Job Requisition:

JR101426 Head Resident Advisor (Various Pre-Collegiate Programs-1 (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Head Resident Advisor (Various Pre-Collegiate Programs-1

Department:

CC00182 WM001 | PROV | Education Operations

Job Family:

Staff - Academic Program Administration

Worker Sub Type:

Wage-Seasonal (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

William & Mary

Primary Job Posting Location:

William & Mary

Job Description Summary:

The Head Resident Advisor is responsible for supporting Resident Advisors in the day-to-day supervision, guidance and safety of all co- and extra-curricular activities of the attending campers. Reporting to the Assistant Director and the Director of Precollegiate Learner Programs in the Center for Gifted Education at the William & Mary School of Education. The Head Resident Advisors will work closely with the Resident Advisors, On-site Assistant Program Coordinators, Student Support Specialists and CFGE Staff to ensure that the infrastructure is in place to support the program. Head Resident Advisors will provide direct supervision for camp students, 24 hours a day, seven-days a week for the duration of the program. Head Resident Advisors will be required to live in the dorms for the duration of the program.

This is a pool position that will only be accessed if needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• High School graduate.

• Demonstrated ability to work and multitask effectively in a complex and fast-paced setting.

• Organizational leadership experience.

• A valid driver’s license.

• Ability to complete the William & Mary Golf Cart Training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous residential camp experience.

• Experience working with K-12 students.

Conditions of Employment:

• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.

• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

• This is a term-limited position, subject to the continued availability of funding.

Job Duties:

80% - Residence Advisor Oversight:

• Support Resident Advisors in maintaining a high level of vigilance in the supervision, safety, and management of campers during all camp activities and transit between activities.

• Supervise a group of Resident Advisors to ensure all procedures and policies are followed.

• Lead evening staff meetings for Resident Advisors to debrief the day, relay information, and address concerns.

• Enthusiastically engage and effectively communicate expectations with campers.

• Be attentive to potential camper concerns and apprise appropriate staff members of issues.

• Reside in the residence halls for the entire duration of the program.

• Assist in transporting students as needed for the 2-week duration.

• As a member of the Leadership Team, model, facilitate, and purposefully influence the culture to cultivate a positive camp climate.

10% - Communication:

• Monitor the submission of Resident Advisors’ Daily Reports each day to ensure they are completed in a timely manner.

• Act as a liaison between campers, Resident Advisors, and On-site Assistant Program Coordinators, Student Support Specialists, and Instructors.

• Act as a liaison with WM staff.

• Assist in the planning and presentation of the Staff Orientation.

10% - Event Coordination:

• Assist in the implementation of weekend and evening activities.

• Assist with opening and closing ceremonies and the final Class presentation day, as needed.

• Support the On-Site Assistant Program Coordinator with any tasks related to the program.

Salary: $17 per hour

Additional Job Description:

Job Profile:

JP0320 - Education Support Assistant - Nonexempt - Hourly - H02

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Grade:

H02

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-03-02

Review Date:

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Funds & Restricted Term

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