Pre-College Program Coordinator (Summer, Live-In)

Eckerd College is seeking a Pre-College Program Coordinator to oversee residential life and student support for its summer Pre-College Programs. Each June, Eckerd welcomes high school students to campus for immersive, weeklong academic and residential experiences in marine science, ecology, animal studies, filmmaking, pre-medical studies, and more.

The Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for residential operations and student needs throughout the program period. Responsibilities include supervising, training, and mentoring the Residential Counselor team; responding to student medical, behavioral, and emergency situations; coordinating student arrivals, departures, housing assignments, and dining accommodations; and ensuring compliance with the College's Protection of Minors policies. The Coordinator also maintains regular communication with parents/guardians and campus partners and provides leadership and support to the residential staff.

This is a temporary, seasonal, full-time, live-in position running approximately May 27–June 27, 2027 (dates subject to change based on the program calendar). On-campus residence in provided single-occupancy housing is required for the entire appointment. Evening, weekend, and overnight on-call availability is essential.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and experience in residential life, camp leadership, youth program supervision, or a related field.

• Ability to supervise, train, schedule, and mentor staff.

• Strong judgment and communication skills, particularly when responding to emergencies or sensitive situations.

• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification before the program begins.

• Ability to follow and enforce policies and procedures for working with minors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or former high school teacher.

• Eckerd College alum.

Employment will require a successful Level 2 background check. 

Eckerd College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.