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Albany College of Pharmacy

Resident Director

Albany, NY · On-site

$16.20/hr

The 12-month Resident Director (RD) is responsible for the management of Holland Princeton or South ... events. * Assist with summer initiatives designed to reduce summer melt and promote student ...

Albany College of Pharmacy

Resident Director

Albany, NY · On-site

$16.20/hr

The 12-month Resident Director (RD) is responsible for the management of Holland Princeton or South ... events. * Assist with summer initiatives designed to reduce summer melt and promote student ...

Trinity College

Resident Coordinator (RC)

Washington, DC · On-site

$13K/yr

The Resident Coordinator is a part-time, all year around 12-month position. In this role, you'll be ... * Assist with various activities during summer months such as graduation, conference services ...

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How much do summer resident assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer resident assistant in the United States is $16.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Summer Resident Assistant during the summer term?

As a Summer Resident Assistant, your responsibilities usually include welcoming new residents, organizing community-building activities, enforcing residence hall policies, and acting as a point of contact for student concerns. You'll also assist with conflict resolution, respond to emergencies, and collaborate closely with other RAs and professional staff. Summer sessions often bring fast transitions and diverse groups, so adaptability and proactive communication are key. Expect to participate in on-call rotations and provide support during move-ins and move-outs. This role is a great opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork, and crisis management skills in a dynamic environment.

What is a Summer Resident Assistant job?

A Summer Resident Assistant (RA) is a student leader responsible for creating a welcoming and safe living environment for residents during the summer term. Their duties typically include building community, enforcing policies, assisting with conflicts, and planning events. Summer RAs often work with a smaller population than during the academic year and may have unique responsibilities based on their institution's summer programs. This position provides leadership experience, interpersonal skills, and often includes compensation such as housing and/or a stipend.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Summer Resident Assistant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Resident Assistant, you should have leadership skills, crisis management abilities, and a background in student affairs or related experiences, often supported by some training in CPR or first aid. Familiarity with residence life management systems, incident reporting platforms, and basic office software is beneficial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and strong problem-solving abilities help individuals stand out in this role. These skills are vital for creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment for residents during a condensed, high-activity summer term.

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Infographic showing various Summer Resident Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,699 per year, or $16.2 per hour.
Casual Resident Assistant - Our House

Casual Resident Assistant - Our House

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Elmira, NY • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 354 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

503rd of 707 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Overview
Seeking: compassionate individuals looking to help make a difference!
If you are passionate about making a difference in someone's life and want to work for an organization that appreciates and recognizes their employee's success, we encourage you to apply today!
Seeking Casual Resident Assistant on our Elmira Corps Our House Team
Our On Call opportunities offer:
• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Wireless discount for Verizon customers
• Free parking
SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Maintain the operations of Our House. Under the direct supervision of the Director, the Resident Assistant will handle all issues that arises within Our House. They must be willing to work weekends, Holidays, and any shift.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Maintain a close watch on the comings and goings of all clients.
• Maintain the nightly note log, daily case notes.
• Perform all needed testing both breath and urine screens as required and at random.
• Do regular rounds going to all areas of the building both inside and out (make your presence known).
• Fill out all computer forms that are needed.
• Be a liaison between clients and day staff. Refer problems to day staff; House Coordinator, Director.
• Do random inspections of all areas of the house checking for sanitation/safety concerns.
• Perform any assignments left from previous shift Ie: such as getting releases signed...
• Oversee meal prep and kitchen clean-up.
• Prepare the resident chores chart monthly.
• Answer all calls. Have phone available. Make sure all phone calls are answered in a professional manner. Pass on all messages.
• Any emergencies call 911, then the Program Director.
• Monitor all visitations.
• Monitor Security System as instructed every hour at minimum.
• Document in the running note and the individual note as needed.
• Keep all receipts in safe storage.
• Use the Quic Doc system to record incidents
• See that the oven filters are cleaned monthly. Make sure it is documented in the cleaning book.
• See that the air conditioning filters are changed monthly during the summer season.
• Make sure that the linen room is kept in an orderly manner.
• Perform all duties assigned by Director and/or Commanding Officers as required ie:
o Food stamp inventory/receipts
o Statistics
o Order general supplies once a month from selected vendors
Resident Testing
• Collect urine drug screen as instructed
• Give regular breath tests as instructed
• Document finding in the daily case notes
General Conduct
• Avoid all power struggles with Residents
• If help is needed to handle an issue, call the CASAC Staff or Program Director immediately
• Report any incidents relative to general conduct to the CASAC Staff
Qualifications
SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Good communications skills.
• A good understanding of alcoholism and drug addiction.
• A strong willingness to improve self and to help others.
• Must be familiar with and comply with all Federal Confidentiality laws or CFR-42
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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