{"id":51939,"date":"2026-03-09T12:05:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T16:05:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/?p=51939"},"modified":"2026-03-09T12:05:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T16:05:31","slug":"job-dorm-manager-at-temple-university-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jetwit.com\/wordpress\/2026\/03\/09\/job-dorm-manager-at-temple-university-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Dorm Manager at Temple University (Japan)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Posted by Sydney Sparrow.<\/strong> Click here<\/a> to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Position:<\/strong> Dorm Manager
Posted by:<\/strong><\/em> Temple University<\/em>, Japan Campus
Location:<\/strong><\/em> Tokyo-to or Kangawa-ken, Japan \/ In-person & Live-in
Contract:<\/strong> Full-Time<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to Dionne Daniels (Yamanashi-ken, 2015-2017) for passing along the following job opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Description:
<\/strong>The Dorm Manager (DM) is responsible for fostering an inclusive, community-based living environment for TUJ students. The DM serves as a live-in representative of OSSE, supporting residents\u2019 daily life, cultural adjustment, and well-being. Additionally, the DM acts as a liaison between students, resident assistants (RAs), community builders (CBs), housing staff, and property management to maintain a positive community and smooth dorm operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Work Hours:
<\/strong>The Dorm Manager is expected to organize their schedule around the university semester schedule, particularly during the beginning and end of the semesters during peak move in and move out times. Although permitted to work another job, the DM is expected to remain at the housing facility as much as possible during evenings and on weekends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Job Description:
<\/strong>Resident Support and Engagement
\u2022 Supervise student residents and promote a respectful, inclusive living community
\u2022 Provide orientation for new residents and support their adjustment to life in Japan
\u2022 Facilitate dorm programming in collaboration with RAs and OSSE staff to build community engagement
\u2022 Serve as a point of contact for student inquiries and concerns, providing guidance or referral when necessary<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Operations and Administration
<\/strong>\u2022 Manage check-in\/out process at the beginning and end of each semester
\u2022 Coordinate with property management, OSSE staff, and TUJ facilities regarding building and room safety and maintenance
\u2022 Track incident reports and communicate concerns promptly to OSSE staff
\u2022 Enforce TUJ policies related to the Code of Conduct and housing policies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Communication and Collaboration
<\/strong>\u2022 Maintain frequent communication with students, RAs, internal TUJ departments, and external partners
\u2022 Assist in ward office and community relations when necessary
\u2022 Supervise and provide training for the RAs
\u2022 Respond to emergency situations immediately as well as proactively address student needs
\u2022 Be available a few times a year for meetings with university administrators<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minimum Qualifications:
<\/strong>\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree or equivalent experience in student affairs, education, or related field
\u2022 Proficient in both English and Japanese preferred (reading, writing, and speaking)
\u2022 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; warm and friendly vibes
\u2022 Proficient computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word)
\u2022 Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and respond calmly to urgent incidents
\u2022 Flexibility to move to other university dorm facilities as need arises<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preferred Qualifications:
<\/strong>\u2022 Experience in residential life, student affairs, or student housing
\u2022 Prior experience living or working in a multicultural or international environment
\u2022 familiarity with conflict resolution and crisis response<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Information:
<\/strong>For more information on this job opportunity, please contact the university\u2019s Office of Student Services and Engagement at osse[at]tuj[dot]temple[dot]edu<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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