Residence Life Coordinator

GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Residence Life Coordinator to oversee student life in a vibrant community. This full-time, live-in position offers a unique opportunity to guide and support students in their personal growth while managing a dynamic residential environment. Responsibilities include supervising staff, addressing student needs, and fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere. With competitive compensation and benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about student development and community building. Join a team committed to equity and inclusion, and make a lasting impact on the lives of students.

Benefits

Full benefits

Live-in accommodation

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for summer employment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field is required.
• Experience in a supervisory or counseling role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise students in non-academic areas.
• Manage crises and emergencies, serving as a first responder.
• Provide counsel to students on interpersonal issues.

Skills

Crisis Management

Conflict Management

Interpersonal Skills

Supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Company/Organization: South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics

Location: South Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics

Responsibilities:

• Direct, guide, and supervise students in all non-academic areas.
• Provide counsel to students on an individual and group basis to include interpersonal issues, conflict management, and community living.
• Supervise two resident assistants directly and 10 others indirectly.
• Set guidelines for acceptable behavior, interpret and enforce GSSM policies, and address students who violate community standards.
• Support community building, personal growth, and development for all residents. Provide developmental programming for students using the Residential Curriculum and student needs.
• Communicate with parents and guardians as needed. Prepare wellness reports and regularly update parents regarding their student's progress.
• Manage crises, conflicts, and emergencies in coordination with the Department of Public Safety and GSSM Security. This includes serving as a first responder for building emergencies, often accompanying students to medical appointments and/or emergency rooms.
• Administer discipline, when necessary, investigate minor infractions, and enter information into the database.
• Maintain regular office hours and on-call duties that include monitoring the building, the sign-out system, and nightly room and safety checks.
• Communicate facility-related issues by placing work requests in a timely manner and following up as required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

The Residence Life Coordinator is a full-time live-in 10-month position with the state of South Carolina that is paid over 12 months with full benefits, including an apartment with amenities. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and unique qualifications. There are also potential opportunities for employment during the summer months.

Minimum and Additional Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:
At a minimum, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a human service-related field and comparable experience.

Applications should also include the following: application cover letter and resume attachments.

Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Additional Comments:

The SC Governor's School of Science and Mathematics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

GSSM understands the importance and impact of diversity and a commitment toward equity and inclusion toward our future growth.