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Job outlook for residential coordinators in the United States
Are residential coordinator jobs in demand?
Residential coordinator job and salary trends over time
Residential coordinator jobs over time
Residential coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,762 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,769 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,789 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,735 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,699 | 0.00% |
Average residential coordinator salary over time
Residential coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $39,577 | $19.03 | +2.6% |
| 2025 | $38,586 | $18.55 | +3.9% |
| 2024 | $37,145 | $17.86 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | $36,451 | $17.52 | +4.1% |
| 2022 | $35,009 | $16.83 | +3.2% |
Residential coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for residential coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 623,657 | 141 | 23% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,472 | 21% |
| 3 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 214 | 20% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 177 | 18% |
| 5 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 222 | 17% |
| 6 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 99 | 17% |
| 7 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 116 | 15% |
| 8 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 102 | 15% |
| 9 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 252 | 14% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 100 | 14% |
| 11 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 280 | 13% |
| 12 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 110 | 13% |
| 13 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 590 | 12% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 207 | 12% |
| 15 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 156 | 11% |
| 16 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 392 | 10% |
| 17 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 394 | 7% |
| 18 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 259 | 7% |
| 19 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 96 | 7% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 73 | 7% |
Most common cities for residential coordinators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DeLand | 2 | 6% | $38,927 |
| 2 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 3% | $41,636 |
| 3 | Farmington | 1 | 2% | $46,166 |
| 4 | Jefferson City | 1 | 2% | $36,666 |
| 5 | Denver | 3 | 0% | $38,496 |
| 6 | Baltimore | 1 | 0% | $42,014 |
| 7 | Detroit | 1 | 0% | $36,810 |
| 8 | San Jose | 1 | 0% | $55,285 |
| 9 | Wichita | 1 | 0% | $35,181 |
Residential Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of residential coordinator experts
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
East Tennessee State University
Carolina Christian College
Montana State University – Bozeman
Muhlenberg College
American University
American University
Frostburg State University
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Ohio University
Elms College
Vanguard University
Oral Roberts University
Kacie Blalock Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director, Master of CounselingLouisiana State University at Shreveport
Department Of Psychology
What soft skills should all Residential Coordinators possess?
Kacie Blalock Ph.D.: Soft skills that are essential for counselors include emotional intelligence, empathy, multicultural competency, interpersonal abilities, and authenticity.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Residential Coordinators?
Kacie Blalock Ph.D.: It is important that counselors are able to effectively take notes and summarize progress, interpret assessments, memorize and recall information, and keep clear yet concise records.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Residential Coordinators?
Dr. Frederick Gordon Ph.D.: Graduate students will need to refocus on the changing institutional role, being both remote and in-person, and impacting agency goals and performance.
What experience really stands out on Residential Coordinator resumes?
Dr. Frederick Gordon Ph.D.: Program concentration and meaningful internship experience.
What type of skills will young Residential Coordinators need?
Dr. Andrew Wood: For Biblical Studies, it is vital that graduates have a genuine relationship with Jesus, that they are people of humility and integrity, desire to be lifelong learners, and have open minds to new things they learn that may challenge their original assumptions. They need to have a strong work ethic, organizational, and time management skills to work on their own productively and with integrity.
Dr. Mark Nelson
Professor and Program LeaderMontana State University – Bozeman
Department of Health and Human Development; Graduate Program – School Counseling
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Residential Coordinators to find work opportunities?
Dr. Mark Nelson: Rocky Mountain and western states seem to have many opportunities. This may be due to the westward migration in the U.S. population.
Dr. Steven Coutinho
ProfessorMuhlenberg College
Department of Philosophy
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Residential Coordinators in the next 5 years?
Dr. Steven Coutinho: This depends on how the field responds to current changes. If Philosophy Departments focus on training graduates for successful careers outside of academia, especially training in applied ethics, politics, and other areas of contemporary concern, I would predict an increase in demand for graduates, given the reasons stated in 1. above.
How do you envision technology impacting Residential Coordinators in the next 5 years?
Dr. Adelaide Kelly-Massoud: Well, every teacher and teacher candidate was thrust into distance learning. Misguided attempts to foster understanding often leaned our adult distant learning pedagogy. Teachers, and those who prepare teachers, found their job to research, define, design, and implement meaningful teaching and learning using a virtual platform. Words such as synchronous and asynchronous are now a part of our everyday vernacular. But there is a much more optimistic change on the horizon that we can thank coronavirus for.
Communication and collaboration have been forced to change. Parents and Teachers are more connected and have been put in a position to leverage technology to build networks of support and consistent dialog. I urge teachers to leverage this in their future as we work to reopening schools; we should learn from this experience to leverage technology to keep us connected.
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Residential Coordinators in the next 5 years?
Dr. Michelle Newton-Francis Ph.D.: The upheaval of the pandemic sees graduates entering the worst job market in more than a decade. Still, some forecasters say it is slowly getting better. I encourage graduates to remain flexible in their thinking and search strategies. For example, many companies will expand their remote positions, opening opportunities for jobs they may not have previously considered due to geographic location. Pandemic or not, graduates may not obtain their "dream job" right away and should also consider opportunities that build transferable skills. Pandemic or not, job searching should always be treated like a full-time job. It is just more challenging and competitive right now. Networking is vital and remains one of the most viable ways to get a job. To create networks, students should take advantage of virtual or socially distanced internships, which build contacts and skills. Students and alumni often overlook their college career centers, which offer invaluable services (and connections), including virtual career fairs and meetings with potential employers.
Jamelyn Tobery-Nystrom
Coordinator of M.Ed. Special EducationFrostburg State University
Educational Professions
What type of skills will young Residential Coordinators need?
Jamelyn Tobery-Nystrom: Special education needs are wide and varying, depending on position and state/jurisdiction needs. In general, knowledge and experience in the Autism Spectrum is a high need area. Knowledge and skills in behavioral/mental health are also in demand. Indeed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability to adapt instruction online is a new skill area for special education teachers.
What type of skills will young Residential Coordinators need?
Dr. Thomas Dearden Ph.D.: Indeed, the way we work is changing. The skills that young graduates will need are diverse. Transferable skills and soft skills will certainly be marketable. These include traditional crafts such as communication, but I also think the world expects more empathy from its employees. Young graduates with an understanding of racism, sexism, and environmental responsibility will become increasingly important.
How do you envision technology impacting Residential Coordinators in the next 5 years?
Christine Suniti Bhat: The pandemic has already altered the way in which school counselors are engaging with their students. The importance of learning management systems and dynamic tools to interact with students online will continue to grow. School counselors will have to be prepared to deliver individual services as well as group and class interventions using technologies such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
This is something that we would not have anticipated five years ago. School counselors may also have to address issues related to isolation, loneliness, and excessive screen time, along with some of the issues that are related to the misuse of technology such as cyberbullying and sexting. Prevention (before problems arise) and intervention (addressing issues after they arise) are both important. Overall, health and wellness in relation to the use of technology will become more important.
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Residential Coordinators in the next 3-5 years?
Dr. Meredith Bertrand: No technology will replace a great teacher. But, online, flexible technology will be essential in the wake of this virus. The tricky part for new teachers will be to filter all critical information and technology and provide a learning experience that isn't overwhelming. I am a big proponent of the "less is more" theory of education, to get to the depth of what we are trying to teach, but the multitude of online options makes that problematic. I encourage new teachers to gather resources, and when you find that powerful piece that you want to use in your classroom, give it the time it deserves to be absorbed, discussed, and reflected upon.
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.
Dr., Assistant Professor of Historical and Systematic TheologyVanguard University
Religion, Undergraduate Religion
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Residential Coordinators in the next 3-5 years?
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.: The goal is to connect and to be able to create meaningful connections with those you serve, those you are attempting to teach or preach. Zoom will continue to be a vital video-conferencing platform. Depending on the age group you serve, social media platforms such as Youtube, Instagram, and FB (Live) will also be essential to creating community and delivering transformative content.
What general advice would you give to a Residential Coordinator?
Dr. Tommy Casarez Ph.D.: Opportunities come in many different shapes and sizes, but they are still out there. Whether you are seeking to land a job in education or the non-profit sector, you will need to familiarize yourself and get used to all things digital, for the sake of communicating effectively. The younger your student or service partner's mindset, the more digitally savvy you will need to be, especially in the classroom and in the non-profit world.
Dr. Bill Buker
Associate Dean and Professor of Professional CounselingOral Roberts University
Theology
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Residential Coordinators in the next 3-5 years?
Dr. Bill Buker: Your second question about technology is challenging to predict, as that innovation area seems to change so rapidly. One thing that we are learning, as a result of coping with the challenges created by Covid-19, is that virtual learning, which technology makes possible, allows us to extend the influence of our classrooms and ministries, literally, around the world. I suspect that as the pandemic subsides, and a new normal is eventually established, it will involve more telelearning platforms.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Residential Coordinators?
Dr. Bill Buker: In response to your third question regarding the possibility of an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on graduates, I think it's impossible to walk through such a challenging and unprecedented experience without lasting effects. While I can't predict what all of these might entail, I hope, that in discovering the positive and creative outcomes that will emerge out of this pandemic, one effect will be increased trust in God's redemptive activity's Spirit in the world. I'm hopeful that our theology and ministry graduates will recognize the importance of following the Spirit's leading and will intentionally seek to keep in step with what the Spirit is doing, so that they can be collaborative partners with God in the unfolding of his redemptive story.