Dormitory Operations Manager — Lead Housing & Safety

Career Opportunities; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401k with match

Paid vacation & sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Critical illness coverage

Accident insurance

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Job summary

Career Opportunities in Charleston, SC seeks a Dormitory Manager to lead all dormitory housekeeping and guest services for up to 750 resident students. The role ensures a safe, clean and welcoming environment aligned with training mission and departmental policies.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of dormitory or lodging management experience, proven leadership and strong organizational skills, with a focus on safety, cleanliness and customer service in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent experience managing commercial or institutional housekeeping operations.
• Proven ability to manage staffing, inventory and daily operations in a multi-building dormitory or lodging setting.
• Working knowledge of cleaning chemicals, housekeeping procedures and safety regulations.
• Ability to lead and motivate large teams across shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Excellent organizational, communication and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in English and basic computer operations (email, scheduling, spreadsheets).

Responsibilities

• Manage overall dormitory operations across all buildings, ensuring high-quality housing services for student comfort, safety and training readiness.
• Plan, schedule and oversee housekeeping, laundry, janitorial services, dormitory desk operations and student registration activities.
• Supervise dormitory staff, ensuring adequate staffing and coverage 24/7 where required.
• Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and adjust staffing based on forecasted population and requirements.
• Oversee student registration and housing operations, including room assignments and coordination with Visitor Control Center.
• Maintain dormitory records, logs, inventory tracking, keys, linens and equipment reporting.

Skills

Staff leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

English proficiency

Job description

Career Opportunities in Charleston, SC seeks a Dormitory Manager to lead all dormitory housekeeping and guest services for up to 750 resident students. The role ensures a safe, clean and welcoming environment aligned with training mission and departmental policies.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of dormitory or lodging management experience, proven leadership and strong organizational skills, with a focus on safety, cleanliness and customer service in a fast-paced setting.