Professional Staff

Recruitment
Information
 Table of Contents
Bentley Mission

Bentley Values

The Residential Center

Waltham, MA

RD Job Description

RD Employment Details

RD Remarks
 Bentley University
Bentley University is one of the nation's leading business
schools, dedicated to preparing a new kind of business
leader and one with the deep technical skills, the broad
global perspective and the high ethical standards required to
make a difference in an ever-changing world. To achieve our
goal, we infuse our advanced business curriculum with the
richness of a liberal arts education. The results are graduates
who are making an impact in their chosen fields and turning
their passions into success stories. Located on a classic New
England campus just minutes from Boston, Bentley is a
dynamic community of leaders, scholars and creative
thinkers.

Mission
Bentley University changes the world with a transformative
business education, integrated with arts and sciences, that
inspires and prepares ethical leaders who will confront the
challenges of today and shape the opportunities of tomorrow.
 Bentley's Values
Bentley is a community of students, faculty and staff who are committed to
learning. To create the best environment for learning to occur, we as a
community embrace these core values to guide our conduct.

Caring: We practice understanding, compassion and kindness. We recognize

the whole person and their well-being, and we think beyond ourselves and our
immediate goals to consider the impact our actions have on other people. 

Collaboration: We welcome new perspectives as we work with others toward

a common goal. We seek out opportunities for partnership and teamwork,
readily sharing our knowledge and expertise with others.  

Diversity: We are all different and that makes our community stronger. We
embrace and seek to understand those with different beliefs,
backgrounds and life experiences. We celebrate those differences as
opportunities to learn and grow. We protect and affirm the right of all people to
be themselves.

Honesty: We act with honesty and integrity in our academic, personal and

professional affairs. We are dedicated to ethical and transparent behavior, and
we hold ourselves accountable for our words and actions.
 
Impact: We recognize our potential to make a difference. We use the power of
business and innovation to positively impact individuals, organizations and the
communities we serve at home and abroad. 

Learning: We are here to learn and develop. We are passionate about

knowledge and want to continue to learn throughout our lives. We are eager
and willing to try new experiences and ways of thinking. We appreciate that
much of our learning will occur by interacting with others, inside and outside
of the classroom.
 
Respect: We treat others as they would like to be treated. We recognize the
inherent dignity and worth of all members of our community and strive to
better understand and appreciate everyone. We are committed to keeping our
community free of vandalism, hate speech, violence and harassment.
The Residential Center
The Residential Center houses both Residential Life and
Housing Operations. The fluid collaboration that exists between
both pieces helps for us to create an inclusive, safe, and
welcoming space for students to call home.

The Residential Center is made up of one Associate Dean, one

Director, one Associate Directors, four Assistant Directors, seven
Residence Directors and one Housing Operations Specialist.
Each team member plays an integral role in our team.

Outside of work, we also enjoy spending time with each other

outside of work including summer barbeques, holiday
parties, board game nights, and daily lunches.
 About Waltham

Waltham is a quaint city

in Middlesex County,
Massachusetts and was an
early center for the labor
movement as well as a
major contributor to
the American Industrial
Revolution.

The city is now a center for

research and higher
education, home to Brandeis
University and Bentley
University. The population
was 60,636 at the census in
2010.
 Job Description
Bentley University is anticipating at least one opening for a full-time, 12-
month live-in for a Residence Director who is responsible for the overall
administration of one to seven residence halls. Reporting to an Assistant Director
of the Residential Center, the Residence Director supervises a staff of
undergraduate and graduate Resident Assistants and creates a healthy
living/learning environment through creative programming, counseling, facilities
management, staff supervision, student conduct reviews, and serving in a staff
duty structure. Please note, this position is designed as a 3-year contract, with the
potential of a 4th year renewal.

Supervision & Development: Supervises a staff of 9-19 Resident Assistants in

designated buildings; utilize resident interactions logged through the Housing
Director Software; participate in the Resident Assistant Selection Process; train
and evaluate Resident Assistants; plan and conduct weekly resident hall staff
meetings; meet with each staff member individually on a bi-weekly basis; manage
Residence Hall budget and administer staff programming funding. 

Student Development: Administer Resident Assistant programming; advise

Residence Hall Councils; act as an Administrative Conduct Officer for the Bentley
conduct system; mediate roommate conflicts; serve as an on-duty administrator
for crisis and emergency situations during non-business and weekend hours;
provide academic and personal counseling to students and make referrals when
appropriate. 

Operations: Oversee the operational management of the building(s); facilitate the

opening and closing of the residence halls; conduct regular health and safety
inspections; coordinate follow-up procedure for all maintenance and housekeeping
concerns/requests; work with the Director of Housing and Residential Services to
ensure proper occupancy records and reports. 

Department & University Relations: Serve on departmental and institutional

committees; attend department and area staff meetings, in-service training
programs, and one-on-one meetings with assigned supervisor; act as a liaison
with faculty and appropriate offices; respond to students and parents regarding
Residential Life issues; assist with the implementation of institutional and
departmental goals and objectives. Summer: Coordinate specific summer projects
as assigned by the Residential Center management team.
 Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS Master's degree in Higher Education Administration
or related field required (graduate residence life experience preferred) .
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of student development
theory. Effective verbal and written communication skills, including cross-
cultural communication skills, as well as experience or interest in working and
programming with diverse populations. Experience with Adironack’s The
Housing Director or similar housing software. Additional Compensation: Fully
furnished 1-2 bedroom apartment and partial meal plan; parking on campus
at no cost.

Employment Details
• Salary of $47,500 and Meal Plan during academic year 

• A furnished one or two bedroom apartment will be provided in a residence

hall on the Bentley University campus

• Utilities, cable, internet, phone, along with standard maintenance repairs at

no cost to the employee

• Pets and partners are welcome

• An on-campus parking permit provided

• Access to the Bentley University library and gym

Tuition remission and a generous benefits package

• Every Friday off in the Summer

 Hall Staff Remarks
Being an RD at Bentley has been the breath of fresh air that I
needed in both my personal and professional life. Being
surrounded by so many professionals whose passion for Higher
Education and student success is inspirational. The students at
Bentley are among ranks that I’ve not worked with prior to
working here; not only are they heavily involved, but they carry
such strong motivation and determination to meet their goals. I
am continually challenged to do my best and am provided with
opportunities for further development, inside and outside of the
Residential Center, to help make me a stronger person and
professional. - Brendan O.

As someone who has experience at other institutions within

Residential Life, I can proudly say working at Bentley has been an
impactful and overall, holistic experience. From the first weeks, the
Residential Center staff made me feel welcome and took the time to
help get me acclimated. As a professional live-on staff member, the
Residence Director role is unlike most traditional full-time roles;
your whole life is impacted versus only your work. Living and
working at Bentley has been nothing short of enjoyable; healthy
work/life balance, safe and inclusive community, access to state-of-
the-art facilities (weight-lifting gym, outdoor track, classrooms, etc.),
beautifully maintained landscapes, comfortable and spacious
apartment, pet-friendly, etc. All of these amazing aspects of Bentley
have made me feel like a true member of the Falcon community.
Above all, the students at Bentley are what make this role so
worthwhile. They are passionate about what they do and are
incredibly determined trailblazers, to say the least; being a part of
their support system and higher education journey as they navigate
life’s trials and tribulations, is an honor. Overall, applying to Bentley
was the best decision I have made for my professional career path
thus far! - Cole T.