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Residential Advisors

Median Salary
37,950
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary school and college dormitories, group homes, or similar establishments. Order supplies and determine need for maintenance, repairs, and furnishings. May maintain household records and assign rooms. May assist residents with problem solving or refer them to counseling resources.

What sectors do they work in?

State and local government

36%

Private for profit

31%

Private not for profit

31%

Federal Government

1%

Self-employed

1%

What is the job outlook?

No data available for this section.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$26,870

10%

$37,950

Median

$46,480

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Some college

    50%

  • Bachelor's degree

    31%

  • Less than high school

    7%

  • Doctoral degree

    6%

  • Master's degree

    3%

  • High school

    1%


Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
  • Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Psychology
  • Education and Training
  • Administration and Management
  • Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low


What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.