• Make referral contacts, when necessary for students facing academic, personal, or other concerns.
• Instruct a training course for new RAs.
• Utilize student development and learning theories to assist with assessing student needs, setting goals, and implementing and evaluating programs.
• Assume an active role in implementing programs which will facilitate the personal and educational growth of residents.
• Participate in the overall administration of the office of Residence Life by serving on committees and task forces, attending staff meetings, representing the office as requested, cooperatively assisting colleagues, and assisting with financial management.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Assistant Directors, Associate Director or other Management Team members

Application
Electronic applications should be sent to tumbaret@uww.edu. Completed applications will include a resume, cover letter, and list of references.

Questions about the search should be directed to Terry Tumbarello, Associate Director of University Housing, tumbaret@uww.edu, or 262-472-5300.

For the purpose of this proposal, unless otherwise stated, the following is defined as either a dog or cat: no other pets will be considered under this proposed policy (i.e. birds, reptiles, etc.).

1. The pet must be approved by the Associate Director of University Housing prior to being allowed in the apartment.
2. The pet must not weigh more than forty-five (45) pounds at any time during its expected life span (aggressive dog breeds will meet extra scrutiny – so those breeds are to be avoided).
3. Cats must have front paws de-clawed (we are looking for the most humane method possible to minimize damage by clawing).
4. All pets must be neutered or spayed at the earliest possible date that is medically safe for the pet. Proof of the operation is required to be on file in Residence Life. The pet must have all required vaccinations, a current copy of the vaccination record must be on file with Residence Life prior to the animal taking residence on campus, and updated as required vaccinations are updated. All records will be kept with the Associate Director of University Housing.
5. The pet must be licensed with the City of Whitewater and a copy of the license must be on file with Residence Life prior to the animal taking residence on campus. The license cost is $6.00 if spayed or neutered and ($11.00 if the animal is not – this would only be acceptable for the short term as all pets are required to be neutered or spayed). You can obtain the license from the City of Whitewater City Hall. You also need to bring proof of a rabies vaccination in order to obtain the license.
6. All cats must be litter box trained and be a house cat.
7. All dogs must be house trained and their feces must be disposed of properly. It must be tied off in a bag and then placed in the trash receptacle, immediately after the dog goes. No piles are to be left at any time, for any reason. Dogs will also be required to take a training/obedience course from a certified trainer either prior to occupancy in the halls or within a short period with the expressed permission of the Associate Director. Documentation of completion of the course must be provided to Residence Life.
8. When the pet is to leave from your residence, it must do so using the exit that is nearest to the director’s apartment. The pet should have limited access to the area in the building. When the pet leaves the apartment, and while they are outside on University property, the appropriate restraining devices must be used (i.e. leash, pet caddy). Length of leashes is not to exceed four feet while in, exiting or entering the building. The pet owner is responsible for all clean-up associated with external fecal matter for dogs and the proper maintenance and disposal of cat litter for cats.
9. The pet owner is responsible for taking care of the pet while away. The owner of said pet is responsible for arranging care of the pet while away from home, it is allowable to have another staff member care for the pet in the residence of the pet. Dogs are not allowed to be left overnight unattended, cats are not to be left unattended for more than 2 full days (3 days and 2 nights).
10. Boarding services for cats and dogs are available at:
    
    • Kenlyn Kennels in Edgerton | info@KenlynKennels.com, 608-884-8355
    • La Pooch Pet Styling in Whitewater | 920-674-5009
    • Animal Medical Center in Whitewater | 262-472-5800
11. There will be an initial apartment condition inventory completed by the Complex Director and checked by his or her supervisor, prior to the pet’s arrival. The supervisor of the staff member with a pet will also conduct apartment checks, to ensure no damage has been done to the apartment due to the pet. These apartment checks will take place once per semester, for the entire tenure the pet is living within the apartment. Any and all damages due to the presence of the pet will be the responsibility of the occupant of that apartment.
12. The pet owner must be receptive and sensitive to complaints by residents or University personnel. Any complaints will be investigated by Residence Life. A complaint or series of complaints may be grounds for the removal of the pet from the University apartment (depending on the situation).
13. All liability for the actions of the pet will be the responsibility of the owner (renters insurance is recommended).
14. The pet must vacate the apartment, for good, at least 15 days prior to the A/CD’s scheduled check-out date. The custodial supervisor for whichever complex the apartment with a pet is located will be part of the apartment review process.
15. No new upholstered furniture (i.e. couches and chairs) will be updated while a pet is in an apartment. Exceptions will be at the discretion of Residence Life (i.e. couch has a spring poking through, chair has a broken leg).
16. Immediately after check-out, the apartment must be professionally cleaned to remove all pet odor and dander. This will be arranged and paid for by the pet owner. Cinderella’s Cleaners offers products that are highly effective in removing pet dander. (It is located at 46 E Rockwell Ave in Fort Atkinson and can be reached at 1-800-236-5585. They charge around $0.24 per square foot and are usually able to take appointments up to two days prior.)
17. Violations of any portion of the above stated stipulations of the University of WisconsinWhitewater Residence Life Pet Policy will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
18. Residence Life staff will review this policy at the end of the 2011-12 academic year and then on a continual basis as needed to best meet the needs of all involved parties.

*This policy is designed so that staff members that are serious about being pet owners will be allowed to do. Included in the policy are stipulations aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership, as to deter staff from buying a pet on a whim. Being a pet owner is a serious responsibility. For a staff member to take advantage of this policy will entail a certain amount of time and financial obligation. The policy is also designed to ensure that the quality of the apartment and grounds are not sacrificed in any way.*