University of Idaho House Director

We are looking for our next full-time, live-in House Director at the University of Idaho, and you do not need to be a member of Tri Delta to apply! Our lovely chapter house is located in Moscow, Idaho, and the House Director role is a full-time position eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid time off, and more. 

The chapter house and campus are located in the heart of Moscow, near the Idaho/Washington border. Throughout the year you can explore the beautiful scenery, local restaurants, and listen to live music. There are also seasonal art exhibits and galleries and other events that are free to the public or available for an affordable price. The Pullman-Moscow Regional airport is approximately 8 minutes away from campus and the Spokane International airport is approximately 90 minutes away. You are also conveniently located under a two hour drive to Spokane, Washington.

House Details:

• 67 residents
• 67 chapter members
• Meal plan provided during the school year
• Oversee contractor/vendor work at facility
• Reserved parking spot
• We allow service animals, but pets are not permitted

Job Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Property Management 
  • Live-in and reside overnight at the Tri Delta chapter house. 
  • Manage the daily operations of the house and provide weekly reports to supervisor, chapter leadership and volunteers.  
  • Report violations of chapter house rules and policies to chapter officers and advisors.  The house director is not expected nor permitted to discipline chapter members. 
  • Properly maintain the chapter house over time.  Recommend capital improvements as needed throughout the year. 
  • Prepare the chapter house for opening and closing, to include coordination of move-in and move-out and scheduling cleaning and routine maintenance. 
  • Oversee the operation of dining services, including menu preparation, purchasing, and special events. 
  • Oversee the operation of facility cleaning, which may include scheduling for daily, weekly, deep cleaning, special event(s), and additional cleanings and supply purchasing 
  • Perform daily walk of the entire chapter house, including both the interior and exterior of the property to review for any safety or maintenance related needs. 
• Safety/Health 
  • Work to develop and maintain a safety-conscious working and living environment with employees and chapter members.  
  • Ensure that all life-safety equipment is well-maintained and in good working order. Schedule life safety inspections as requested and required in conjunction with Facility Support. 
  • Promptly report to Regional Property Manager and Facility Support any problems with fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, alarm system or any other security or safety risk, including fire hazards.  
  • Understand the Organization's protocol for responding to critical incidents and promptly report them to Executive Office staff.  
  • Assist Regional Property Manager and Facility Support staff with maintaining property records and complete all assigned paperwork in a timely manner. 
• Collaboration/Communication 
  • Establish and maintain vendor relationships.
  • In collaboration with the chapter and advisors, establish kitchen and dining operations policies and procedures. 
  • Schedule regular meetings with Director of Facility Operations (DFACO), Operations Advisors (OAs), and other officers and advisors as requested/needed 
  • Meet with Facility Committee as requested 
• Administrative Responsibilities 
  • Respond in a timely manner to all maintenance requests. 
  • Follow expense approval and reporting processes.  Reconcile and report all expenditures. 
• Housing Team 
  • Attend Tri Delta’s Annual House Director Conference and actively attend and participate in Tri Delta staff meetings and trainings throughout the year. 
  • Offer logistical support for chapter priorities, programs, and initiatives. 
  • Follow all Tri Delta and chapter policies, procedures and guidelines. 

Required qualifications include: 

• 3+ years of related experience 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, web-based applications, and general computer skills. 
• Ability to speak and read English. 
• Meet specified physical requirements of lifting no more than 35 lbs., standing, walking, and climbing stairs multiple times daily. 
• May work extended hours and/or non-traditional hours (i.e. able to respond to emergencies 24/7) 
• Ability to use proper discretion and independent judgment in carrying out the primary roles and responsibilities of the position. 

Preferred qualifications include: 

• Experience with staff supervision and property management 
• NOTE: As part of our hiring process, Tri Delta may require successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and fitness for duty examination. 

Tri Delta's employees are called to kindness, appreciate each other's unique abilities and value diverse perspectives. We welcome candidates with a wide range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. At Tri Delta, we don't just accept differences - we celebrate and support the diverse backgrounds and skills of our employees and believe that they make us stronger. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.