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College of the Holy Cross

Resident Director

Worcester, MA · On-site

$46.50K/yr

Train, supervise and evaluate a student staff team (which may include Resident Assistants (RAs), Head Resident Assistants (HRAs), and student office assistants). Conduct weekly group staff meetings ...

Assumption University

Resident Director

Worcester, MA · On-site

$45K - $49K/yr

Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs), including one Head Resident Assistant. * Assist in RA recruitment, selection, and training processes. Community Engagement ...

Assumption University

Resident Director

Worcester, MA · On-site

Supervise, support, and evaluate a team of Resident Assistants (RAs), including one Head Resident Assistant. * Assist in RA recruitment, selection, and training processes. Community Engagement ...

Allegheny

Residence Life Coordinator

Meadville, PA

$35.57K/yr

Directly supervise and support Head Resident Advisors (HRAs) and Resident Advisors (RAs) through regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and professional development. Foster a positive ...

Sou

(Pool) SOU Native Youth Program

Ashland, OR

$15.50 - $40/hr

The Head Resident must model responsible behavior including punctuality, appropriate attire, focus on the task at hand, and conflict mediation. People skills, ability to oversee college students and ...

Allegheny

Residence Life Coordinator

Meadville, PA · On-site

$35.57K/yr

Directly supervise and support Head Resident Advisors (HRAs) and Resident Advisors (RAs) through regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and professional development. Foster a positive ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for head resident in the United States is $65,414.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Head Resident, you need leadership abilities, conflict resolution skills, and prior experience in residential life, often supported by enrollment in a degree program and prior resident assistant experience. Familiarity with incident reporting systems, residence management software, and emergency protocols is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and organizational skills help you build community and support diverse student needs. These abilities ensure a safe, inclusive, and well-managed living environment for residents.

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As a Head Resident, you may encounter challenges such as resolving conflicts among residents, balancing administrative duties with community-building activities, and ensuring compliance with residence policies. Effectively managing these challenges often requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Building positive relationships with both residents and staff, staying organized, and seeking support from campus resources can help you navigate these responsibilities successfully.

What are Head Residents?

Head Residents are experienced student leaders or staff members who oversee residence halls or student housing communities at colleges or universities. They are responsible for supervising Resident Assistants (RAs), supporting students, enforcing housing policies, and fostering a safe and inclusive living environment. Head Residents often serve as a liaison between residents and university administration, and they may also coordinate events and respond to emergencies. Their leadership helps maintain a positive and supportive campus community.
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Summer Academic Institute Head Resident Advisor

Summer Academic Institute Head Resident Advisor

Skidmore College

Saratoga Springs, NY • On-site

$4.10K/wk

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Skidmore College rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

238th of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Description
The Head Resident Advisor plays a key leadership role within the five-week Summer Academic Institute, working under the direction of Opportunity Program staff and the Resident Director to help create a safe, structured, and supportive residential learning environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist the RD with all student staff oversight.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of instruction on academic, social, cultural, and recreational expectations during the afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
  • Maintain an environment conducive to learning while providing personal, social, and academic peer counseling to participants.
  • Supervise and mentor Teaching Assistants (TAs) in delivering student support.
  • Conduct nightly rounds to ensure the safety of all residents.
  • Enforce program policies, practices, and procedures to uphold a structured and inclusive residential community.
  • Serve as a first responder to crisis and emergency situations within the residence halls, particularly when the RD is unavailable.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings.
  • Manages and supports an assigned caseload/pod of students through regular check-ins and engagement.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the lead advisor to RAs when the RD is unavailable.
  • Coordinate TAs and manage the tracking of tutoring sessions for required program reporting.
  • Organize daily staff meetings before tutorial sessions and attend tutorial sessions.
  • Assist with record-keeping and administrative tasks as delegated by the RD.
  • Attend daily tutorial sessions.
  • Maintain a quiet educational setting during evening tutoring hours.

Position Details:
  • Schedule: Live-in position for the five-week summer program, including weekends, and one week of training prior to the start of the SAI. Move-in: June 21st. Start date: June 22nd-August 2nd, 2025.
  • Benefits: Room & Board included.
  • Training: Required participation in virtual onboarding and one-week on-campus staff training before the program begins. Additionally, the Resident Director is expected to connect with the Assistant Director of Student Outreach at least once prior to the start of official training to ensure they are fully prepared to support and help facilitate the summer staff training process.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Education, Social Science, Humanities, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a master's program in Higher Education or a related field.
  • Residential Life experience.
  • Preference will be given to applicants with a valid driver's license.

Application Requirements:
Online application
Cover letter
Resume
List of three references
Compensation: $4,104
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
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