Federal Dormitory Operations Manager

Dawson Technical, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Job summary

DAWSON seeks a Dormitory Manager to lead all dormitory housing operations for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Charleston, SC. You will supervise housekeeping, laundry, and registration services for up to 750 residents, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and readiness for training.

Responsibilities include scheduling, staff oversight, room assignments, and compliance with SOPs, privacy, and security requirements. A 3+ year track record in large-scale housing operations is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years managing commercial or institutional housekeeping operations at a facility of similar size and complexity.
• Experience leading large teams across shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, housekeeping procedures, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in English and basic computer operations (email, scheduling, spreadsheets).

Responsibilities

• Manage overall dormitory operations across all buildings to deliver high-quality housing that supports student comfort, safety, and readiness.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee housekeeping, laundry, janitorial, desk operations, and student registrations.
• Supervise dormitory staff, ensuring adequate staffing, coverage, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and adjust staffing based on forecast and population.
• Oversee student registration, room assignments, and coordination with Visitor Control Center (VCC).
• Maintain dormitory records, logs, inventory, and reporting.
• Ensure safety, privacy, and compliance with SOPs, policies, and standards.
• Monitor maintenance and facilities issues and coordinate rapid resolution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Job description

DAWSON seeks a Dormitory Manager to lead all dormitory housing operations for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Charleston, SC. You will supervise housekeeping, laundry, and registration services for up to 750 residents, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and readiness for training.

Responsibilities include scheduling, staff oversight, room assignments, and compliance with SOPs, privacy, and security requirements. A 3+ year track record in large-scale housing operations is required.