Manager Residence Hall
Midland College · midland.edu
MidlandOn-siteLead / Manager
The job in short
Residence hall manager supervising staff and student life at a college.
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- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-08-26
- Location as listed
- MIDLAND, TX, USA
- Role
- Residence Hall Manager
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
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Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - MIDLAND, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Associates Degree, Salary Range: $36118.00 - $36660.00Salary/year, Job Category: Other, Manager Residence Hall
Midland College | Midland, Texas
JOB SUMMARY
The Hall Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of an assigned residence hall while fostering a strong sense of community that supports student learning and success. This position creates a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning environment by supervising all residence hall staff, coordinating programs that promote engagement, and addressing student needs or conduct concerns. The Hall Manager also collaborates with campus partners to connect students with resources, enhance the residential experience, and ensure the residence hall operates effectively.
ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE
At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.
Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.
Three Core Values define our culture:
YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.
We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.
What You Can Expect at Midland College:
A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.
If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manage residence hall to provide a supportive, quality living environment
Supervise, recruit, train, schedule, and oversee payroll for Residence Hall Front Desk Staff and Resident Assistants
Provide ongoing training, feedback, and evaluation to all supervised staff, supporting their professional growth and leadership development
Create and implement educational, social, and recreational activities for students
Manage and track a hall programming budget, ensuring responsible use of funds
Project a high degree of visibility, student engagement, and availability to all students
Provide prompt, accurate, and efficient admittance: check-ins, check-outs, room inventory, and room inspections
Respond and assist in handling of all emergency situations according to the emergency response plan (e.g., fire, health, safety)
Maintain complete and accurate resident records
Know and enforce all College policies concerning student conduct in the residence hall and report to the Director of Housing and Residence Life and/or Dean of Student Life
Investigate policy violations within the residence hall and conduct judicial meetings with students in violation of College policies, documenting outcomes and reporting to the Director of Housing & Residence Life as appropriate
Ability to direct or move students to safety in emergency situations
Work effectively both autonomously and as a team member
Provide resources and support to students through referrals to appropriate college office
Collaborate with other housing staff and Midland College departments to support student success and enhance the residential experience
Assess and report on student engagement, programming outcomes, and hall needs to support continuous improvement
Foster an inclusive residential environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds
Advise and mentor student leaders within the residence hall community
Submit and track work orders to ensure the residence hall is properly maintained and safety procedures are followed
Actively participate in on-campus events and serve on committees that support student success and engagement
Support and attend campus activities and events
Qualifications: Required Qualifications
Associate's Degree or completion of 60 college credit hours (or equivalent)
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong clerical, computer, and organizational skills
Ability to exercise initiative and work independently
Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Interpersonal skills with a demonstrated record of successful work with a diverse student population
Exceptional time management skills and the ability to prioritize duties when faced with interruptions, distractions, and fluctuating workload
Position requires tact, diplomacy, and maintaining a high level of confidentiality of all students and their records
Live on campus and participate in the manager on-call rotation
Able to accommodate a flexible work schedule to meet student's needs
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in student affairs, student personnel, higher education, counseling, kinesiology, or closely related field
Knowledge of student development theory
Previous work experience in Residence Halls or related student affairs work experience
Physical Demands
Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (approximately 50% of the time)
Use of manual dexterity
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
The person in this position needs to be able to frequently move from office to other locations on campus
Salary Range: $36,118 - $36,660
BENEFITS:
Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.
medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA
retirement savings programs
tuition remission for employees
generous paid time off including winter break
To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification
SECURITY SENSITIVITY
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, CV/resume, and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.