Job Details

TIP Residential Summer Assistant Director

Position Number: 6805981
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Residence Life and Housing

TIP Residential Summer Assistant Director

Job Identification: 19677
Posting Date: 12/19/2025, 04:45 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 811 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX, 76701, US
Degree Level:

Job Description:
What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a TIP Residential Summer Assistant Director. Baylor TIP's mission is to identify students with exceptional talent in STEM and the humanities and provide them with world-class learning opportunities commensurate with their potential. During the summer, students in grades 8-12 who have been admitted to TIP have an opportunity to take advanced classes while living in a Baylor residence hall. The TIP Residential Summer Assistant Director provides administrative support for the residential program, creating a safe and supportive community for students and providing fun and engaging activities for them in the evenings and on weekends. The position requires living in the residence hall with faculty, staff, and students for training, set-up, and the duration of the program, typically throughout the month of June. For the three weeks that students are living in the dorms, the Assistant Director's daily schedule and time off will vary. The Assistant Director is on call at all times, though, to assist with emergencies, should any arise.

Minimum Required Education and Skills

Completed bachelor's degree
Previous experience working with adolescents
Ability to communicate effectively and positively with students, families, and other staff
Strong organizational skills
Exceptional customer service skills

Preferred Education and Skills

Completed graduate degree in education, counseling, or related field
Previous leadership experience in education/camp setting
Experience providing exceptional customer service

Applications must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Job Responsibilities

Complete all required trainings and job-specific assignments prior to working with students
Assist the Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs in the logistical operations of the program, which includes student arrival, orientation sessions for parents and students, and student check-out as well as daily programming when students are staying in the dorms
Troubleshoot any issues that arise during the day-to-day running of the program
Respond to concerns from students, staff, and parents in a positive and constructive manner
Be a visible presence to students, faculty, and staff throughout the program
Meet regularly with the residential staff to plan and implement evening and weekend activities for students that align with Baylor TIP's mission and goals
Collaborate with the Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs to provide training and support to staff
Develop duty schedules for residential staff and provide oversight and support as needed
Ensure that staff are actively supervising students to ensure their safety and well-being
Adhere to and enforce all safety and risk management policies
Collaborate with the TIP leadership team to resolve any student disciplinary issues or concerns in an appropriate manner that aligns with TIP's mission and policies
Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
Ensure staff complete all tasks required for effectively starting and closing the assignment (returning supplies that belong to Baylor, reporting any property damage that occurred during the activity, etc.)
Assist in providing final evaluations for staff and the program as a whole
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission and the mission of Baylor TIP
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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