Residence Behaviour Assistant Manager

Department: Residence Life
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

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General Purpose

Reporting to the Residence Behaviour and Wellness Manager (RBWM), the Residence Behaviour Assistant Manager (RBAM) supports the daily operations and administration of programs, policies, and staff that contribute to a safe and secure living environment for over 5,000 students in residence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating approximately 50 Door and On-Call Staff (DOCS) · Scheduling staff and ensuring consistent coverage across all residence buildings.
• Conducting 1-on-1 meetings, coaching, and performance reviews with student staff.
• Facilitating student conduct meetings in response to alleged policy violations.
• Designing and delivering training sessions focused on student support, policies, and procedures related to the Residence Community Living Standards (RCLS).
• Assisting with the development and review of residence life policies, procedures, and staff resources.
• Developing assessment plans and reports on safety and security issues.
• Identifying operational efficiencies to enhance student and staff experiences.
• Providing administrative and operational support to the RBWM.
• Chairing or contributing to portfolios such as RLS Hiring, Training, and Recognition.

Requirements

Requirements for this live-in position include: a university degree and two years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The RBAM brings a strong understanding of restorative practices, conflict resolution, community management, and policy implementation. As a member of the collaborative and dynamic Residence Life Management Team (RLMT), the RBAM serves as a key resource in addressing student behaviour concerns and ensuring timely follow-up across residence communities.

This live-in position requires participation in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule and frequently involves non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends. 

The Residence Life Management Team places great value on maintaining an equitable and inclusive environment within the residence community. In addition to speaking to experiences and transferable skills that would support your success in the RAC role, please use your cover letter to speak to your values in regard to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and how you would look to represent these values through your work if selected for a position. 

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10922866 
Classification: P&M FT- Band 03    
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:  07/30/2025  
Closing Date:  08/06/2025