Live-in Manager (Dormitory/Hostel)
すみこみかんりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Residential and Building Management Occupations
- Minor : Dormitory Managers
Summary
A profession involving living in dormitories or hostels, performing facility maintenance and management, supporting residents' daily lives, safety management, and more.
Description
Live-in Managers (Dormitories/Hostels) reside in student dorms, employee hostels, etc., handling equipment maintenance and inspections, cleaning, resident consultations and troubleshooting, emergency responses, and more. They comply with safety standards, implement disaster prevention and fire safety management, conduct daily patrols, prepare records and reports, and coordinate with external contractors. They are required to be on-site in shifts including nights and holidays, supporting an environment where residents can live with peace of mind.
Future Outlook
Although demand for student dorms is slightly decreasing due to declining birthrates, the role of operations management remains important with the increase in elderly housing and share houses. Business efficiency will improve with ICT adoption, and skills adaptable to diverse living arrangements will be required.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Attentive / Diligent / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract employee / Live-in / Night shifts / Non-regular employment / Shift work
Career Path
Live-in Manager (Dormitory/Hostel) → Facility Manager → Building Manager → Facility Management Manager → General Affairs/Facility Management Department
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Cleaning Management / Emergency Response / Equipment Inspection / Record and Report Creation / Resident Support
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical and Plumbing Knowledge / Communication Skills / Disaster Prevention and Firefighting Knowledge / Hygiene Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible responses are required for shifts and emergencies. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to avoid missing equipment defects or abnormalities. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with residents and contractors is necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Self-directed task management is necessary in a live-in role. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Many tasks such as patrols and cleaning require physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Quick judgment and response in emergencies are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Mental stress arises from 24-hour responses and troubleshooting. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Tasks are primarily routine work. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accounting tasks are minimal, and advanced numerical analysis is not needed. |
Aliases
- Dormitory Manager
- Hostel Manager
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