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Residential Advisors

Role Overview

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.

Recommended Majors

College Student Counseling and Personnel Services. Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Oregon	$47,620
North Dakota	$47,520
Massachusetts	$47,120
Washington	$47,110
California	$46,850
Minnesota	$46,800
Alaska	$45,730
Connecticut	$44,660
New York	$44,420
Montana	$43,870
Rhode Island	$43,420
Maine	$43,050
Nebraska	$41,440
Virginia	$41,360
New Hampshire	$40,590

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Median Annual Salary

$39,180

Projected Growth (10yr)

+3.8%

Avg. annual openings

17.4k

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