Residential Services Coordinator

Stanford Graduate School of Business

Stanford's Graduate School of Business (GSB) has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, pushing the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offering a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non\-degree programs that deliver global impact. We invite you to be part of our mission of developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who change lives, change organizations, and change the world.

The Facilities \& Hospitality department of the Stanford Graduate School of Business seeks a Residential Services Coordinator. This position will work under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Program Residential Services and as part of a team of 10 Residential Service Coordinators, five of whom report to the Assistant Director of Student Residential Services. The Residential Service Coordinator is the key support person for residents and guests—providing excellent hospitality and customer service, handling administrative tasks, and ensuring safety and security in a 24/7 environment.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage with students and guests from all over the world along with gaining experience within a Facilities and Hospitality department in an academic setting. This entry\-level position can help launch your career at Stanford.

Your primary responsibilities\

• include:
• Respond to routine inquiries from students, faculty, external constituents, and staff.
• Serve as a subject matter resource to students and other departments.
• Contribute to general office administration and process improvements, which may include report creation and distribution, filing, data entry, collating, guest check\-in/out, billing, audits, and preparing reservation material.
• Review documents and forms for completeness, track files for follow\-up, and distribute for review.
• Process and sort all incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Coordinate logistics for outreach activities, meetings, and events.
• Ensure the security and safety of residents, conference, and program guests. Inform residents and guests of residential policies and procedures and enforce policies when issues of non\-compliance arise.
• Research and resolve routine issues such as service requests and minor maintenance. Refer complex issues to other staff.
• Routinely inspect facilities and maintain assigned areas.
• \- Other duties may also be assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Customer service skills.
• Basic office administration skills.
• Strong critical thinking and sound decision\-making capacity.
• Ability to learn compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Associate’s degree and one year of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Often sit, perform desk\-based computer tasks.
• Frequently stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.

Work Conditions \& Standards:

• Non\-Remote \& 100% onsite.
• Regular work schedule is Sunday 6:30 am \- 3:00 pm \& Monday through Thursday 2:30 pm \- 11:00 pm. Work shifts may vary depending on staff vacation or time\-off requests.
• Must be willing and able to work some holidays.
• Schedule may fluctuate with shifts ranging from morning to evening.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• Experience working in a high\-volume front desk or reception environment
• Demonstrated ability to handle difficult or escalated customer interactions professionally
• Experience supporting diverse or international populations
• Experience with housing, reservation, or property management systems
• Familiarity with ticketing or service request platforms (e.g., facilities or IT request systems)
• Experience using data tracking or reporting tools (Excel beyond basics, dashboards, or databases)
• Multilingual abilities
• Experience working in higher education, student housing, or campus services
• Familiarity with basic safety protocols, emergency response, or incident reporting
• Experience planning or supporting events, conferences, or residential programs

The expected pay range for this position is $34\.36 to $40\.29 per hour. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

Why Stanford is for You

Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from a breadth of educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:

• Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
• A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child\-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
• A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world\-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
• Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
• We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a *contact form**.*

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.