Bovard Scholars Residential Coordinator Summer Position

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

405d • $62,400 - $62,400 • Remote

About The Position

The Residential Coordinator for the Bovard Scholars program is a full-time, live-in position responsible for overseeing a summer residential experience for high-achieving high school students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This role involves training and supervising resident assistants, providing leadership and support to scholars, and ensuring a safe and enriching environment during the program. The coordinator will manage daily operations, respond to emergencies, and facilitate activities that promote student learning and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Supervisory experience within residence life/residential education preferred
• Experience working with youth/young adults
• Experience working with low-income students and families
• Superior writing and communication skills
• Ability to understand the unique social-emotional needs of individual students
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and competency
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and perform well under pressure
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to operate a motor vehicle preferred

Responsibilities

• Train, supervise, and evaluate 9 resident assistant (RA) staff members.
• Provide leadership to scholars and create a respectful and friendly atmosphere that stimulates student learning and development.
• Establish rapport with scholars and RA staff through attentive listening and genuine care.
• Provide oversight and guidance to RA staff, delegating tasks appropriately and overseeing completion.
• Respond to emergency situations including psychological, physical, maintenance, and natural/environmental crises.
• Enforce university and Bovard Scholars policies, confront student behavior, and document actions when necessary.
• Create and implement an enriching evening and weekend schedule of activities for scholars.
• Serve as a collaborative member of the leadership team, troubleshooting and problem-solving across teams.
• Maintain continuous communication with RA staff via various channels.
• Oversee student attendance and manage the check-in/out system for scholars.
• Lead meal and event coordination, including off-campus excursions and transportation schedules.
• Document all student medical concerns and coordinate with RAs for health center visits.

Benefits

• Room and board provided
• Three meals provided daily, including weekends

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree