Job Details

Temporary Residential Engagement Coordinator

Position Number: 7171615
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

Temporary Residential Engagement Coordinator

Requisition Number: 72125
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Temporary Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 31-May-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Residence Life at CU Boulder encourages applications for the Temporary Residential Engagement Coordinator! This position is a live-off position with administrative, educational, leadership and advising responsibilities. The primary purpose of this role is to support student engagement in the residence halls, assist student leader cultivate a sense of community and belonging through event planning and the application of the residential curriculum in first-year, continuing or graduate and family communities.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Life consists of 36 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

Residence Life

Residence Life provides residential communities that support student success and enrich the learning experience outside the classroom. By supporting students, engaging them in community, and leading the residential environment, we create spaces where students connect with others, explore new perspectives, and grow throughout their time at CU.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Community and Leadership Development

Coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate educational, academic, and social programming as per the residential curriculum.
Maintain budgets and other fiduciary responsibilities.
Promote a collaborative student-centered residential environment that supports the academic mission of the institution.
Intentionally pursue avenues for infusing academic connections and learning experiences in the residential environment for all students.
Collaborate with faculty and staff within academic programs (RAPs, and LLCs) to strengthen academic partnerships and linkages.
Actively seek out opportunities for student leadership and involvement, including advising Community Council, and supporting RHA and NRHH initiatives.
Support emerging initiatives that build community, cultivate a sense of belonging, and develop students, as well as the overarching goals of the department.

Supervision & Performance Management

Coach, mentor, supervise, holds accountable and develop staff to become effective student leaders, and conduct all performance reviews and coaching sessions as appropriate.
Support recruitment, hiring, and training processes for student and professional staff and actively seek opportunities for equitable practice in all facets of human resource development.
Facilitate residence life communication efforts across all community staff positions.

Operations & Administration

Maintain regular interaction with Facilities, Environmental Services, Dining, and University Housing.
Oversee the safety and security of a residential environment.
Coordinate processes such as community move-in and move-out.
This position serves as a mandatory reporter for Clery reportable crimes and all University policies.

External Relations

Serve as a good steward and representative of Residence Life on university working groups.
Partner proactively with Student Life and university offices to support the needs of students.
Assist with student retention and persistence efforts.

What You Should Know

This position is full-time working Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with some nights and weekends. Hybrid schedule may be available within team guidelines.

What We Can Offer

The hourly pay for this position is $23-24/hr.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be collaborative. Be inclusive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 31, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Residential-Engagement-Coordinator/72125