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Sugar Bowl Academy

Director of Residential Life

CA · On-site

$70K/yr

The Director of Residential Life lives in the residential hall setting and supervises all student ... Manage dorm food and prepare meals, with lead from SBA Head Chef * Supervise residential life staff ...

Chugach Government Solutions

Residential Advisor

Gadsden, AL · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

Supervise, direct, and monitor dorm and student activities, as designated, including dorm government and peer court. * Assist with dorm and recreational activities both on and off Center. * Transport ...

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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for dorm director in the United States is $80,014.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dorm Director vs Resident Advisor?

AspectDorm DirectorResident Advisor
CredentialsTypically requires a college degree, sometimes experience in student affairs or housingUsually undergraduate students with leadership experience, no formal credentials required
Work EnvironmentCampus housing, administrative offices, overseeing multiple dormsResidence halls, student rooms, peer interactions
ResponsibilitiesSupervises staff, manages housing operations, enforces policies, handles emergenciesMentors residents, plans activities, enforces residence hall rules

In summary, a Dorm Director typically holds a professional role with administrative responsibilities and required credentials, overseeing housing operations. In contrast, a Resident Advisor is a peer leader focused on community building and student support without formal credentials.

What are Dorm Directors?

Dorm Directors, also known as Residence Hall Directors or Residence Life Coordinators, are professionals responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of college or university residence halls. They ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive living environment for students by supervising resident advisors, enforcing policies, and providing guidance to residents. Dorm Directors often coordinate programming and activities, address student concerns, and respond to emergencies. They play a key role in fostering a positive residential community and supporting student development outside the classroom.

What are some common challenges Dorm Directors face and how can they effectively manage them?

Dorm Directors often encounter challenges such as resolving conflicts between residents, enforcing community standards, and responding to crises or emergencies. Effective management involves strong communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. Building rapport with residents and collaborating closely with Resident Assistants and campus security can help address issues proactively and maintain a positive living experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dorm Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dorm Director, you need a background in student affairs, counseling, or education, often supported by a bachelor's degree and experience in residence life. Familiarity with housing management systems, incident reporting tools, and conflict resolution protocols is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, leadership, and crisis management abilities help build a positive residential community and support student well-being. These skills ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment that fosters student development and addresses issues promptly.
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Infographic showing various Dorm Director job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,014 per year, or $38.5 per hour.
Director of Sales & Marketing

Director of Sales & Marketing

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

Miami Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 106 rated hotels

Job description

Why We're Here
We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people who work here.
Our founder, Bill Kimpton rebelled against impersonal, generic hospitality that makes people feel disconnected. He initiated a new boutique hotel standard and environment where people could connect, from the heart. That was the goal then, and it is still our purpose today.
Your work here has meaning. You're here to improve the lives of coworkers, guests, owners, communities, and together we make that happen. It's what drives all that we do. Every day you can improve lives in your own, unique way and you can expect the same in return. It all starts with you.
How We're Different
Our San Francisco-born entrepreneurial spirit and zest for life kick started this culture in 1981, and it shines through to this day.
It all flows from you. The lively, rebellious, genuine you - with your diverse background, talents, experiences, and plucky personality - is fully welcome, and celebrated here. Because we know that when people can be themselves at work, they shine.
That's what we seek out and celebrate. It's people of all kinds who share a knack for creativity and self-leadership. People who don't need to be told what to do to get things done. People who have an innate passion for making others' lives better.
It adds up to a work environment that's a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional. Guests feel it; you'll feel it too.
What You'll Do
In this role, you'll use your knowledge of regional trends, actively respond to financial performance, provide strategic direction for the sales teams, and ensure achievement of Kimpton's short and long term goals. Direct and lead your team to achieve budgeted top-line revenues. Accountable for Sales and Marketing budget to assure appropriate spend. Act as the hotel ambassador by establishing relationships with the community to increase the hotel's exposure. Work tactically with the Director of Revenue Management (DORM), Digital Marketing, and Public Relations teams to ensure a strategically symbolic relationship between all disciplines.
Some of your responsibilities include:
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to the sales team, continually assessing their strengths and challenges.
  • Develop marketing and PR initiatives to support sales strategies and activities.
  • Establishes a sense of urgency with the team to understand and anticipate needs.
  • Responsible for working directly with the Regional Director of Sales + Marketing (RDSM) and General Manager in building a clear and credible vision for the hotel.
  • Handles specific accounts assigned by the RDSM.
  • Handles assigned market segment based upon experience and depth of contact base to benefit the hotel.
  • Knowledgeable of competitive set and recommends sales/pricing strategies, service, and product improvements to stay competitive.
  • Responsible for achieving the group rooms and catering revenue budget for hotel.
  • Align with the People & Culture Department (HR), structures, and systems to achieve strategic goals and maximize all revenues.
  • Consistently reviews shifts in market mix with revenue and operations teams and makes deployment/pricing recommendations.
  • Work with IHG Corporate Sellers to communicate specific account needs to impact revenues.
  • Responsible for appropriate identification of key markets and supporting deployment and travel schedule strategies.
  • Responsible for directing all Public Relations efforts including management of the Public Relations firm and collaboration with the Kimpton Home Office PR team.
  • Develop appropriate revenue/production goals with the RDSM's support and approval.
  • Works with DORM and Director of Catering on monthly, quarterly, and annual rooms, budgets, and forecasting.
  • Responsible for management of departmental budgets including forecasting monthly expenses and explanation of variances on P&L.
  • Pulls and analyzes relevant data to develop and recommend appropriate actions.
  • Assist with individual quarterly action plans and quarterly Kimpton Check-Ins for your team.
  • Ensure that accurate and detailed notes/traces of accounts are maintained via Opera and Delphi databases.

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration or Business preferred.
  • 5 years of sales experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, and working knowledge of Delphi sales software, Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau etc.
  • Ability to encourage, lead and develop a team by example.
  • Well organized, detail oriented with excellent follow-up and communication skills.
  • Ability to convert vision into specific and tangible actions.
  • Ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people, while exhibiting a consistent level of integrity.
  • Ability to adapt rapidly to evolving market dynamics and needs.

Differences make a difference. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects the diversity of our hotel and restaurant guests. With that goal in mind, we encourage each of our employees to understand, accept, and celebrate differences among people. That includes different personalities, lifestyles, work styles, education, and experience. We also welcome and embrace people of all races, ethnicities, ages, religions, physical abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities and genders. For our complete EEO policy click here.
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Be Yourself. Lead Yourself. Make it Count.

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