Residence Life Coordinator

Job Title

Residence Life Coordinator

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRSA

Position Classification

SPB05 Public Relations Assistant V

Salary Grade

$66,193.40 - $83,738.20

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is eligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

About this Position

About the Department ofResidence Services Mount Royal University’s Residence Services is committed to providing a safe, secure and supportive living learning community. We strive to be inclusive, responsive and respectful of the individual. The environment is designed to enhance and develop both the personal growth and academic success of the student and their role as a responsible community member.

About the Role The Residence Life Coordinator reports directly to the Manager, Residence Services. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of the residence life program for an assigned residence community, including the achievement of a high standard of community living that facilitates positive and directed student development. The incumbent is responsible for incorporating research regarding student development theory into their work, residence life best practices, and contemporary student leadership practices and apply this knowledge to the creation of short- and longer-term operational plans for the Residence Life program. The incumbent actively recruits, trains, and manages para-professional staff and student leadership programs with effective goal setting and high standards for community development and personal growth. The incumbent is an excellent mentor for student leaders and will experience significant opportunities to promote, develop, and implement contemporary student leadership practices for Mount Royal University. The incumbent will be closely linked to their community and respond to community/personal needs and assess the needs of the greater residence community through excellent programming, effective counseling, and hands-on leadership.

Note: There is a mandatory “live-in” requirement for this position in an assigned private suite within the residence complex, which is considered a taxable benefit. Assignment to this unit requires participation in a 24-hour on-call rotation for student support and emergency response in Residence.

Responsibilities:

Direct student and community development based on the values and mission statement of Residence Services

Foster a living-learning environment whereby student academic success is a key focus.

Recruit, train, and supervise para-professional staff.

Advise all student leadership programs including the Residence Activities Council.

Liaise with academic and service departments within the University to support student, para-professional staff, and community needs.

Oversee all programming initiatives, including para-professional staff and student leadership events and activities.

Be actively visible in the assigned student community and provide individual support and guidance for student issues and concerns.

Manage the residence student judicial process.

Participate in a 24x7 shared on-call support system

Provide emergency crisis response.

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree required along with a minimum of 2 years progressive experience in residence life or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated leadership experience (particularly in a residence setting).

Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and conflict management skills.

Demonstrated experience in supervision and program presentation.

Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Closing Date:

August 13, 2026

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU’s Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

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