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How much do resident coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for resident coordinator in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a resident coordinator?

Resident Coordinators are professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations and well-being of residents in facilities such as student housing, assisted living communities, or residential programs. They act as the primary point of contact for residents, addressing concerns, managing conflicts, and organizing community activities. Additionally, Resident Coordinators ensure that policies are followed, safety standards are maintained, and residents have access to necessary resources and support. Their role is essential for fostering a positive and supportive living environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a resident coordinator?

To thrive as a Resident Coordinator, you need strong organizational, administrative, and conflict resolution skills, often supported by a degree in hospitality, property management, or a related field. Familiarity with property management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and communication platforms is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities help you stand out when engaging with residents and addressing their concerns. These competencies are important for fostering a positive living environment, ensuring smooth operations, and maintaining high resident satisfaction.

How does a resident coordinator typically collaborate with other departments or stakeholders within a residential facility?

A Resident Coordinator plays a central role in facilitating communication between residents, staff, and external partners such as maintenance teams, social workers, or healthcare providers. They often coordinate meetings, relay resident concerns to management, and ensure that support services are delivered efficiently. This collaborative approach helps maintain a positive living environment and addresses any issues promptly. Effective teamwork and clear communication are key to success in this role.

What is the difference between Resident Coordinator vs Resident Assistant?

AspectResident CoordinatorResident Assistant
Required credentialsTypically college degree, sometimes certifications in student affairs or housingUsually undergraduate students, minimal formal credentials
Work environmentCampus housing, administrative officesResidence halls, student living areas
Employer and industry usageUniversities, colleges, student housing departmentsUniversities, colleges, student housing programs

Resident Coordinators generally hold more formal education and oversee multiple residence halls or housing programs, focusing on administrative and managerial tasks. Resident Assistants are typically students who provide peer support and community building within a specific residence hall. The main difference lies in their responsibilities, credentials, and level of authority within campus housing.

How much do resident coordinators make?

Resident coordinators typically earn a median annual salary of around $40,000 to $60,000, depending on experience, location, and the organization. They often require strong communication and organizational skills and may work full-time hours, including evenings and weekends.

What do resident coordinators do?

Resident coordinators oversee the daily operations of residential facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and resident satisfaction. They coordinate staff, handle resident issues, enforce policies, and may organize community activities, often requiring strong communication and organizational skills.
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Infographic showing various Resident Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,664 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Resident Coordinator

Cardinal Group Managment

State College, PA • On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


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Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

POSITION: Resident Coordinator
COMPENSATION: Non-Exempt / Hourly


SUMMARY

The Resident Coordinator will reward your people skills, sales experience, high energy, positive attitude and excellent performance with great earnings possibilities and outstanding advancement opportunities. The incumbent strives for 100% occupancy through retention of existing residents, leasing current availability and pre-leasing of future availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Including but not limited to)

        Be an ambassador for customer service by consistently going above and beyond to ensure that Cardinal customers are satisfied.

        Utilize the Cardinal Way of Leasing by:

o   Warmly greeting prospective clients

o   Answering incoming leasing calls

o   Determining needs and preferences

o   Professionally presenting the community and apartment homes

o   Utilizing feature/benefit selling

o   Closing the sale

o   Following up

o   Using “Gotta Says”

        Earn and maintain a Cardinal Way of Leasing certification by utilizing the CWoL resources available to all team members and passing both in house and third-party shops in congruence with the Cardinal Training Department scoring standards.

        Complete all lease applications and lease file paperwork.

        Maintain accurate lease file documentation in accordance with company policy; participate in lease file audits as assigned by the Community Manager.

        Maintain cleanliness of the tour path to ensure for a positive first impression of the community.

        Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude with team members, residents, prospective residents, and vendors.

        Participate in and assist with planning the community’s Monthly Marketing Plan (MMP).

        Assist with various additional community projects as assigned by the Community Manager.

        Participate in Cardinal U training as required.

 

 

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

        1-2 years of customer service and sales experience.

        Strong communication skills.

        High-energy and enjoys a fast pace environment.

        Enjoys and takes pride in providing excellent service.

        Great with people — warm, friendly and helpful in person and on the phone.

        Basic computer skills: typing and writing ability for correspondence, memos, etc.

        High School Diploma or equivalent.

        Available evenings and weekends.

        Ability to embody the Cardinal Culture and Cardinal Core Values every day.  

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents work both inside and outside of apartment buildings and in all areas of the property including amenities and have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and climb, stoop, or squat. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities and must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited to rain, snow, heat, hail, wind and sleet.

The Team Member must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Rare travel may be required to assist properties as needed, attend training classes or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their Team Leader.


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