Director of Residence Life

TUJ KYOTO

Director of Residence Life providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for student residences at Temple University, Japan. Enhancing student life and managing housing team while ensuring quality.

Posted 7/26/2026full-timeKanagawa • 🇯🇵 JapanLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supervising and developing residence life teams, managing student conduct, and enhancing community engagement through effective programming and collaboration. Proficient in both English and Japanese, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills to support a diverse student population.

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Supervision And DevelopmentStudent Conduct ManagementCommunity Engagement ProgrammingBilingual Proficiency In English And JapaneseOrganizational And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Higher Education ExperienceResidence Life ManagementProcess Evaluation And ImprovementMicrosoft Office ApplicationsCRM SystemsStudent Information Systems

Soft Skills

TeamworkCollaborationCultural CompetenceCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Residence LifeStudent EngagementCommunity StandardsSafety And Security ProtocolsProfessional Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise the TUJ housing team, including hiring, training, and ongoing professional development for the Assistant Director of Residence Life, Dorm Managers, Resident Assistants, and Community Builders
Ensure quality across all TUJ-managed residences by communicating and collaborating with property management companies on safety and security protocols and residence life initiatives
Work with the university’s conduct office to manage community standards and student conduct within the residences
Monitor and report on residence occupancy, maintenance needs, and student community engagement outcomes
Assist with residence tours, orientation sessions, and visits from prospective students, families, and institutional partners
Respond to and manage student crises and emergencies, including mental health concerns, conduct violations, and facilities incidents; make appropriate referrals to TUJ departments
Maintain regular communication and collaboration with internal TUJ and Main Campus departments
Perform additional duties as assigned by OSSE Leadership
Organize and lead the dorm teams’ execution of events, initiatives, and social engagement opportunities to enhance residential experience at the TUJ residences
Design and implement sustainable programming at the dorms that encourage students’ personal growth and holistic development, facilitates communication between residents and the university, and helps to detect struggling students so that early intervention and outreach can take place
Support outreach and visibility of residence life activities across the TUJ community
Solicit and collect feedback from residents regarding their experiences and preferences to enhance programs and services.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of professional experience in a higher education or relevant residence life work experience
Business-level proficiency in both verbal and written English and Japanese
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel), with experience using CRM systems, student information systems, or other administrative databases
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve processes with an equity, inclusion, and student-centered approach
Strong teamwork and collaborative mindset with demonstrated ability to work effectively across cultures.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fifteen (15) days paid vacation in the first year, increasing to 24 days after 6 years of employment, plus 5 paid “personal and sick days” each year.
Approximately two weeks company-wide break over Christmas/New Year.
Japanese social insurance and pension.
Commuting/telework allowance.
Welfare-discount program membership.
Retirement payment system.