• Deputy Director, Housing and Residential Programs

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Deputy Director, Housing and Residential Programs

    Posting Summary

    The Deputy Director of Housing and Residential Programs ( HRP ) is a core member of the University Housing & Dining Services ( UHDS ) senior leadership team, shaping departmental strategy, organizational structure, and priorities. Reporting to the Executive Director of Housing & Residential Life, this role provides operational leadership to ensure seamless housing and residential program delivery.

     

    This position oversees housing operations, residential education, strategic initiatives, and academic engagement, managing policies, processes, and systems that support 6,500 student beds across 41 residence halls in 11 complexes. This position fosters a high-performing leadership team, translates strategic goals into actionable outcomes, and collaborates with campus partners to enhance student experiences, operational efficiency, and financial sustainability. This role also represents UHDS on committees and serves as a point of escalation for complex issues.

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    + Master’s degree in education, student affairs or related field

    + Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in university housing, dining, or student affairs.

    + Significant experience in campus housing to effectively manage operations within UHDS .

    + Demonstrated ability to align operations with institutional goals and drive strategic initiatives.

    + Exceptional financial management, leadership, and communication skills.

    + Experience with public-private partnerships and managing auxiliary enterprises.

    Desirable Qualifications

    Knowledge of best practices related to living and learning programs and services designed to promote student success.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $120,000-$135,000 annually

    Other Information

    Extended hours and crisis management-related stress. Required to work evenings and weekends to respond to emergencies and attend University-wide programs as needed to support the residential experience.

     

    Special Conditions Weekend work required, Non-standard work hours required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position, A probationary period may be required, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees

     

    FLSA Exempt

     

    Union Position No

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Burlington, Vermont

     

    Job Open Date 04/09/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Position Information

    Position Title Housing & Res Life MG4 X

     

    Posting Number S5573PO

     

    Department Residential Life/30452

     

    Position Number 00027317

     

    Employee FTE 1.0

     

    Employee Term 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

     

    Optional Documents