Office Manager- Residence Life
Business Name: Dodge City Community College
Job Title: Office Manager - Residence Life
Short Description: The Residence Life Office Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the housing office located in Jackson Hall. Management of the housing office includes supervision of student employees and responsibility for daily administrative tasks.
Dodge City Community College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, ancestry or national origin.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Clerical, Education & Childcare, Hospitality
How to Apply: https://dc3.edu/employment-page/
Job Open Date: February 05, 2026
Full Description: Essential Functions
To understand and commit to the Mission of the College- “Dodge City Community College provides a student-centered learning environment where students can achieve their educational, personal and career goals”.
Provide office support for the Director of Residence Life and all Residence Life professional staff.
Assist in managing the electronic key card access system and food service database.
Coordinate daily Residence Life office operations, maintain confidential student and personnel records, process housing applications, manage databases (including student information systems), and prepare assigned reports for the Director of Residence Life and Vice President of Student Services.
Support housing mail services, including mail distribution and maintenance of mail service software.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the office by answering and directing phone calls, assisting visitors, and providing tours as needed.
Coordinate facility maintenance requests, manage office supply inventory, and arrange equipment repairs.
Support enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct and housing policies and procedures.
Assist with housing-related events such as conferences, enrollment activities, and special programs.
Oversee Resident Assistant administrative functions, including office hours, meetings, rounds, and activities as directed.
Process requisitions, purchase orders, and work orders while maintaining accurate records.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Residence Life and/or the Vice President of Student Services.
The above job description supersedes all previous descriptions. This description is intended to be a tool to describe the primary purpose of the job and the Essential Functions and Responsibilities. The job description may not be inclusive of all duties and job responsibilities. Administration has the right to add to or change the job responsibilities to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods at any time.
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED
Experience working with computer information systems
Excellent written, verbal communication and organizational skills
Accuracy in keyboarding and filing skills
Willingness to work as a team member in a high traffic area
Must maintain a valid drivers license
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work well with students, peers and supervisors
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree
Minimum of three years Administrative Assistant or related experience in a higher education setting
Ability to work with multiple projects simultaneously
Previous experience with database management and Excel spreadsheets
Physical Requirements – With or Without Assistance:
Ability to communicate clearly and precisely in written form and verbally
Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time
Motor skills and dexterity to access campus locations
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35lbs
Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel as necessary to perform the responsibilities of this position
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Student Employees
Building Assignment
Residence Life Office - Jackson Hall