Residence Life Coordinator

Department

SAAS Residence Life Employees

$43,500-$48,067

Full Time

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four‑year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in‑person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

• 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?
• Do you love free housing?

Look no further! The Residence Life Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the residence life program by supervising the residence hall operations and staff; coordinating programs that foster personal wellness and community development among student residents.

• Supervision of Resident Assistant Staff
• Support for student learning and development
• Residential program development and implementation
• Administration and building management
• Crisis management
• Student counseling
• Advising student groups

• Apartment style housing in the Residence Hall you will supervise
• 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!

• Masters degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
• Prior residence hall experience preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred.

• Strong written and verbal skills are essential.
• Training/teaching abilities in a work setting.
• Exceptional skills in inter-personal relationships and a sincere concern for others.
• Able to organize and work with student groups, both formal and informal.
• Managerial skills, including the ability to organize and supervise staff.
• Ability to work with faculty, parents, and other staff.
• Able to pass required criminal background check.

01/29/2026

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by January 29, 2026.

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