Area Coordinator

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The Division for Student Affairs at The George Washington University fosters student learning and development by creating communities that support personal growth, connection, and belonging. Through programs, services, and activities, the division promotes engagement, diversity, and inclusion while advancing the university’s commitment to being both academically rigorous and student-centered.
The Area Coordinator I (AC) implements the vision, mission, and priorities of Campus Living and Residential Education (CLRE) within the residential communities. ACs oversee one or more residence halls and serve as a primary point of contact for residential students alongside undergraduate student staff. In this role, ACs cultivate a positive community environment, provide high-quality customer service, and supervise undergraduate student leaders to foster belonging, well-being, and student learning.
ACs coordinate interventions and provide support to students and their families, respond to complex incidents and resident concerns, and collaborate with campus partners to promote student success. The position also includes administrative and operational responsibilities related to residence hall management, including summer operations. During the summer, ACs oversee residential students participating in internships, short-term programs, and extended-stay housing.
Position Summary

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Qualified candidates are required to live on campus as a condition of employment.

• Master’s Degree in higher education administration, counseling, or related field preferred.
• Experience supervising, advising, and developing undergraduate student leaders in a residential or student affairs setting.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and establish a visible presence within residential communities.
• Experience managing student concerns, including crisis response, case management, and coordination with campus partners and families.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse student populations.
• Ability to navigate conflict, change, and ambiguity while supporting a positive residential community environment.
• Demonstrated collaboration with faculty, campus partners, and external departments to support student success.
• Experience designing initiatives or programs that foster belonging and connect residential students to campus and local communities.
• Commitment to equitable, student-centered practices in residential education.
• Interest in supporting summer conference operations or other residential programs during non-academic periods.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Campus

Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:
Division of Student Affairs

Sub-Family Residential Education

Level Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

Hours for this position may vary and allow for…