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Resident Outreach Coordinator

Position Number: 6400509
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Resident Outreach Coordinator

Job Summary

The Resident Outreach Coordinator for Residential Education position is a 12 month, full-time, live-on, professional staff position within Housing & Residential Education (HRE) (HRE) and the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS)Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS), within the Student Affairs Division at the University of Utah.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Student Support, the Resident Outreach Coordinator (ROC) oversees management of residents of concern in a campus residential community of just under 6,000 residents. The ROC supports the retention and graduation of students by providing support and referral to resources. Under the guidance of the Office of the Dean of Students, the ROC will coordinate day-to-day resident of concern assistance.

About Student Affairs

The Office of the Dean of Students is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over 20 departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose. To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students. As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.

An excellent benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package):

14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA)
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month
Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
Tuition reduction for employees and family members
Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available
Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)

Responsibilities
Case Management:

Manage resident of concern cases from beginning to completion.
Utilize Symplicity's Advocate software to document incoming and outgoing communications including behavioral reports, requests for campus resources, meeting notes, document collection, and action logs
Use various methods of contact to speak with residents of concern and align with the correct resource(s).
Respond to communications from concerned campus and community members regarding new and existing residents of concern.
Investigate and report relevant information on cases.
Meet with residents and otherwise engage with them through various means to identify areas of concern and to provide information, guidance, and support as appropriate to the situation.
Utilize NaBITA's risk rubric to identify concerning behavior and implement appropriate interventions
Track trends or changes in student behavior and assess for ongoing interventions.
Assist residents with social services needs including referral to campus and community resources.
Appropriately coordinate with other University personnel, public safety officers, government agencies, and family members when responding to students in distress.
Conduct follow-up inquiries regarding threat assessment cases.

Outreach/Education:

Coordinate outreach efforts to the University community regarding student behavioral concerns, intervention strategies, and current national and University trends in behavioral intervention.
Develop communication materials in a variety of media to support outreach efforts.
Develop and maintain appropriate manuals, forms, and procedures.
Design, organize and facilitate educational programs and ongoing training for Residential Education, Student Affairs and other campus staff, including but not limited to care and support.

Administrative Support:

Provides administrative support to the Resident Outreach Associate Director of Student Support.
Direct day-to-day operations of resident outreach and follow-up with cases.
Assist in the development and proper interpretation of policies and procedures among staff and residents.
Serve as a liaison to The Office of the Dean of Students, the University Counseling Center, Office of Equal Opportunity, and other resource based campus offices.
Maintain an area budget in accordance with purchasing guidelines.
Work to advance the University and , Division of Student Affairs, and Res Life's strategic plans through participation in goal setting, program implementation, committee/task force work and assessment efforts.
Assist in meeting requirements of University policies (FERPA, Clery, etc.).

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Master's degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN42601B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00300 - Dean of Students
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $53,167 + live-on apartment
Close Date: 10/21/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/185991