JobSOC 39-9041

Residential Advisors

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.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

2 programs

College Student Counseling and Personnel Services13.1102
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other13.1199

02.

Draws on

Customer and Personal Service4.5 of 5
Administration and Management4.2 of 5
Public Safety and Security4.0 of 5
Education and Training4.0 of 5
English Language3.9 of 5
Sociology and Anthropology3.7 of 5
Administrative3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.