Manager of Special Housing

Job Description:

The Manager of Special Housing is responsible for management of the room assignment processes and enrollment occupancy during non-academic term periods (winter & summer housing), as well as during Commencement & Reunion, and the bridge period between academic terms. The Manager will assist the Assistant Director of Assignments with the day-to-day coordination of room assignment processes within the student housing software system for Residential Life, StarRez, including but not limited to the creation and development of forms associated with the housing selection process. 

Job Qualifications 

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree plus 3-5 years relevant residential life and housing assignments experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Competencies

• Experience working with StarRez housing software preferred but not required.  Adept at learning new software programs. 

• Experience and ability to exercise independent judgment.

• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, student organizations, faculty and staff.

• Relate successfully in one-on-one and group situations.

• Manage multiple tasks effectively. 

• Have a working knowledge and understanding of the cultural, social and educational needs of student residential communities.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends during busy cycles such as move in and move out.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, please visit here for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

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Recruiting Start Date:

2026-04-16

Job Posting Title:

Manager of Special Housing

Department:

Residential Life

Grade:

Grade 9

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

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EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.