Residence Hall Association Coordinator

Columbia

Saturday, 02 May 2026

Do you love working with students? Did you enjoy your time in the Residence Halls as a college student? Do you want to be a mentor and guide for college students? Do you love something new every day you go to work? Look no further! The Residence Hall Association Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the residence hall association program by supervising the residence hall association; coordinating programs that foster personal wellness and community development among student residents. Primary duties Community Enhancement Responsible for the recruitment, selection, and evaluation process for Residence Hall Association Serve on IMPACT training committee to contribute to the training for resident assistants and residence hall association Perks: Competitive Salary Some of the BEST benefits you can find! 15 Paid Vacation Days 15 Paid Sick Days 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Work-Life-Balance: Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week An engaging and collaborative environment. Our Residence Halls are close to the iconic USC Horseshoe, surrounded by amenities, so you’ll love where you work! Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/ Other Credentials Valid Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling or related field. Prior residence hall experience preferred. Teaching experience preferred. Pending graduates eligible if candidate receives their degree by date of employment. Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse student populations. Leadership experience and ability to motivate and empower others. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple events and initiatives simultaneously. Problem-solving abilities to address resident concerns and conflicts effectively. Knowledge of student housing policies and procedures. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. This is not a live-on campus role. Job Duties Job Duty Community Enhancement:Create and implement inclusive, supportive communities that foster community, relationships and long-lasting friendships. Lead with Care and ?nd ways to make a positive difference in the lives of our students, staff and guests. Provide leadership and direction for residence hall association staff in related program development through attending events, coaching RHA to get to know residents, and in getting to know all residents in the community. Cater to student needs and program based on the needs, wants, and ideas of our residents. Contribute to the success of the neighborhood hall government and student groups in the residence hall(s) to develop and maintain effective community governance and to foster leadership opportunities for the greatest number of students. Contribute to the effectiveness of the Residence Hall Association (RHA). Be visible in the community talking informally with residents about their adjustment to USC, how classes are going, and how we can support their developing involvement with USC. Serve on the professional staff duty rotation. Liaison with other Student Affairs and Academic Support services and individuals. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Supervision:Responsible for the recruitment, selection, and evaluation process for Residence Hall Association to meet the needs of each community. Facilitate and participate in departmental training programs and provide for the on-going training of RHA through planned departmental and in-house staff activities and through daily supervision and advisement. Supervise RHA in the performance of their responsibilities through regular individual contact, through conducting weekly senate and executive board meetings. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Committee work/ Assessment:Serve on IMPACT training committee to contribute to the training for resident assistants and residence hall association. Residence Hall Association coordinator is responsible for the RHA training schedule during the August training period and throughout the academic year. RHA Coordinator will assist the Director of Assessment with housing related assessment projects and will facilitate pop up assessment opportunities in the halls to engage students and understand the pulse of the residential population. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor, including, but not limited to, administrative projects and team assignments. Oversee the management and ordering of supplies for the residence hall resource rooms. Serve as residence life point of contact for Garnet Gate. Serve on departmental and division teams and committees as assigned. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/06/2026 Job Open Date 05/01/2026 Job Close Date 06/30/2026 Open Until Filled No

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