Role Purpose

The Chief Warden is responsible for the overall administration, discipline, safety, welfare, and smooth functioning of the women’s hostel . The role ensures a secure, supportive, and well-regulated residential environment conducive to students’ academic and personal well-being.

Key Responsibilities

A. Hostel Administration & Operations

- Overall in-charge of hostel operations and facilities :

- Ensure smooth functioning of rooms, common areas, mess, and services :

- Coordinate with housekeeping, security, kitchen, and maintenance teams

- Maintain hostel records, registers, and reports

B. Discipline & Student Welfare

- Ensure hostel rules, timings, and code of conduct are strictly followed
- Address student grievances, complaints, and concerns
- Counsel students when required and ensure emotional well-being
- Handle disciplinary issues with fairness and sensitivity

C. Safety & Security

- Ensure 24/7 safety and security of hostel residents
- Monitor entry/exit registers and visitor protocols
- Coordinate with security staff and emergency services
- Ensure fire safety, emergency preparedness, and crisis handling

D. Mess & Hygiene Oversight

- Supervise hostel mess operations in coordination with Kitchen / Mess In-Charge

- Ensure food quality, hygiene, and cleanliness standards :

- Address food-related complaints from students

- Coordinate periodic hygiene inspections

E. Staff Supervision

- Supervise wardens, caretakers, security, and support staff




- Prepare duty rosters and ensure attendance and discipline
- Provide guidance and instructions to hostel staff

F. Communication & Reporting

- Act as the primary point of contact between students, parents, and management
- Report incidents, issues, and daily updates to management
- Support audits, inspections, and institutional requirements
- Implement management policies and directives

Qualifications & Experience

- Graduate / Post-graduate (any discipline)

- Experience as Warden / Assistant Warden / Hostel Administrator preferred

- Minimum 5-10 years ’ experience in:

- Women’s hostels / Residential institutions / Educational campuses

- Strong understanding of student welfare and discipline

Key Skills & Competencies

- Solid leadership and people management
- Excellent communication and counseling skills
- Calm, firm, and empathetic approach
- Crisis handling and decision-making ability
- High integrity, discipline, and confidentiality

Working Conditions

- Residential / On-campus presence preferred
- May require availability during emergencies or late hours
- Must adhere to institutional discipline and ethics

Declaration

This role is critical in ensuring a safe, disciplined, and nurturing residential environment for women students and upholding the institution’s values and reputation.

Contact HR Manager: (phone hidden)

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Food provided

📌 Chief Warden - Women’s Hostel (Kurnool)
🏢 Ashoka Womens Engineering College
📍 Kurnool