Housefellow and Coordinator, Residential Education – Division of Student Affairs

About the role#

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking two Housefellow and Coordinator for Residential Education professionals to join the Division of Student Affairs. This role serves as a primary advocate for student development, focusing on the social, academic, intellectual, and personal growth of students within a residential community. This is a live-on position that requires participation in the Student Affairs emergency response duty rotation.

What you'll do#

• Drive the development of the residential experience by executing the residential engagement model.
• Select, train, lead, supervise, and evaluate a team of Community Advisors and Resident Assistants.
• Provide one-on-one mentorship, support, and guidance to students to enhance their success.
• Coordinate emergency response and ongoing case management for a designated residential population.
• Manage the House budget and oversee community expenses related to programming and development.
• Collaborate with campus partners, including Housing Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, and academic departments.
• Oversee critical initiatives within Residential Education, such as student staff selection, leadership development, and team culture.

What you'll need#

• A Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of full-time experience in a student affairs role.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to community, culture, and student engagement.
• A proven commitment to helping students identify their unique talents through meaningful connections.
• Ability to multitask and manage administrative responsibilities effectively.

Location & details#

• Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Modality: On-site, live-on role
• Status: Full-time, paid position
• Term: Rolling applications
• Note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work for the university in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.