Hall Director - University Housing - UTK

The Hall Director oversees a residential community housing approximately 517–1,084 students and supervises a team that may include 8–22 Resident Assistants (RAs), an Assistant Hall Director (AHD), and Office Assistants. This role is responsible for staff selection, training, evaluation, and ongoing development. The Hall Director collaborates closely with facilities, housekeeping, and campus partners to ensure efficient operations and a positive residential experience.

The HD serves as a key leader in fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging community while managing student concerns, administrative processes, and emergency response.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate Assistant Hall Directors, Resident Assistants, and Office Assistants 
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for staff 
• Facilitate regular staff meetings and training sessions 
• Instruct sessions during the Resident Assistant Symposium as part of the RA selection process 

 

Community Development & Student Engagement

• Develop and implement a comprehensive residence life program that promotes student learning and engagement 
• Maintain a visible and approachable presence within the residential community 
• Foster a sense of belonging through intentional interactions and programming initiatives 
• Support students experiencing academic, personal, or interpersonal challenges 

 

Student Conduct & Crisis Management

• Address student behavior concerns and enforces university policies 
• Serve in an on-call rotation to respond to student crises and emergencies 
• Provide appropriate follow-up, documentation, and referrals related to student incidents 
• Support students in distress and connect them with campus resources 

 

Operations & Facilities Management

• Collaborate with facilities, maintenance, and housekeeping staff to address building needs 
• Ensure timely resolution of resident concerns and facility issues 
• Participate in area coverage rotations for campus-wide support 
• Maintain communication with housing administrative and finance units

Required Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor’s degree is required at the time of application.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

  • Ability to multi-task

  • Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally

  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

  • Skilled in training and supervising staff

 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree
• Experience: In Residence Life, counseling or related field 

 

Work Location 

Location: Onsite position located in Knoxville, TN

 

Compensation and Benefits 

UT market range: MR08

Anticipated hiring range: 

• Bachelor's degree $47,500
• Master’s degree $50,000

 

Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

Find more information on UT Benefits here

 

Application Instructions 

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted fully. 

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

 

About The College/Department/Division

The Division of Student Life is comprised of an outstanding group of professionals who create student-centered opportunities that contribute to a transformative Volunteer Experience. These opportunities allow students to grow their skills and knowledge outside of the classroom. From health and wellness to service and engagement, we provide opportunities where students exemplify the Volunteer Spirit, inspiring others to learn, lead, and serve. 

Our departments provide essential services that support student success and future growth, fostering engagement, leadership, and wellness while enhancing belonging. Together, they create transformative experiences that help students achieve both academic and personal goals.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service. 
UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory. 
The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.  
UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone. 
The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.  
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