Details Report for:
39-9041.00 - Residential Advisors
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.
Sample of reported job titles: Hall Coordinator, Residence Director, Residence Hall Director, Residence Life Coordinator, Residence Life Director, Resident Advisor, Resident Assistant, Resident Director, Residential Coordinator, Residential Life Director
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Education | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Accounting software — Budgeting software
- Analytical or scientific software — Survey software
- Data base user interface and query software — Data entry software
- Electronic mail software — Email software
- Internet browser software — Web browser software
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Web page creation and editing software — Website development software
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Answering machines — Telephone answering machines
- Cash or ticket boxes — Cash drawers
- Composter — Compost bins
- Desktop calculator — 10-key calculators
- Desktop computers
- Dry erase boards or accessories — Whiteboards
- Emergency medical services first aid kits — Emergency first aid kits
- Fire extinguishers — Portable fire extinguishers
- Inkjet printers — Computer inkjet printers
- Laser fax machine — Laser facsimile machines
- Minivans or vans — Passenger vans
- Mobile phones — Smart phones
- Notebook computers — Laptop computers
- Photocopiers — Copy machines
- Portable computer gaming console — Video game consoles
- Scanners — Computer data input scanners
- Security or access control systems — Automated lock systems
- Smoke detectors
- Special purpose telephones — Multiline telephone systems
- Staple guns
- Therapeutic heating or cooling pads or compresses or packs — First aid ice packs
- Wet or dry combination vacuum cleaners — Wet-dry vacuums
Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Monitor patron activities to identify problems or potential problems.
- Supervise service workers.
- Administer first aid.
- Evaluate employee performance.
- Train service staff.
- Monitor environment to ensure safety.
- Mediate disputes.
- Enforce rules or regulations.
- Inspect facilities.
- Develop plans for programs or services.
- Develop educational or training programs.
- Teach daily living skills or behaviors.
- Manage budgets for personal services operations.
- Perform administrative or clerical tasks.
- Provide counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.
- Accompany individuals or groups to activities.
- Maintain client information or service records.
- Prepare administrative documents.
- Assign resources or facilities to patrons or employees.
- Provide escort or transportation.
- Organize recreational activities or events.
- Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
- Deliver items.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed |
Education | Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. |
Related Experience | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations. |
Job Zone Examples | These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and medical assistants. |
SVP Range | (6.0 to < 7.0) |
Education
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Some college, no degree |
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Bachelor's degree |
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Less than high school diploma |
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others. ![]() |
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Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
21-1093.00 | Social and Human Service Assistants ![]() |
25-1194.00 | Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary |
25-2011.00 | Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education |
29-1125.00 | Recreational Therapists ![]() |
29-2053.00 | Psychiatric Technicians ![]() |
31-2011.00 | Occupational Therapy Assistants ![]() |
33-1011.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers |
39-1022.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers ![]() |
39-9032.00 | Recreation Workers ![]() |
43-1011.00 | First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers ![]() |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2019) | $14.16 hourly, $29,450 annual |
State wages | |
Local wages | |
Employment (2019) | 115,200 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 18,500 |
State trends | |
Top industries (2019) | Health Care and Social Assistance (68% employed in this sector)
Educational Services (20%)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.
- Adventist Student Personnel Association
- American College Personnel Association
- American Counseling Association
- Association for Christians in Student Development
- Association of College and University Housing Officers - International
- NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
- National Association of College and University Residence Halls
- National Association of Social Workers
- National Residence Hall Honorary
- NODA