Area Director

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker principles and practices, which include respect for persons, integrity, a commitment to peace and justice, simplicity, and consensus-based community decision-making. Earlham is committed to and proud of being a diverse and inclusive place most clearly visible in our student body: 20% of our student body are international, coming from 60+ nations in 2022, and 24% are domestic students of color. Faculty and staff also bring tremendous diversity to the College; many have lived and worked outside the United States, and they make a point of drawing on those experiences in their interactions with students. Additionally, Earlham makes it a priority to serve as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ+ communities and has a four-star rating on the Campus Pride Index. Our community is characterized by respect for every person and a commitment to social justice. Equity and inclusion are central to Earlham's institutional priorities and our leadership is committed to widening the path to an Earlham education.

Earlham College is seeking an Area Director to join our team!

Earlham College seeks candidates for the position of Area Director within the Office of Residence Life for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Area Director position is a live-in, full-time, 12-month administrative faculty appointment reporting to the Associate Director of Residence Life. Compensation includes a furnished two-bedroom apartment in a residence hall or a campus apartment complex, full college benefits, a partial meal plan, unlimited laundry, reserved parking, and a salary of $44,000.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Earlham's Residence Life program is designed with the philosophy that housing facilities serve as dynamic learning environments. It recognizes that some of the most valuable learning experiences outside the classroom occur through interactions between students. The residential program is designed to support strong community development and social awareness. The priority is developing meaningful and healthy relationships while providing opportunities for leadership and involvement as students explore the roles, responsibilities, and mutual influence of those intentional communities. Area Directors assist in creating opportunities for student learning in line with this philosophy.

The primary functions of this role include work within the following domains:

• Community Development, Leadership, & Role-Modeling
• Student Engagement, Leadership, & Programming
• Student Staff Supervision & Evaluation
• Crisis Management & On-Call Response
• Administrative & Operational Tasks
• Student Conduct & Well-Being
• Facilities Management
• Break Housing & Summer Conferences
• Academic Support & Initiatives
• Inclusion and Belonging
• Student-Staff Search, Training, & Development
• Additional Duties as Assigned

Area Directors assume responsibility for the overall operation and leadership of residential areas housing 100-300 students in the residence halls, college houses, and campus apartments. Area Directors lead efforts alongside student-staff to build intentional communities that are culturally rich, socially robust, and inclusive. Area Directors supervise and develop multiple student-staff, including undergraduate Hall Directors and Resident Assistants within their assigned area.

Because the position's primary functions include working with student leaders, programming, advising student groups, facilitating the student conduct process, and responding to emergencies after typical working hours, the position requires a high level of campus visibility with regular evening and weekend commitments.

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 1-year experience working in Residence Life.
• Knowledge of factors influencing student retention, including equity, inclusion, persistence, and wellness, and a commitment to fostering an environment where all students feel supported and heard.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in all forms, teamwork, and ethical student affairs practice.
• Excellent communication skills, motivation, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated understanding of the role modeling expectations of a live-in staff member, healthy personal boundaries, and a desire to be a positive change agent in the lives of students.
• Clear understanding of the role of residence life at a private residential liberal arts college, including the expectation to know students and a commitment to high visibility within campus housing and events.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• Master's degree in student personnel, higher education, or related field and two years of full-time professional experience in residence life with collateral or generalist student affairs experience.
• Experience working with HMS, Banner, and/or Maxient is preferred.
• Fluency in a second language.
• International immersion experiences (i.e., study aboard, volunteer service, etc.).
• Experience advising student groups or themed residential communities.
• Experience with assessment, risk-reduction or alcohol education, or student conduct.

Benefits Working at Earlham:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service*
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Campus Store Discount
• Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra
• Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees
• Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games
• Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows
• Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees*
• 403(b) Retirement* – For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation.
• Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID

• *All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents.

   

  The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

   

  To Apply

   

   

• Please submit the following application materials through our  Earlham Careers Portal
• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of Three References with Contact Information

Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or religion in its employment policies. In addition, Earlham explicitly prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, in accordance with Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, and other applicable state and federal laws. As an institution with a Quaker identity, Earlham encourages applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).

Earlham's Work Authorization Policy

Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.