SUBR | Residence Hall Coordinator

Southern University Shreveport, Inc; Sterlington (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern University Shreveport, Inc. invites applications for a Residence Hall Coordinator (Full-Time Unclassified).

This live-in professional oversees daily operations of an assigned residence hall, supervises student staff, and develops programs that promote student well-being, engagement, and success. Responsibilities include staff training, assignment management, policy enforcement, and collaboration with facilities and housing to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in residence life or student housing.

Responsibilities

• Maintains regular daily office hours and is highly visible to residents and staff.
• Supervises, trains, motivates, and evaluates residence hall staff including graduate assistants and student workers.
• Develops staff development programs for resident assistants and staff.
• Supports programs for wellness, engagement and student development.
• Administers student conduct processes in coordination with relevant offices.
• Enforces university and departmental policies and maintains occupancy records.
• Collaborates with housekeeping and facilities to maintain residence hall operations.
• Responds professionally to concerns from students, parents and staff.
• Serves on departmental committees and participates in campus-wide initiatives.
• Oversees residence hall assignments and maintains accurate room records.
• Performs other duties to support University Housing and student life.

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

SUBR | Residence Hall Coordinator | Position Type: Full-Time Unclassified | Salary: $43,880

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Residence Hall Coordinator is a full-time, live-in professional responsible for developing and administering a comprehensive residence life program within an assigned residence hall at Southern University and A&M College. The Residence Hall Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for the daily operation of the residence hall, including the supervision, training, development, and evaluation of assigned student staff. The position supports a safe, welcoming, and engaging residential environment that promotes student well-being, community development, and student success.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains regular daily office hours and demonstrates a high degree of visibility and availability to residents and staff.
• Participates in required evening and overnight residence hall coverage as assigned.
• Selects, supervises, trains, motivates, and evaluates residence hall staff, including graduate assistants, resident assistants, and student workers.
• Develops and conducts staff development and training programs for resident assistants and other assigned residence hall staff.
• Develops and supports programs and activities for residential students that promote personal wellness, student engagement, and community development.
• In cooperation with the Office of Student Judicial Affairs, assists with the administration of the University's student conduct and judicial processes for students residing in the residence halls.
• Enforces and supports University and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborates with the Housekeeping Supervisor and University Housing Facilities Office to establish and maintain ongoing programs related to residence hall maintenance, cleaning, repairs, and refurbishment.
• Investigates and responds to concerns and complaints from students, parents, University personnel, and other stakeholders in a professional and timely manner while providing accurate information and promoting positive relations.
• Serves on assigned departmental committees and represents the Department of University Housing on campus-wide committees, as assigned.
• Assists with the development and delivery of resident assistant training courses, workshops, and other staff development activities conducted prior to and throughout each semester.
• Directs and coordinates residence hall assignment functions and maintains accurate room assignment and occupancy records.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of University Housing and the residential student experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in residence life, student housing, student affairs, higher education, or a related area.

POINT OF CONTACT

Lisa Hammond | Director

Residental Housing

[e-mail]

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

EEO/ADA Statement: The Southern University System complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws. Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable federal and state laws. This commitment applies to but is not limited to decisions concerning hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.