Student and Campus Life Community Coordinator

Socket.dev; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

College-provided apartment

Job summary

Albright College in Reading, PA seeks a live-on, full-time Residential Life professional to foster an inclusive, engaging campus environment. You will build relationships with students, promote belonging in residence halls, support retention, and serve as a trusted, visible presence across campus.

The role includes supervising RAs, crisis response, housing operations, and coordinating student life events. A Bachelor's degree and experience with diverse populations are required; on-campus housing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, demonstrated commitment to student-centered service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse student populations.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Live among students and promote belonging within residence halls.
• Supervise, train, and mentor Resident Assistants (RAs).
• Collaborate on retention initiatives and campus-wide programs.
• Coordinate housing operations, club events, and student activities.
• Maintain records and respond to crises with on-call support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Diversity & inclusion experience

Evenings & weekends availability

Student-centered service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Summary

• Live-on, full-time professional role responsible for fostering an inclusive, engaging, and welcoming campus environment.
• Builds strong relationships with students and promotes belonging within the residence halls and through campus-wide initiatives.
• Supports student retention, personal development, and academic success by serving as a visible, accessible, and trusted presence.
• Ideal for individuals passionate about student development, community-building, and supporting diverse learners in a small liberal arts setting.
• Lives in a college-provided apartment and collaborates across campus to ensure every student feels at home at Albright.

Key Responsibilities

Community Development & Student Retention

• Build strong, inclusive residential communities by living among students and offering direct support.
• Identify and assist students at risk of disengagement or departure.
• Collaborate with the Student Success Coach to coordinate early outreach and retention-focused interventions.
• Develop community-building initiatives that strengthen belonging and foster connections with peers, faculty, and staff.
• Engage campus and community partners to enhance student well-being and the overall residential experience.

Residential Life

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of Resident Assistants (RAs).
• Participate in the professional on-call rotation for crisis response and emergency support.
• Assist with key housing operations, including move-in/move-out, room inspections, and facilities follow-up.
• Uphold community standards to maintain a safe, respectful, and academically supportive living environment.
• Maintain consistent visibility and approachability within the residence halls.

Student Engagement & Programming

• Plan and implement co-curricular events that promote involvement, leadership, and community—especially evenings and weekends.
• Advise and support student clubs and organizations on budgeting, leadership development, and event planning.
• Coordinate major student life events (e.g., Welcome Week, Homecoming, multicultural and mission-based celebrations).
• Promote campus events through effective communication strategies and social media engagement.

Administrative & Professional Development

• Maintain accurate records for residence life, incident reporting, and student programming.
• Attend departmental meetings, trainings, and campus initiatives supporting student success and retention.
• Contribute to a collaborative, innovative Student and Campus Life team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to student-centered service and inclusive community-building.
• Must live on campus in a college-provided apartment.
• At least one year of post graduate experience in residential life, student leadership, or peer mentorship.

Preferred

• Familiarity with event planning, student development theory, mental health and wellness, and residence hall operations.
• Interest in supporting special student populations (e.g., international, commuter, first-generation students).