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.
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 108,200 people employed as residential advisors in the United States. The median annual salary is $31,200. Entry level employees earn approximately $21,550 per year and senior employees earn approximately $49,180 per year.
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.