Vanderbilt Pre-College Head of Residential Logistics (Summer 2027)

Fore more information about Vanderbilt Pre-College, please visit https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/workatprecollege/ .

Location: Nashville, TN
Type: Non-Residential or Residential
Reports to: Director of Pre-College Programs

Job Description:

The Head of Residential Logistics is fully responsible for managing data and operations associated with Vanderbilt Pre-College residential systems. This may include creating housing assignments, managing SWAG inventory and distribution, developing and printing student nametags, creating certificates of completion and other administrative tasks. This position may collaborate with other teams such as the Head(s) of Operations and Vanderbilt Office of Conferences and Events. This is primarily a non-student facing position and many tasks will be done independently.

Perks:

Your summer includes:

- Making a difference through investing in the lives of gifted and high achieving young scholars.
- Working at one of the most prestigious universities in the nation.
- Loving what you do while building your resume with leadership experience.
- Joining a team of dedicated staff who are passionate about developing talent in gifted students.
- Competitive compensation with meals provided during scheduled shifts.

Expectations:

Within their wide array of duties and responsibilities, the Pre-College Head of Residential Logistics is expected to:

- Develop a strategic plan for managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborate with various entities within Vanderbilt Pre-College to complete projects and support students.
- Work closely with Director of Pre-College Programs to accomplish various goals to ensure Pre-College is successful.
- Be comfortable working with various programs and systems such as Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.
- Be highly mature and able to assist with the management of a residential community for a summer academic program for teens.
- Enthusiastically adapt and pivot as needed to ensure optimal, engaging, and safe student experiences.
- Assist the Head(s) of Student Support with emergency medical visits to urgent care or the hospital as needed.
- Be willing to complete driving requirements in order to operate a university designated vehicle.
- Work closely with other leadership team members to accomplish program goals and address problems in a timely manner.
- Uphold and enforce all program and University rules as outlined in staff and student handbooks.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment that requires continuing flexibility, a positive and caring attitude, and collaboration.
- Must be familiar with the responsibilities of being a mandatory reporter.
- Adhere to PTY’s policies related to confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will:

- Have a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s Preferred (Higher Education, Business, Organizational Leadership, etc.)
- Must be over 21 years old.
- Be comfortable managing multiple projects at once
- Be able to take high directives and work independently
- Possess cultural sensitivity awareness and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrate exceptional maturity and character.
- Have experience communicating with key stakeholders of an organization.
- Embody a strong team player ethic and sense of humor.
- Be able to successfully and positively communicate with individuals of all ages, experiences, and roles.
- Successfully pass the Vanderbilt University criminal background check and online training for working with minors.
- Agree to adhere to all duties before, during, and after the program as outlined in the staff materials.
- Must be able to traverse distances of at least one mile, including stairs, with or without accommodation.
- Must be able to lift and/or maneuver at least 40 lbs. with or without accommodation.
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide continuous up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records.

Benefits

Compensation:

$22.00/hr

*This position is eligible for the returning PTY seasonal staff incentive .

Program Dates and Times:*

- Limited Spring hours may be available
- For a detailed schedule, please see https://pty.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-staff-schedule/ (/precollege-staff-schedule/).
- The typical weekday shift for the day position is 11:00am-7:00pm in addition to extensive weekend hours.

*dates subject to change