Row Program Advisor, Office of Residential Education

Main Work Location: Historic Stanford Campus Schedule : Hybrid (at least 4 days per week on site) Appointment Term : Fixed Term (2 years) Budgeted Salary Range : The expected range for this position is $113,000 - $120,000 per annum. This search is for 2 open positions To be considered, please include a cover letter and resume in your application. The Row Program Advisor serves as a primary advisor to self-operated and cooperative Row houses and to independent-style communities, supporting student leaders in cultivating communities that reflect each house's unique identity. Self-operated houses provide intimate residential communities centered on shared social and educational experiences, with university-supported dining and custodial services, while cooperative houses are student-managed residences where members collaborate in the governance and day-to-day operations of the house through shared responsibility, leadership, and community participation. The Row Program Advisor reports directly to an Associate Dean and works closely with colleagues in the department and across the University. In this role you will: Manage an advising portfolio of self-operated and cooperative Row houses, and independent style communities. Provide advice and counsel to student leaders and residents on community governance, residential operations, University policies/processes, leadership development, and house management. Manage a portfolio of projects supporting self-operated and cooperative Row houses, and independent-style communities, including education and training for student residential staff and student leaders, program planning, community engagement, operational and leadership development, and curriculum design. Engage in critical analysis of student and community concerns to resolve substantial issues that may span multiple areas, using advanced technical and professional knowledge. Develop and implement programming and make strategic recommendations for future programs that strengthen leadership, community engagement, and the residential experience. Interpret and implement university policy related to self-operated, cooperative, and independent houses, residential operations, community standards, health and safety, financial protocols, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. Provide advising, consultation, and operational support across Student Affairs and the broader undergraduate student experience, as appropriate, serving as a resource on cross-functional initiatives, residential community concerns, and university priorities. Core Duties : Manage an area or program in student services, analyze effectiveness, and make final decisions on program eligibility. Engage in critical analysis and evaluation of student and program concerns to resolve substantial issues which may span multiple areas, using advanced technical and professional knowledge. Develop and implement programming (virtual, in-person), make strategic recommendations for future programs. Interpret and implement university policy related to academic policies; oversee the implementation of policies and practices for a student population or school. Analyze and develop report requirements, portals, and student facing communications. Evaluate and determine recommendations on technology resources, negotiate with resources options and vendors. Manage outreach programs, relationships with external community and university liaisons. Provide direct advice to students on a broad range of complex issues including, but not limited to, academic progress, academic program policies, career plans, accessibility, community standards, etc., in order to assist them in making appropriate choices and decisions. Apprise students of research, fellowship and scholarship opportunities, make recommendations and may award grants. May contribute to preparing and submitting training grants. May assist in development efforts to support donor relations, stewardship annual reporting. Provide consulting advice to internal and external organizations; act as subject matter expert in a specialized field. Oversee key processes, including contribution and direction on policy and program content. Manage financial processes and development of budgets. May lead teams and projects that impact a significant unit of the university. May direct the work of other staff; contribute to development of staff training programs. Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and all levels of management. Strong analytical and problem solving skills to review and analyze complex information. Advanced computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced customer service skills. Relevant computer systems/technology experience. Understanding of financial transactions. Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.