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Student Dormitory Officer
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Non Faculty Vacancies
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Deanship of Student Affairs (Women)
Job Purpose
As a Student Dormitory Officer, you are responsible for providing a safe and secure living environment in the dormitory for student residents at the University of Sharjah so they can focus their attention on their educational program and requirements.
Main accountabilities & expectations
- Participate in the organization of the orientation process for new students and their parents by guiding them through the dormitory as well as to their rooms to ensure the students’ awareness of the facilities.
- Maintain the Dorm’s facilities by assessing and recording the status of all rooms (e.g. study rooms, TV rooms, other facilities) and report all repairs and damages to the dormitory teams to maintain the facilities’ performance.
- Coordinate student room assignments, check-in and departure, as well as perform regular room inspections.
- Administer the annual dormitory students’ activities through planning and promoting educational programs to encourage students to participate.
- Keep students updated with the latest news by refreshing board announcements regularly with up to date information on the UoS’ regulations, activities, trips, etc. in order to ensure students are aware of any changes.
- Request, follow up and receive supplies and requirements associated with dormitory operations.
- Coordinate with UoS transportation section for any required transport services to and from the dorms.
- Responsible for enforcing UoS dorm rules and regulations and report students who do not follow them.
- Develop a positive and respectful relationship with the students living in the dormitory.
- Ensure the safety of the dormitory students by making them aware of the UoS related procedures, punctuality, dress code, code of conduct, visiting schedules, health and safety regulations.
Required Skills
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, or a relevant discipline.
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2-4 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.
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First aid and CPR certificates are a plus.
- Priority is given to UAE nationals.
Desirable Requirements
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents in both Arabic and English.
- Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications, with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Good customer service skills.
- Knowledge of public safety and security.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and reach resolutions.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Works as a competent team member, willing to provide backup support for co-workers when appropriate and actively supporting group goals.
- Flexibility and ability to function effectively as part of a team
Job Location
University of Sharjah (Main)
Job Criteria
Gender
, Female,
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree/higher diploma
Relevant Experience
2
Living In UAE
Open for all
Nationality
, All,
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