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Resident Director

Athens, OH · On-site

$43K - $62K/yr

Resident Directors will be assigned summer assignments for approximately two months each calendar year. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES SUPERVISION : * Train, supervise, and evaluate a Graduate Resident ...

MIIS Summer Resident Assistant

Monterey, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

The Summer Resident Assistant (RA) is a graduate student staff member within the Office of Residential Life who reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life. The Summer RA supports a safe ...

MIIS Summer Resident Assistant

Monterey, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

The Summer Resident Assistant (RA) is a graduate student staff member within the Office of Residential Life who reports to the Assistant Director of Residential Life. The Summer RA supports a safe ...

The Resident Director is charged with shaping the environment and experiences of residential ... Perform administrative duties associated with summer projects and assignments. * Fulfill other ...

The Resident Director is charged with shaping the environment and experiences of residential ... Perform administrative duties associated with summer projects and assignments. * Fulfill other ...

Completes weekly visual checks of the residence areas, especially throughout the summer months to ... In managing the residence hall, provides direct supervision to their Resident Assistant staff.

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How much do summer resident director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer resident director 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.

What is a summer resident director?

A Summer Resident Director (SRD) is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a residence hall or housing community during the summer term. They manage residential staff, ensure student safety, coordinate programming, and address any concerns or conflicts that arise. SRDs often work with summer program participants, interns, or conference guests. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a summer resident director?

As a Summer Resident Director, your daily responsibilities generally include overseeing the safety and well-being of residents, managing student conduct issues, coordinating community-building events, and ensuring compliance with housing policies. You act as the primary point of contact for students, providing support and addressing concerns as they arise. Additionally, you often supervise a team of resident assistants, facilitate staff meetings, and respond to emergencies or facility issues. This role requires flexibility, as you may need to be available outside standard business hours to address urgent matters.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the summer resident director position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Summer Resident Director, you typically need experience in student supervision, conflict resolution, and program coordination, often supported by a background in higher education, student affairs, or a related field. Familiarity with residence life software, incident reporting systems, and emergency protocols is beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, leadership, and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff are key soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive residential community during the busy summer months.

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Infographic showing various Summer Resident Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,414 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

Resident Director

Athens, OH • On-site


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Job description

Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Resident Director
Applications Accepted From
University Wide, Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is being posted internally and to the public simultaneously in order to expedite the posting process.
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: Current resume, Cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
2016485T
Department Summary
The Resident Director is a twelve-month live-in administrative contract position within the Department of Housing & Residence Life and reports directly to an Assistant Director of Housing & Residence Life. The Resident Director directly supervises and coordinates the development of a residential community comprised of 200-600 residents. Resident Directors will either supervise a Graduate Resident Director and indirectly oversee their assigned building of 100-600 residents or oversee a collateral assignment rather than supervise a Graduate Resident Director. Resident Directors will be assigned summer assignments for approximately two months each calendar year.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
SUPERVISION:
  • Train, supervise, and evaluate a Graduate Resident Director (contingent on building/complex assignment) T
  • Train, supervise, and evaluate the Assistant Resident Director and Resident Assistants
  • Assist in the recruitment, selection, and training of professional, graduate and student staff
  • Hold regular supervision meetings with all supervisees and weekly staff meetings for in-hall student staff
  • Participate in weekly department meetings, including but not limited to Residence Life meetings and Green meetings
  • Oversee a collateral assignment (contingent on building/complex assignment)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/ EDUCATIONAL/ACADEMIC INITIATIVES:
  • Facilitate staff member's use of roommate and community agreements to identify student expectations and methods of holding each other accountable
  • Co-advise hall/complex councils and their programming efforts
  • Conduct wellness checks of students in collaboration with the Dean of Students office to ensure the well-being of the students
  • Identify and address the developmental needs of students through educational interactions, crisis response protocol, and mediations
  • Demonstrate commitment to the development of students and advise them in the broad areas of academic, career, and personal concerns or refer them to the appropriate office
  • Consistently enforce University and residence hall regulations through conversations with students, educational sanctioning, and effective communication with the Office of Community Standards and Student Responsibility
  • Serve as a hearing officer for cases involving violations of residence hall and University policies

LEADERSHIP/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
  • Support the Division of Student Affairs mission and promote its initiatives and goals
  • Participate in a departmental team, steering committees, or project groups
  • Participate in departmental and divisional training on an annual basis
  • Participate in departmental meetings, professional development series and any mandatory professional development events sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs

ADMINISTRATION/ORGANIZATION:
  • Coordinate and oversee the administrative responsibilities of the building/complex including housing room changes, damage billing, community incident reports, conduct paperwork, etc.
  • Facilitate Move In and Checkout processes for fall and spring semesters
  • Oversee and audit building/complex keys
  • Manage the building/complex and hall/complex council budget
  • Hold weekly office hours for student and student staff walk-ins
  • Communicate facility and maintenance issues and share student needs and recommendations
  • Respond to crises, incidents, and facility needs that may arise in residential community during work hours and after work hours.
  • Provide on-call crisis response and staff support for a green area serving approximately 2,500-3,000 students through the duty rotation
  • Coordinate Environmental Health & Safety Inspections with student staff
  • Be timely and accurate with all database updates, paperwork, and other reporting methods

SUMMER ASSIGNMENT:
  • Resident Directors take on a summer departmental collateral that will support several functions of HRL summer priorities
  • Staff members are expected to provide leadership for their assignments in the summer.
  • Provide on-call crisis response and staff support for summer school, Bobcat Student Orientation guests and Summer Conference guests.

https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/57475
Position Profile
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Responsible for the direction of residence hall operations for students. May administer off-campus housing programs.
Level Summary
Performs professional-level work that involves basic, operational problem-solving. Independently resolves day-to-day issues and executes clearly defined tasks. Provides data analysis and informational insights to support decision-making.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May supervise student employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving
Solves routine problems with defined processes and guidance.
Independence of Action
Works under close supervision.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with peers and follows guidance from supervisor.
Physical Requirements
This is a live-in position within a university residence hall. The Resident Director must reside in an assigned on-campus apartment and maintain regular visibility within the residential community. Work occurs in both the office and residential settings and involves frequent interaction with students. The role requires mobility throughout residence halls, extended computer use, and the ability to respond to emergies. Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and less than 3 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Department
Residence Life West Green
Pay Rate
Commensurate with education and years of experience.
  • Paid Holidays, sick time, personal time, tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents
  • Health, prescription, vision,dental and life insurance
  • An excellent retirement plan including company contributions
  • Paid parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more
    • additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu./hr/benefits/

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Pay Grade
CA&P|15|
Pay Range
$43,888-$62,459
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family
Student Affairs
Job Sub Family
Student Housing
Job Level
IC1
Job Open Date
08/19/2026
Posting End Date
09/09/2026
Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
40 hrs a week. Typically, Monday-Friday 8-5: however, some evenings/weekend work may be required in support of department/division/university priorities.
Months
12 month
Campus
Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Jennifer Maskiell, flowersj@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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