NYC Hired: Residential Advisors

Prospects: Very Favorable

*According to projected annual openings and year-over-year growth

Coordinate activities in resident facilities in secondary 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.

Current openings

House Parent 47
Residence Life Coordinator 63
Residential Advisor 7
Residential Director 59
Residential Life Director 22

Number of positions

2012: 890 2014: 920

Annual job postings

New: 10 Replacement: 30
(Total: 40)

Salaries in NYC

Starting at:
$22,300
($10/hour)

Middle:
$28,380
($13/hour)

Up to:
$33,350
($16/hour)

Average:
$29,660
($14/hour)

Educational requirements

Minimum education:
High school diploma or equivalent

Work experience:
None

On-the-job training:
Short-term on-the-job training

Education level achieved by workers

Sources: New York State Department of Labor, U.S. Department of Labor.