What does a residence director do?

The responsibilities of a residence director include handling administrative and supervisory tasks for a college or university resident hall. In this career, you are in charge of other staff. You discipline students if necessary, help develop educational and social programs, promote the safety of each resident, and provide counseling to enhance residential life for students. You live on-site in the dorms or student housing and participate in student life committees. Your duties may also include helping with hall openings and closings and managing allocated funds for hall programs, student employees, and office supplies. You must prepare reports and maintain records on various subjects, including health concerns and unsatisfactory custodial or maintenance work. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and previous work experience in a related field.