60 Resident director jobs in Columbus, OH


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To become a resident director, you need a bachelor’s degree, though some schools prefer candidates who have a master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, or a related field. All resident director positions require previous experience in student affairs, student counseling, or managing residence halls, so start your career while still in college by organizing campus activities, acquiring a position in the student counseling center, or becoming a resident assistant (RA). Take on leadership roles while working to gain administrative and management experience. Once you have completed your degrees, seek resident director roles at colleges and universities.

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Top Types Of Resident Director Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Resident Director positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Umd

    Salary range: $31,000 - $36,000

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  • Director Of International Admissions

    Salary range: $50,000 - $75,000

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  • Housing Residence Life

    Salary range: $38,000 - $53,000

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  • Director Multicultural Affairs

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  • Summer Resident Advisor

    Salary range: $40,000 - $65,500

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  • Residence Hall Director Christian

    Salary range: $36,500 - $51,000

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    Salary range: $99,500 - $152,000

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    Salary range: $74,000 - $131,500

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  • University Partnership

    Salary range: $82,500 - $83,000

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  • Residence Hall Director

    Salary range: $36,500 - $51,000

    As a residence hall director, the students living in your hall are your biggest priority. You play an essential role in student development by building a healthy community, interacting with students, and working with other programs and communities to make your hall and campus a safe and healthy place to live. In addition to managing student life housing operations, which includes emergency management, your duties may also include managing student workers. Typically, you perform your duties full-time as well as in an on-call fashion, which means you are available at all times during those periods. Your precise responsibilities depend on your institution’s Code of Conduct and related documentation.