Role & responsibilities
Female Hostel Warden
Organization: ITS Engineering College
Location: Greater Noida
Department: Hostel Administration
Designation: Female Hostel Warden
Reporting To: Hostel In-charge
1. Job Summary
ITS Educational Group is looking for a responsible, disciplined, and approachable Female Hostel Warden to manage the day-to-day operations of the girls' hostel. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining discipline, ensuring the safety and well-being of female students, supervising hostel facilities, and providing a secure, supportive, and comfortable living environment.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Hostel Administration and Management
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the girls' hostel and ensure smooth functioning.
- Maintain student records, room allotment details, attendance registers, and hostel documentation.
- Ensure compliance with hostel rules, regulations, timings, and institutional policies.
- Monitor student entry and exit, including leave applications and out-pass permissions.
- Maintain records of visitors and ensure that entry is permitted only as per institutional guidelines.
- Coordinate with the Administration Department regarding hostel requirements, maintenance, and other operational matters.
B. Student Safety, Security and Discipline
- Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all female hostel residents.
- Conduct regular hostel rounds to monitor discipline, cleanliness, and adherence to hostel timings.
- Address student grievances, interpersonal conflicts, and disciplinary issues fairly and professionally.
- Ensure that unauthorized persons do not enter the hostel premises.
- Maintain vigilance and respond promptly to emergencies, including medical situations and security concerns.
- Report serious incidents, misconduct, or safety concerns immediately to the competent authority.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling students' personal information and sensitive matters.
C. Student Welfare and Counselling
- Maintain a supportive and approachable relationship with students.
- Listen to students' concerns and provide appropriate guidance within the scope of the role.
- Coordinate with parents or guardians, as required and as per institutional policy.
- Facilitate communication between students and the Administration Department.
- Ensure that students follow appropriate standards of conduct and mutual respect.
- Escalate cases requiring professional counselling, medical attention, or disciplinary intervention to the appropriate authority.
D. Housekeeping and Facility Management
- Supervise housekeeping, sanitation, and cleanliness in hostel rooms, washrooms, corridors, and common areas.
- Coordinate with housekeeping, maintenance, security, and other support staff.
- Monitor the availability and proper functioning of water supply, electricity, furniture, and other hostel facilities.
- Report repair requirements and follow up on their timely resolution.
- Monitor mess and dining arrangements, food hygiene, and service quality, wherever applicable.
- Ensure proper use and care of hostel property and institutional assets.
E. Attendance and Reporting
- Maintain daily student attendance and records of absences, late returns, and approved leave.
- Prepare periodic reports on hostel occupancy, discipline, complaints, and operational issues.
- Maintain incident registers and ensure timely reporting to the reporting authority.
- Monitor compliance with hostel curfew and movement policies.
- Submit regular updates and reports to the Head Administration / Hostel In-charge.
F. Emergency and Health Management
- Coordinate immediate assistance in case of illness, injury, or other emergencies.
- Inform the appropriate institutional authority and parents/guardians, wherever required, in accordance with institutional procedures.
- Familiarize herself with emergency exits, fire safety equipment, evacuation procedures, and emergency contact numbers.
- Coordinate with security and medical personnel to ensure timely assistance.
- Maintain appropriate records of incidents and action taken.
3. Educational Qualification
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
- A degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Social Work, Psychology, or Administration will be an added advantage.
4. Experience
- Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in hostel administration, residential school management, college hostel operations, or student welfare.
- Experience managing a girls' hostel in an educational institution will be preferred.
- Fresh graduates with strong administrative and communication skills may be considered for suitable positions.
5. Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong administrative, organizational, and coordination skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain discipline while remaining approachable and empathetic.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle student grievances and confidential matters sensitively.
- Basic computer knowledge, including MS Word, Excel, email, and record management.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.
- High standards of integrity, responsibility, and professionalism.
6. Working Conditions
- The position is based at the girls' hostel of ITS Educational Group, Greater Noida.
- The candidate must be willing to work in a residential hostel environment.
- Availability during designated hostel duty hours, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies as per the duty roster, may be required.
- Staying on campus or in designated hostel accommodation may be required, depending on institutional policy.
7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Effective management of daily hostel operations.
- Compliance with hostel rules, student attendance, and entry/exit procedures.
- Maintenance of a safe, disciplined, and hygienic hostel environment.
- Timely resolution and escalation of student complaints.
- Proper maintenance of records and submission of reports.
- Effective coordination with Administration, Security, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and other departments.
- Positive student welfare and hostel service standards.
8. Personal Attributes
The candidate should be disciplined, trustworthy, patient, approachable, proactive, and capable of managing students responsibly while maintaining professional boundaries.