Summer Program Positions

Compensation

• $10.00/hr 
• Summer Room and Board 
• Successful candidates may choose to attend summer school at their own expense 

Hours/Week 

• Summer average, 20-40 hours per week (Minimum required hours per week: 20)
• Required hours include days, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays
• Required on-call rotation
• Required to live-in assigned double occupancy room for the duration of the summer program season
• It is expected that no more than 1 summer course per module will be taken, and no additional employment is permitted
• Hire date (time to complete paperwork + web certifications): May 11, 2026 
• Start date: May 18, 2026

Prerequisite

None 

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of one semester of college coursework completed
• Must be actively enrolled at Purdue University, Purdue University Global, or a local accredited college 
• Previous work experience within University Residences and or Summer Programs is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible and dependable with strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving, logic, and reasoning skills
• Customer service-oriented
• Ability to multitask and work within deadlines
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Be timely and organized

Position Responsibilities 

• Participate in summer employee program training
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities as part of a scheduled rotation
• Use a room management system to properly check participants in and out of their rooms
• Organize participant keys and program meal cards before each group’s arrival
• Conduct nightly interior and exterior safety rounds for all buildings within the assigned zone
• Affix all participant door decorations for each program
• Prepare hall bulletin boards on each floor with pertinent safety and hall information
• Attend/assist with all check-ins/check-outs; ensure the check-in area is set up 1 hour prior
• Distribute pertinent event information to conference attendees and summer residents
• Attend regular staff meetings
• Maintain confidentiality and exhibit professional conduct when handling sensitive personal information
• Bodily fluid cleanup
• Report job hazards to the zone management team, respond to emergencies, complete Incident Reports or other appropriate documents as needed
• Report policy violations and/or University Residence regulation policy
• Provide coverage at multiple hall main offices.
• Exhibit friendliness, diplomacy, and tact when responding to customers
• Manage emergencies and prioritize responsibilities while providing quality customer service
• Complete and submit repair requests online as needed
• Accountable for the proper handling and security of all issued keys, safe access, and hall property
• Exemplify promptness, initiative, adaptability, high ethical standards, professional appearance, and demeanor as part of the program team.
• Other duties as assigned may include, but are not limited to: 
  • Assisting in linen distribution, collection, and inventory 
  • Helping with the setup and breakdown of program materials and signage 
  • Providing general support during high-traffic check-in/out periods 
  • Assisting with the lost and found coordination of guest inquiries 

Compensation

• $12.00/hour 
• Summer Room and Board 

Hours/Week 

• Academic year average, 5-10 hours per week
• Summer average, 35-40 hours per week 
• Required hours include days, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays
• Required on-call rotation
• Required to live in the assigned hall for the duration of the summer program season
• This position is considered a full-time commitment
• No additional employment is permitted
• Candidates are not permitted to take summer classes
• Target Hire Date (time to complete paperwork + web certifications): March 30, 2026 
• Target Start Date: April 6, 2026 

Prerequisite(s)

Previous experience as a Summer Student Office Staff (SSOS) for University Residences or equivalent is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of one semester of college coursework completed
• Must be actively enrolled at Purdue University, Purdue University Global, or a local accredited college 
• Previous work experience within University Residences preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible and dependable with strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving, logic, and reasoning skills
• Customer service-oriented
• Ability to multitask and work within deadlines
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Be timely and organized
• Previous experience as a Summer Student Office Staff (SSOS) for University Residences or equivalent preferred
• Strong computer skills
• Previous supervisory experience preferred

Position Responsibilities 

• Responsible for performance management and progressive discipline of Summer Student Office Staff (SSOS)
• Facilitate regular staff meetings with SSOS, communicating all relevant information
• Use of rooming management system for all program-related activities, including but not limited to: 
  • Print key labels, participant name door decorations, and rosters 
  • Update participant check-in/check-out dates 
  • Update participant status (i.e. - No Show) 
  • Program cards
• Participate in and facilitate the summer employee program training
• Prepare, post, and maintain student office schedules as directed by the supervisor, providing coverage at multiple hall main offices, working scheduled hours that will include evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Schedule SSOS duty hours and provide a weekly schedule to Assistant Director Residential Services and the office clerk
• Enforce all established office procedures 
• Complete and submit maintenance requests online
• Oversee and coordinate conference material preparation and proper distribution 
  • Ensure the collection of adult guideline signature pages and pertinent staff information 
• Attend/Facilitate and assist with all check-ins/check-outs; ensure the check-in area is set up one hour prior
• Handle room key distribution and collection; reconcile/audit keys after every conference departure, and report any issues to the summer program team
• Distribute pertinent information to conference attendees and summer residents regarding upcoming  events (i.e. bulletins, programs, and messages)
• Meet regularly with team leadership
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities as part of a scheduled rotation
• Be accessible in person or by phone to address questions or emergencies, including after-hours support, and complete incident reports or other appropriate documents as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and exhibit professional conduct when handling sensitive, personal information
• Report policy violations and/or University Residences regulation violations
• Exemplify promptness, initiative, adaptability, high ethical standards, professional appearance, and  demeanor as part of the summer program team
• Exercise accountability for the proper handling and security of all issued keys, safe access, as well as hall  property, i.e. hall equipment
• Other duties as assigned may include, but are not limited to: 
  • Assisting in linen distribution, collection, and inventory
  • Helping with the setup and breakdown of program materials and signage 
  • Providing general support during high-traffic check-in/out periods 
  • Assisting with the lost and found coordination of guest inquiries 

Compensation

• Summer: $12.00/hour
• Summer Room and Board 

Hours/Week 

• Academic year average, 5-10 hours per week
• Summer average, 35-40 hours per week
• Required hours include days, evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays
• Required on-call rotation
• Required to live in the assigned hall for the duration of the summer program season
• This position is considered a full-time commitment
• No additional employment is permitted 
• Candidates are not permitted to take summer classes
• Target hire date (time to complete paperwork + web certifications): February 2, 2026 
• Target Start Date: February 9, 2026 

Prerequisite

Previous experience as a Summer Student Office Staff (SSOS), Summer Student Office Coordinator (SSOC), or Academic year Student Office Staff (SOS) or Student Office Coordinator (SOC) for University Residences or equivalent is preferred, but not required. 

• High school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of one semester of college coursework completed
• Must be actively enrolled at Purdue University, Purdue University Global, or a local accredited college 
• Previous work experience within University Residences and or Summer Programs is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible and dependable with strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving, logic, and reasoning skills
• Customer service-oriented
• Ability to multitask and work within deadlines
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Be timely and organized
• Previous experience as an SSOS, SSOC, SOS, or SOC for University Residences or equivalent preferred
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Previous event planning or project management experience preferred 

Position Responsibilities 

• Communication and customer support with chairpersons or program coordinators of assigned summer programs
• Use of rooming management system for all conference-related activities, including but not limited to: 
  • Letter of Agreement
  • Guarantee numbers
  • Roster import/export/changes
  • Program the program cards
  • Billing
• Participate in and facilitate the summer employee program training
• Organize information, assess, and respond appropriately to the needs of the customer
• Attend and take part in planning meetings
• Track conference fees/charges, ensuring accurate billing and customer data
• Oversee program check-ins and check-outs
• Conduct conference orientations and attend the first meal of each designated program
• Meet regularly with the Summer Program team leadership
• Fulfill on-call responsibilities as part of a scheduled rotation
• Be accessible in person or by phone to address questions or emergencies, including after-hours support, and complete incident reports or other appropriate documents as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and exhibit professional conduct when handling sensitive, personal information
• Report policy violations and/or University Residences regulation violations
• Exemplify promptness, initiative, adaptability, high ethical standards, professional appearance, and demeanor as part of the conference team
• Other duties as assigned may include, but are not limited to: 
  • Assisting in linen distribution, collection, and inventory 
  • Helping with the setup and breakdown of program materials and signage 
  • Providing general support during high-traffic check-in/out periods 
  • Assisting with the lost and found coordination of guest inquiries