Senior Residential Advisor (63865)

ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES INC; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates, Inc. in Miami Gardens seeks a Senior Residential Advisor to lead dormitory activities, coordinate residential operations, and support a team of Residential Advisors at the Miami Job Corps Center.

The role emphasizes mentoring young adults, maintaining a safe, structured living environment, and promoting independence and essential life skills for career readiness. You will partner with families and counselors, enforce zero tolerance, and model professional behavior while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of Job Corps experience or related program experience required.
• Advanced degrees preferred.
• Valid in-state driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage dormitory environment and safety.
• Direct daily activities of Residential Advisors.
• Maintain student progress reports and records.
• Coordinate with families and campus counselors.
• Enforce Job Corps Zero Tolerance policy.
• Mentor students and model professional behavior.

Skills

Judgment

Attendance

Overtime

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced degrees preferred

Job description

SENIOR RESIDENTIAL ADVISOR (SRA)

Job Details: Job Location: Miami - Miami Gardens, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $22.44 - $22.44Hourly, Job Category: Other

Adams and Associates, Inc. | Miami Job Corps Center

Lead by Example. Empower Students. Build Futures.

Location: Miami Gardens, Florida

Pay Rate: $22.44 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a compassionate leader who excels at mentoring young adults? Do you want to play a meaningful role in creating a supportive, structured, and vibrant residential environment for students?

Adams and Associates, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Advisor (SRA) to lead dormitory activities, coordinate residential operations, and support a team of Residential Advisors at the Miami Job Corps Center.

In this vital role, you will help maintain a safe and welcoming living environment while mentoring young adults as they develop independence, strengthen essential life skills, and prepare for successful careers.

YOUR IMPACT & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the Dormitory Environment

• Evaluate dormitory conditions and maintain a safe, clean, and organized living environment.
• Conduct student safety patrols and oversee daily cleanup.
• Requisition essential living and safety supplies.

Coordinate Shift Operations

• Direct and coordinate the daily activities of Residential Advisors assigned to your shift.
• Support effective teamwork and ensure smooth, consistent residential operations.

Support Student Progress

• Manage administrative duties, including student leave requests, progress reports, evaluations, and timely updates to the center information system.
• Provide for students’ dormitory living and safety needs.

Partner with Families and Counselors

• Communicate with students’ families to help resolve concerns and address issues.
• Coordinate with campus counselors to promote student well-being and success.

Enforce Zero Tolerance

• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive campus environment.

Model Career Success

• Mentor students by demonstrating appropriate professional behavior.
• Use constructive interventions to monitor and address both positive and negative student behaviors.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Advanced degrees preferred.

Experience

• At least one year of Job Corps experience or related program experience required.

Licensing

• Valid in-state driver’s license preferred.

Professional Skills

• Excellent judgment and decision‑making abilities.
• Reliable attendance and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work overtime when directed to support a 24/7 campus environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and lift up to 40 pounds while working in an active residential building.

WHY CHOOSE ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES

When you join our team, you are choosing a career with a purpose.

At Job Corps, we believe every young person deserves a safe, stable, and encouraging environment where student success begins. As a Senior Residential Advisor, you will be a key part of campus life — serving as a role model, problem‑solver, and trusted source of support for students’ personal growth.

Your leadership can help students build confidence, develop independence, and take meaningful steps toward a brighter future.

Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.