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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for residence life office assistant in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Residence Life Office Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic administrative abilities, often supported by experience in office environments or relevant coursework. Familiarity with office software like Microsoft Office Suite, campus management systems, and standard office equipment is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure efficient office operations, accurate record-keeping, and positive interactions with students and staff in a busy residence life environment.

What are Residence Life Office Assistants?

Residence Life Office Assistants are student employees who support the daily operations of a university's residence life office. Their responsibilities typically include answering phones, assisting residents with questions or concerns, processing paperwork, and helping with administrative tasks. They serve as a resource for students living on campus and play a key role in maintaining a welcoming and organized environment. Office Assistants often work closely with Residence Life staff and may also assist with event planning or communication efforts.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a Residence Life Office Assistant?

As a Residence Life Office Assistant, your daily tasks often include greeting and assisting residents and visitors, answering phones, responding to emails, maintaining records, and handling room key checkouts. You may also help coordinate events, support resident advisors, and process work orders or maintenance requests. This role requires strong organizational skills and excellent communication, as you will frequently interact with students, staff, and other campus departments.
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Residence Life Office Assistant

Residence Life Office Assistant

Chatham University

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$9/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Chatham University rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

254th of 611 rated colleges and universities

Job description

We value our students! If you see an open position that is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Position Overview and Responsibilities:
The Residence Life Office Assistant, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Housing Operations, will assist with managing the front desk in the Office of Residence Life and are responsible for completing a variety of office functions (i.e., answering the phone, responding to emails, complete assigned projects, etc.). Residence Life Office Assistants also assist with a variety of administrative tasks and residence life services and events to ensure the successful operation of on-campus housing.
The responsibilities of this position included, but are not limited to:
  • Greet all students, parents, families, and guests as they enter the second floor of the Carriage House and direct them as necessary to the appropriate staff members and offices.
  • Answer office phone and respond to questions, while relaying messages to staff members.
  • Check and respond to office emails and voicemail messages.
  • Manage office key processes and potentially test keys in residential spaces on campus.
  • Enter facilities work orders and ensure completion by contacting residents and inspecting spaces.
  • Conduct room inspections, health and safety inspections, damage assessments, and vacancy checks as needed.
  • Assist with the management of the key closet, which includes hanging, inventorying, testing, and preparing keys.
  • Maintain and manage office filing system, which includes organizing and re-organizing existing files.
  • Perform resident lockouts and/or sign out temp keys during assigned office hours.
  • Enforce residence life and university policies.
  • Complete assigned special projects during office hours.
  • Perform other Residence Life Office Assistant related responsibilities or duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:
  • Enrolled as a full-time student for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 term.
  • Available to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The exact schedule will be determined once Residence Life Office Assistants are hired.
  • Must be in good standing with the University, which includes having no academic, financial, medical, or student conduct holds on your student account. Any staff member that receives university academic probation at Chatham University will not be eligible to continue in this role, per university guidelines and restrictions.
  • Have not outstanding holds, such as financial, medical, academic, or student conduct holds.
  • Adhere to the Chatham University Student Honor Code and Residential Policies & Procedures outlined in the Student Handbook and Terms & Conditions of Residency throughout their term of employment.

Position Compensation:
$9.00 per hour. Specific hours per week will be determined after the schedule is completed. Office Assistants cannot work more than 10 hours per week maximum.
Term of Service
The Residence Life Office Assistant-Summer 2026 starts on August 17, 2026 and concludes at the end of the day on April 30, 2027.
Summary:
It is essential that each Residence Life Office Assistant perform all expectations listed in this position description and be able to meet all position requirements. If a staff member does not fulfill the responsibilities of the position, that staff member will be subject to a disciplinary review to address or correct the performance issue(s) or may be terminated from their Residence Life Office Assistant position.
All current student employees should notify their other manager(s) if you work multiple jobs on campus at the same time. Additionally, students may not work more than 20 hours per week (combined between all campus jobs) during the academic year. Students may not exceed 980 work hours per calendar year.
Student jobs do not automatically roll over to the next academic year or summer.
Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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