Dormitory manager
しゅくしゃかんりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Residential and Building Management Occupations
- Minor : Dormitory Managers
Summary
Job involving resident support, facility maintenance and cleaning, and safety/disaster prevention measures in student dormitories and employee housing.
Description
Dormitory managers handle inquiries and lifestyle guidance for residents in student dorms, employee dorms, and boarding houses, and maintain the facility safely and comfortably through regular patrols, cleaning, equipment inspections, and simple repairs. They also manage disaster prevention plans, emergency responses, and procurement/supplies management, contributing to improving user satisfaction and efficient facility operations.
Future Outlook
Demand for student and employee dormitories is stable, and expansion in management services for elderly welfare facilities is expected.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and composed / Has hospitality / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant manager → Dormitory manager → Facility manager → Building maintenance supervisor → Management department manager
Required Skills
Cleaning management / Disaster prevention fire knowledge / Facility patrol inspection / Resident support / Simple repairs
Recommended Skills
Basic PC operation / Building Environment Hygiene Management Technician / Foreign language support / Operations management software operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to emergencies and diverse user requests are necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking small issues can lead to major problems. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth collaboration and coordination with residents and contractors are required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because schedule management for cleaning and inspections, and supplies procurement planning are necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly resolve resident requests and equipment issues is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it mainly involves budget management and simple tabulations, with little advanced calculation. |
Related Qualifications
- Building Environment Hygiene Management Technician
- Fire Safety Manager
Aliases
- Boarding house manager
- Dorm manager
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