Help shape the student experience at one of K-State's fastest-growing campuses.
Kansas State University Salina is looking for a student-centered, energetic and highly organized professional to serve as Housing & Dining Manager. This is an opportunity to play a visible role in the experience of our students — creating a residential community where students feel connected, supported and engaged both inside and outside the classroom.
The Housing & Dining Manager provides leadership for residence life, student engagement and housing operations on the K-State Salina campus. This position works directly with students, student leaders and campus partners to create a safe, welcoming and engaging residential environment.
The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys working with students, building relationships, solving problems and making things happen. This is a highly visible, hands-on position where no two days are exactly alike.
You will have the opportunity to:
Build a strong residential community
Develop and lead student employees
Manage day-to-day residence life operations
Maintain housing-related records and systems
Manage the residence life budget and support effective use of resources.
Collaborate with campus partners to support student well-being and success.
Look for new and creative ways to increase student engagement and strengthen the sense of belonging on campus
This position is a great fit for someone who:
Enjoys working directly with students and wants their work to have a visible impact.
Builds relationships naturally and is comfortable being a highly visible presence on campus.
Can balance people and process — someone who can have a difficult conversation with a student and then turn around and solve an operational problem.
Takes initiative and doesn't wait to be told what needs to happen.
Stays calm under pressure and can respond effectively when unexpected situations arise.
Enjoys creating community and finding new ways to get students involved.
Can work independently while being an effective campus partner.
K-State Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus is a distinctive part of Kansas State University. Located in Salina, Kansas, approximately 65 miles west of K-State's Manhattan campus, Salina offers a close-knit campus environment with the opportunities and resources of a Big 12 university.
Our campus is centered on innovative learning, real-world experiences and industry connections. Students work alongside faculty and industry partners in fields that are shaping the future of aviation, engineering and technology.
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
Applications close on: October 4, 2026
$42,216.00 - $50,000, depending on qualifications
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives.
Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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