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What they do
A Residential Community Manager manages operations for an apartment community. Responsible for the maintenance and profitability of the apartment community. May provide information about the community to prospective residents, troubleshoot issues with the buildings and community residents. May also review and approve new lease applications, or be responsible for negotiating and closing sales.
$66,882 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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 Bachelor's degree. 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).