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Resident Advisor (Program Assistant)


Job Location:

McCormick County, SC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 37200 - 59500
Posted: 13 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Job Responsibilities



Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career The South Carolina Governors School for Agriculture at John de la Howe is seeking a hardworking and dependablecandidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.

Responsibilities of the Male Dorm Resident Advisor:
Under the supervision of the Director of Residential Life and his/her Assistant the Program Assistant provides immediate residential life oversite and guidance in matters relative to health and safety discipline and personal-social problems of all the students attending the South Carolina Governors School for Agriculture at John de la Howe. Works under limited supervision. Individual is expected to use discretion tact and exercise good judgment at all times. Must exhibit professionalism and effective working relationship when interacting with students parents/guardians co-workers faculty/staff and a community of stakeholders. Ability to provide visual and auditory supervisor of residents demonstrate group leadership and organizational skills be punctual for scheduled shifts and meetings exercise tact discretion and judgement in working with a variety of people and be in condition suitable for assuming responsibilities for this position.
  • Provides immediate residential life oversight and guidance in matters pertaining to health and safety discipline and personal-social problems. Provides a nurturing and safe environment in the residence halls. Monitors activities and whereabouts of residences. Administer medications. Complete all residential reports plans records and incident reports for the residence hall.
  • Collects maintains and disseminates student data on student success absenteeism and discipline. Communicate in a regular and timely manner with the department supervisors concerning incidents problems and progress.
  • Participate in training meetings committees programs meet regularly with supervisors activity participate in training and professional development.
  • Reviews the conditions of residential life facilities equipment and supplies.
  • Reviews and follows agency policy to ensure student safety. Collaborates with campus units to ensure compliance with and with external regulations and laws including but not limited to DHEC regulations fire code regulations and attendance regulations
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Full-time Male Resident Advisor vacancy for 2026-2027 School Year Sunday- 4:00pm-12:00am
Monday-7:00am-8:00am & 4:00pm-12:00am
Tuesday-7:00am-8:00am & 4:00pm-12:00am
Wednesday-7:00am-8:00am & 4:00pm-12:00am
Thursday-7:00am-8:00am & 4:00pm-12:00am
Friday-7:00am-8:00am

Minimum and Additional Requirements

  • A high School Diploma prior experience working with adolescents.
  • A valid drivers license.
Additional Requirements:
  • Must be able to hear speak audibly talk
  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must possess a valid drivers license and drive state vehicles.
  • Must be able to work variable hours and weekends.
  • Employee may be required to live in residence on days they work.
  • Blood Borne Pathogens First Aid/CPR/ AED training and other training required as required but not limited to Vector Training and Mandatory Reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A bachelors degree. Residential life student services or boarding school experience highly desired.
Additional Comments

The SC Governors School for Agriculture at John de la Howe is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.


The SC Governors School for Agriculture at John de la Howe offers anexceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

  1. Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouses and children. Clickherefor additional information.
  2. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
  3. 15 days sick leave per year
  4. 13 paid holidays
  5. Paid Parental Leave
  6. S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
  7. Retirement benefit choices*
    1. State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
    2. State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority