Description

USF School of Theatre & Dance is looking for a residence life coordinator for the summer of 2026 to plan and oversee all aspects of residential life for its summer camps including: training college interns, discipline and behavioral management, event planning, with a basic knowledge of first aid, who can serve as calm point person in emergency situations, dealing appropriately with parents.Please submit a resume and cover letter explaining your relevant experience that meets the following qualifications:

This position requires a High School diploma or equivalent with four years of customer service related experience including at least one year of supervisory experience. The ideal candidate will have experience with teenagers and adolescent development either through teaching, camp counseling, coursework, etc. Additionally, they will have a First Aid/CPR license from a recognized & accredited organization (i.e, Red Cross, AHA, etc.). We expect a high level of maturity and leadership from this position as they will influence the quality and experience of residential life for the children and parents attending this camp.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

• Conduct a robust recruitment and training program for student residential Guides. Training residential life staff to deal with behavior appropriately and to calibrate expectations and responses appropriately for the given age group.
• Research and respond to complex inquiries from students, parents, and campus partners in order to provide or clarify information on Housing & Residential Education services, options, programs, policies or procedures. Create dynamic communication messaging that drive student engagement and support student success. Develop and maintain the editorial plan for all communication channels.
• Oversee daily management of on-campus housing assignments processes including residence hall assignments, room selection processes, room changes, space management, etc. for non-program specific populations. Oversee planning on residential life activities such as field trips, recreational activities, movie nights, etc.
• Basic first aid knowledge and the ability to stay calm in a crisis. Knowledge of campus resources for health or safety emergency referrals. Facilitate/coordinate student visits to urgent care or ER. Works with department and campus partners to coordinate ADA assignments for students with special accommodation needs.
• Develop and uphold clear consistent policies and procedures for residential conduct for a middle and high school population. Deal appropriately with behavioral and conduct issues that arise and maintain appropriate records and communication to leadership and parents as needed.