Program Coordinator - Residential College

Overview

The Program Coordinator for the Residential Colleges (RCs) supports the academic and community life of the University of Virginia's three Residential Colleges. This shared position (live-off, based in Charlottesville, VA) is responsible for day-to-day operations, program coordination, and student advising across all RCs. The Program Coordinator works closely with the Faculty Principals, the Special Assistant, Housing & Residence Life and student leadership to advance the RCs' mission of integrating academic engagement, community building, and student self-governance.

This position is part of a coordinated professional staff team—including a Special Assistant and Financial Generalist—who collectively support the Residential Colleges. The Program Coordinator ensures operational consistency and excellence across the RCs while supporting each community's unique culture and intellectual focus.

• Supervise 3-4 undergraduate Senior Residents; indirectly supervise 35-40 Resident Advisors.
• Support the Senior Residents in advising all three Residential College councils, fostering student leadership development and effective self-governance.
• Administrative support of Residential College Councils' programmatic initiatives, including program development guidance, and purchasing.
• Programmatic responsibility for cultivating a strong sense of community within Residential Colleges by mentoring student leaders and supporting student self-governance by providing training, resources, and leadership to enhance student engagement, foster connection, and promote a positive living experience.
• Support the student-run Residential College application process, coordinating logistics, communications, and timelines.
• Meet with residential students to provide resources and support by assisting in problem solving, roommate mediations, challenges, or concerns.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

• Manage day-to-day RC operations and coordinate programming logistics, including shared and college-specific events.
• Support student leaders in designing, planning, and executing events aligned with RC missions and annual themes.
• Collaborate with Housing & Residence Life staff, Faculty Principals, and the Special Assistant to implement RC programs and traditions.
• Attend and assist with evening and weekend events as needed.
• Participate as a regular member of each RC leadership team, contributing to planning and community strategy.
• Contribute to annual assessment and reporting efforts, including event metrics, student participation data, and program evaluations.

Residential Colleges are vibrant intellectual communities that embody the University's vision of the Academical Village—spaces where living and learning are intertwined. They provide opportunities for meaningful engagement between students and faculty, foster belonging and intellectual curiosity, and model student self-governance as a cornerstone of University life.

The Program Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring each RC operates smoothly and supports both its academic and community-building missions. By collaborating closely with student leaders and Principals, the Program Coordinator helps shape a dynamic environment that integrates intellectual, social, and civic growth. Supervision of student staff is a key component of coordinator positions.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

Two years of relevant experience required

Skills:

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively and interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, and team members
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated leadership and effectiveness in building community, managing crisis, resolving conflicts, and promoting engagement.

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Student Affairs Administration, or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in student affairs, residential life, or program coordination.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for events as needed.
• Supervision experience is…