Milton Hershey School
Home Life Administrator
Hershey, PA
Jul 2, 2025
Full-time
Full Job Description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s premier pre-K through 12th grade private schools, dedicated to providing a career-focused cost-free education and housing to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.  Founded in 1909 through the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS is fully endowed, ensuring students have the resources they need to thrive. The school has empowered nearly 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and currently serves approximately 2,200 students—with ongoing expansion efforts to provide amazing opportunities to even more young learners.

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is seeking a Home Life Administrator (HLA) to provide leadership and support to houseparents (student caregivers) while ensuring safe and effective residential operations that promote student success.

Position Details

  • Location: On-site in Hershey, PA
  • Compensation: $80,000 – $108,000 (based on experience) + benefits
  • Residency Requirement: Must live on campus in a school-provided home due to evening, weekend, and on-call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Supervision: Oversee at least 12 student homes, building relationships with & providing direction to staff and students through frequent visits.
  • Coaching & Development: Provide regular guidance, feedback, and formal performance reviews to support staff growth.
  • Strategic Thinking: Drive continuous improvement, enhance student outcomes, and refine residential programming.
  • Courageous Communication: Address challenges and collaborate with staff, students, families, and administrators to problem-solve effectively.
  • Safety & Security: Ensure a safe and structured campus and residential environment.
  • Program & Policy Support: Implement MHS’s strategic plans and residential policies to foster student success.
  • Quality Programming: Develop and oversee engaging, impactful programs.
  • Administrative Management: Handle budgeting, scheduling, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years in a houseparent or educational residential role.
  • Leadership & Supervision: Proven experience leading adults, driving change, and influencing positive outcomes.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship building skills and crisis intervention abilities.
  • Administrative Competence: Demonstrated computer proficiency and organizational skills.
  • Certifications: Valid driver’s license required; CPR & First Aid certifications preferred.
  • Language Skills: Spanish fluency is a plus.
  • Character & Integrity: Must uphold a high degree of integrity, serving as a role model for MHS students.
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