Student and Campus Life Community Coordinator

Albright College; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

College-provided apartment

On-site housing support

Job summary

Albright College seeks a Student and Campus Life Community Coordinator to foster an inclusive, engaging campus environment while living on campus in a college-provided apartment. The role centers on belonging, student support, and collaboration with campus partners to enhance wellbeing and retention.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills, experience with diverse student populations, and flexibility for evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Must live on campus in a college-provided apartment.

Responsibilities

• Live on-site, build inclusive residential communities and support student retention.
• Identify students at risk of disengagement and coordinate outreach.
• Supervise and mentor Resident Assistants and participate in crisis response.
• Plan co-curricular events and advise student clubs on budgeting and leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Diversity experience

Job description

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Student and Campus Life Community Coordinator

FT Staff 12 Months Reading, PA, US

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

• 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).