RESIDENCE HALL STAFF

Director of Residential Life

The Director of Residential Life has the role of oversight and management of the housing program at the College of the Redwoods. The responsibilities of this position are many and varied: long-range program planning; training, supervision and evaluation of the 7 full-time residence hall staff members; physical plant maintenance; working to maintain a safe, secure environment for residents; summer program coordination; and helping to set and maintain community standards of behavior.

Assistant Director of Residential Life

The Assistant Director of Residential Life lives in the halls and works closely with the Director. A full-time professional whose duties range from advising the Resident Hall Association (RHA) to handling student behavior issues and conducting formal disciplinary hearings. This staff member also plays a central role in the creation and maintenance of a safe environment conducive to sleep and study.

Office Coordinator

The Office Coordinator manages the day-to day activities of the housing office. The Office Manager helps answer questions about contracts, billing, financial aid, room assignments,maintenance requests, meal cards, and anything else you can think of!

Residential Assistants

Each floor in the residence halls has a full-time student staff member, the Resident Assistant (RA). The RAs are para-professionals who are hired and extensively trained by the college as peer helpers. An RA is responsible for the safety, security, and well being of a group of approximately 30 students. If residents have questions or need help or friendly advice, the RA is usually the student’s best resource. RAs also plan activities and events to help make community living more enjoyable.