Job Responsibilities
Hiring and training student staff members in the residence
halls. Evaluating student staff members. Running a summer
program for high school students at the university.
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Job Requirements
Most people in the field have a master's degree, although a PhD
or EDD may be required for the highest levels. The classes
involved are usually some kinds of student development theory,
environmental theory, diversity, psychology/cousneling and
specialized courses (like leadership development).
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Uppers
Working with the students can be a lot of fun. They are usually invested in the
work and energetic.
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Downers
The work becomes very routine, doing the same things every year.
The hours are very demanding.
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Lifestyle
The hours can be demanding with a lot of weekend and evening hours - this
depends on the position and the university. There is usually little travel,
except yearly professional conferences. Most offices are pretty casual and
collegial.
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Compensation
The salary is generally very low. Most starting salaries with
the masters degree is in the low $20,000s. The benefits are very
good - most universities offer full medical, life, retirement,
and good vacation benefits.
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