Employment
To apply for a Professional Staff position within the Residential Living and Programming Area you need to submit a letter of interest, resume, and a list of three references. Applications are accepted all year long, and typically the initial contact period for scheduling interviews begins in February.
Members of the Residence Life and Housing staff do attend several conferences(SEAHO and SPE) in the Spring in which they do conduct interviews. If you plan to attend one of these and would like to schedule an interview please let us know.
Residence Hall Director I
The position of Residence Hall Director (RHD) is a 10-month, live-in position for graduate students. The RHD is responsible for the day-to-day operations of one of eight residence halls or historic houses (including all special housing options such as Greeks & Language). Additional duties include maintaining a positive living/learning environment through educational and social programming. The RHD supervises a staff of Resident Assistants (RAs), Desk Assistants (DAs) and monitors maintenance/custodial staff. The RHD also serves as an on-site facilitator for residents. Responsible for management during the times when the College of Charleston is officially open. More...
Head Resident
The position of Head Resident (HR) is a 10-month, live-in position for undergraduate or graduate students. The HR is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of his/her building. Additional duties include maintaining a positive living/learning environment through educational and social programming. The HR supervises a staff of Resident Assistants (RAs) and Desk Assistants (DAs), and monitors maintenance/custodial staff. The HR also serves as an on-site facilitator/counselor for residents within the building. He/she assists with the management of a given Residence Hall during the times when halls are officially open. More...
To apply for one of these positions please print out the application and submit it along with three references. A complete application will be given priority over ones with missing pieces.
Desk Assistant
The Desk Assistant (DA) is a full-time, undergraduate, or graduate student who – under the supervision and direction of the Residence Hall Director and Area Coordinator – serves as an administrator, role model, friend and team member for the residents in a residence hall. The DA works to maintain an environment that encourages academic and personal growth of the students within their assigned hall. In carrying out his or her duties, the DA is expected to treat other students, supervisors, guests and fellow employees with courtesy and respect. The DA is considered an integral part of the Department of Residence Life and Housing and its efforts maintain its mission. The responsibilities of DA are numerous. The following is a representative – certainly not all-inclusive – list of areas and specific responsibilities of the DA. More...
Resident Assistant
A Resident Assistant is a member of the Residence Life and Housing staff. This position is considered to be an integral part of the College's effort to meet academic, social and emotional needs of all students living in residence halls and housing areas. The Resident Assistant is also responsible for promoting a positive residence hall atmosphere through community development, social and educational programming, resident contacts and support of Residence Life and Housing, as well as College policies. The RA will report directly to the Residence Hall Director and is responsible to the Director of Residential Living & Programming. More...
Greek House Manager
A House Manager is a member of the Residence Life and Housing staff. This position is considered to be an integral part of the College's effort to meet academic, social and emotional needs of all students living in Greek Houses. The House Manager is also responsible for promoting a positive atmosphere through community development, resident contacts and support of Residence Life and Housing, as well as College policies. The HM will report directly to the Assistant Director of Residence Life for Special Populations and is responsible to the Director of Residential Living & Programming More...