Staff Positions

Intro

The Director of University Life(UL) at George Mason University Korea (Mason Korea) provides strategic leadership for programs and services that foster student engagement, belonging, and well-being. The Director oversees Student Involvement, Student Housing & Residence Life, Student Conduct, and the Center for Well-Being, ensuring co-curricular initiatives align with Mason Korea’s educational mission and the University Life vision: Every Student Succeeds.

As a senior leader, the Director reports to the Associate Dean of UL and advances Mason Korea’s goals for academic excellence, global engagement, and community development by cultivating inclusive environments, empowering students, and supporting holistic student success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Teach UNIV 100: Introduction to George Mason course designed to assist first-year students with their transition from high school to college life at Mason.
• Provide vision and direction for UL areas in student involvement, student housing, and Well-Being
• Align programs and services with the UL mission to create an inclusive and supportive campus environment
• Advance Mason Korea’s mission of preparing globally minded, career-ready graduates through co-curricular learning
• Serve on the UL leadership team, contributing to divisional planning, assessment, and student success initiatives
• Lead new student orientation and transition programs to strengthen engagement and belonging
• Provide oversight of inclusive leadership opportunities and meaningful involvement pathways for students
• Support campus traditions that foster belonging, school pride, and global citizenship
• Provide strategic oversight of residential operations, including community development, education, and conduct
• Implement living-learning and transition-focused initiatives (e.g., First-Semester Experience) to support student adjustment and resource connection
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate academic support, wellness education, and leadership development into the residential experience
• Serve as a primary conduct officer; coordinate responses to behavior concerns with Title IX, Housing, faculty, and/or local law enforcement
• Participate in the on-call rotation to respond to student emergencies
• Provide strategic oversight of well-being initiatives promoting health, resilience, and social wellness
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver coordinated, student-centered care and crisis intervention
• Serve on the Mason Korea Student CARE Team
• Supervise professional staff and student employees, fostering accountability, innovation, and growth
• Lead recruitment, training, and evaluations of professional staff
• Manage departmental budgets with the Associate Dean; oversee expenditures and resource allocation
• Implement assessment and data-informed strategies for program improvement
• Ensure compliance with university, accreditation, and legal standards
• Represent the university in committees, meetings, and external partnerships
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies
• Exceptional administrative, management, and organization skills
• Ability to impart sometimes sensitive or controversial information with tact and sensitivity to diverse group with divergent interests
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance principles and practices
• Knowledge of business management and fiscal practices
• Skill in people leadership and supervision
• Ability to work through processes quickly and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to synthesize detailed, complex information into clear and compelling recommendations for problem
• Proficient with operating a computer and various supporting software packages (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Canva)

REQUIREMENT  

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs, with demonstrated leadership in related areas such as student involvement, housing, conduct, well-being
• Minimum of five years of professional staff supervisory experience
• Strong skills in staff supervision, budget management, and program development and assessment
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered practice
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
• High level of communication in English (both written and oral)

PREFERRED

• Experience working in an international or cross-cultural university setting
• Previous leadership role at the director or assistant/associate director level

Working Conditions

• Some evening and weekend work required supporting student events, conduct hearings, and emergency response
• Occasional travel for professional development or student programs

The pay scale of the position is from 93,000,000 KRW to 98,000,000 KRW per year based on previous working experiences.

To Apply

For full consideration, applicants should do the following by October 09, 2025. Submit applications in our hiring site (click here)

• A cover letter that explains your interest in the position and any other relevant experience
• Current curriculum vitae
• At least three references with full contact information. References will not be contacted without consent from applicants

Expected Start Date:

January 1, 2026

SUMMARY 

The Senior Coordinator for Student Housing provides leadership for the residential student experience at Mason Korea. This role is responsible for managing housing operations in collaboration with the IGC Housing office, supervising student staff, expanding off-campus housing opportunities, and leading programs that foster student success and well-being. The Senior Coordinator serves as a bridge between students, faculty, staff, families, and external partners to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning environment that aligns with Mason Korea’s mission and University Life goals. 

HOUSING MANAGEMENT 

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Mason Korea housing operations in collaboration with the IGC Housing office, ensuring smooth processes for assignments, selection, break housing, check-in/out, and inspections. 
• Analyze, maintain, and report on housing data related to assignments, retention, attrition, and occupancy trends, providing recommendations for long-term planning. 
• Lead the management and continual improvement of daily housing operations for Mason Korea students. 
• Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of the First-Semester Experience (FSE) programs. 
• Direct the Mason Korea housing selection process and ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with university policies. 
• Provide financial oversight for residential services programs, including budget planning, monitoring, and reporting. 
• Ensure accuracy and accessibility of housing and residential life information on Mason Korea’s webpages. 
• Expand and strengthen off-campus housing options by cultivating partnerships with local housing providers and community stakeholders. 
• Cultivate and manage partnerships with external housing providers to establish
  additional off-campus housing that aligns with university standards and supports student needs. 
• Collaborate with the IGC Housing office to address room change requests and disciplinary cases with a developmental and student-centered approach. 

STUDENT SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT 

• Serve in the on-call rotation with other University Life professional staff, responding to student crises, emergencies, and conduct concerns with sound judgment, appropriate intervention, and follow-up. 
• Provide leadership in the design, implementation, and evaluation of First-Semester Experience (FSE) programs that foster student transition and success. 
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate academic perspectives and engagement opportunities into First-
• Semester Experience (FSE) programs, supporting a strong transition to university life. 
• Provide guidance and referrals for students navigating academic, personal, and wellness challenges, ensuring access to appropriate campus resources. 
• Assess housing and residence life programs to measure effectiveness and continuously improve the student residential experience. 
• Address complex student behavior concerns in residence halls, partnering with IGC Housing, RAs, and
• University Life staff to apply an educational and restorative approach. 
• Support Student Care and Conduct processes by managing higher-level student conduct cases and serving as a resource for staff handling student concerns. 

SUPERVISION 

• Provide leadership in the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of Resident Assistant (RA) staff, in collaboration with IGC Housing and the Mason Korea University Life team. 
• Supervise and mentor RAs, offering ongoing feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities. 
• Hold staff accountable to University and IGC policies, fostering a culture of responsibility and integrity. 
• Guide RAs in fulfilling administrative duties with accuracy and efficiency. 
• Provide vision and direction for RA programming that promotes academic success, well-being, inclusion, and community development. 
• Serve as a resource and mentor for other University Life staff in the area of housing and residential life. 

PARENTS & FAMILY ENGAGEMENT 

• Plan and coordinate new student Family Orientation in collaboration with relevant offices. 
• Partner with University Life at Mason Korea and Fairfax and International Relations & Strategic Initiatives staff to develop and deliver comprehensive parent and family engagement materials and programming for students transitioning to the Fairfax campus. 

UNIVERSITY SUPPORT 

• Actively represent Housing and Residence Life in University Life initiatives, committees, and major campus programs such as New Student Orientation, Convocation, and Mason Day, etc. 
• Provide leadership and input on university-wide projects, committees, and special assignments as designated by administration. 
• Collaborate with campus partners to align housing initiatives with institutional goals and student success priorities. 

REQUIREMENT 

• Bachelor's degree  
• Minimum of  3+years of professional experience working with university students, or a minimum of 1+years with a Master’s degree
• Exceptional professional proficiency and cross-cultural competency in both written and spoken English and Korean (required for policy communication and local partnerships).   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Experience with higher education administration, student affairs or services, counseling or related field 
• Experience supervising, training, or mentoring junior staff 
• On-call or emergency management response experience in a university and/or residential setting 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Advocate for student needs 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies  
• Be familiar with services and programs that supports student success within student housing 
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects independently and work in an environment with regular interruptions 
• Ability to work independently, analyze and made decisions related to program content  
• Skill in program coordination, including communication, organization, facilitation, and independent decision-making  
• Ability to maintain databases and update department websites 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities while paying attention to details 
• Proficient with operating a computer and various supporting software packages (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Calendar, Zoom) 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Require flexible hours, including occasional evening and weekend hours, with prior notice   
• Work may require some physical exertion (I.e., standing, lifting, moving, etc.) 
• Some work may be completed outside 

The pay scale of the Sr. Coordinator is from 46,000,000 KRW to 51,000,000 KRW per year based on previous working experiences. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants MUST submit the following documents through the official hiring website, BambooHR (Click here). The documents should be received by November 04, 2025, and review of materials will begin thereafter.

• A cover letter that explains your interest in the position and highlights your relevant experience
• Resumé
• At least three references with full contact information. References will not be contacted without consent.