Executive Director of University Housing

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Closing Date : 01 / 07 / 2026

Type of Position : Residence Life

Workstudy Position : No

Job Type : Regular

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available :

No

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas Fayetteville

Founded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department :

Student Affairs Wellbeing

Departments Website :

of Job Duties :

The Executive Director for University Housing provides strategic leadership and direction for a comprehensive housing and residential life program for more than 7000 students across 26 facilities totaling over a million managed square feet more than 250 staff members and an annual operating budget of more than $50 million.

The Executive Director administers and manages all aspects of the student housing program for the University with a deep commitment to student success the student experience belonging and the living-learning experience in a manner that bolsters the Universitys mission and strong commitment to belonging and community.

The Executive Director is responsible for departmental operations; budget oversight; staff engagement and development; goal setting; strategic planning encompassing organization programming and physical infrastructure; complex assessment efforts; and establishing learning outcomes and innovative implementation strategies to ensure the department advances the University and Divisions strategic priorities.

Collaboration and communication are essential to the role. The Executive Director works closely with Enrollment Services University Dining Facilities Management University Information Technology University Police Department and programs within Student Success.

The Executive Director reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Well-being and serves on the Division of Student Affairs leadership team.

Regular reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Masters Degree or equivalent in Higher Education Administration Counseling College Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least ten years of progressive leadership experience in college or university student housing

At least seven years of direct supervisory experience including full-time professional staff with a focus on financial stewardship facility renewal and planning

Demonstrated experience in crisis response Title IX student conduct and behavioral interventions in a residential community

Preferred Qualifications :

Doctorate or terminal Degree in Higher Education Administration College Student Personnel or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least seven years of experience in a leadership position of large-scale residential facilities

At least fifteen years of progressive experience in college / university housing administration

Knowledge Skills and Abilities(KSAs) :

Knowledge of housing operations housing master planning and information technology delivery

Skilled in budgetary and financial performance management

Demonstrated capacity for professional growth and development which includes a cohesive vision of a housing program at the University level

Ability to think critically be strategic problem-solve and make data informed decisions

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students staff and faculty including active collaboration with senior administrators of the University and appropriate community personnel

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the development and articulation of a housing program rooted in a philosophy of student educational growth and development

Additional Information :

Salary Information :

$145000 (Commensurate with experience)

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume

Optional Documents :

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information :

Becky Todd

Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Well-being

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Criminal Background Check Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and / or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

N / A

Frequent Physical Activity :

N / A

Occasional Physical Activity :

N / A

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1