Home Life Administrators

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 over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and currently serves approximately 2,300 students.

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

Position Details

• Location: Onsite, Hershey, PA
• Compensation: $81,000–$108,000 + benefits
• Residency Requirement: Must live on campus due to evening, weekend, and on-call responsibilities.

Core Purpose

Lead and nurture a safe, structured, and caring residential environment by supporting houseparents and students in their growth, accountability, and readiness for career and life success.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with students and houseparents; ensure a positive, well-managed home culture.
• Coach and hold houseparents accountable for routines, supervision, student development, and behavior support.
• Ensure student engagement, academic support, health & wellness protocols, and daily home operations are implemented with fidelity.
• Oversee residential compliance, documentation, and administrative processes.
• Collaborate with parent sponsors and school partners to support holistic student development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in an educational or residential leadership role is preferred.
• Proven ability to lead adults, build relationships, and influence positive outcomes.
• Strong communication, organizational, and crisis-management skills.
• Evening and weekend work hours.
• Must uphold a high degree of integrity, serving as a role model for MHS staff and students.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing required.