Upward Bound Resident Assistant

The University of Kansas Upward Bound programs are federally funded TRIO programs that works with first-generation and low-income college-bound students (rising 9th – rising 12th graders) in Shawnee, Douglas, Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties with the goal of increasing the rate at which students complete high school and graduate from college. The Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute is an intensive six-week academic program that gives participants a chance to experience college life while preparing for their upcoming school year. Students share a room in a university residence hall with other participants and interact with instructors and residence hall advisors through taking five academic classes, have support finishing homework with the help of tutors.
6 positions available
Staff Orientation dates are June 1 - June 2, 2023
Anticipated start and end dates are June 1 - July 14, 2023
Residential Component dates: June 4 - July 7, 2023

The Upward Bound Program Non-Bridge Summer Institute Resident Assistant will live in a residence hall, supervise, and serve as a role model to approximately 50-65 high school students who are participating in the Upward Bound Non-Bridge Summer Institute. Each Resident Assistant is assigned a group of 10-15 students but is responsible for supervising every student. The Resident Assistants are required to reside in the designated residence hall with the Upward Bound students for the duration of the appointment and maintain 24-hour residency five days a week for four weeks. This position reports directly to the Residence Hall Director.
1 position available
Staff Orientation dates are June 1 - June 2, 2023
Anticipated start and end dates are June 1 - July 7, 2023
Residential Component dates: June 4 – June 30, 2023

The Upward Bound Program Bridge Summer Institute Resident Assistant will live in a residence hall, supervise, and serve as a role model to approximately 10-15 incoming college freshmen who are participating in the Upward Bound Bridge Summer Institute. The Bridge Resident Assistant is required to reside in the designated residence hall with the Upward Bound bridge students for the duration of the appointment and maintain 24-hour residency five days a week for four weeks. There is an optional fifth week that will be performed virtually. This position reports directly to the Residence Hall Director.

These positions are on-going temporary summer appointments. The successful candidate will adhere to the principles of promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in education.

30% Foster Community Development:

• Communicate respectfully and effectively with students, permanent staff, and fellow staff members.
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with all students.
• Establish an atmosphere that appreciates all student identities, cultures, and beliefs.
• Assist in planning, leading, and implementing educational and social activities for students during free time.
• Attend and participate in all program sponsored events.

15% Academic and Social Support:

• Provide individual or group tutoring to improve subject material understanding and ensure completion of homework.
• Build a community conducive to academic success (e.g., encourage study groups, enforce quiet hours)
• Prioritize academics over social activities.
• Understand university support services and refer students when necessary (Bridge Resident Assistant)

15% Policy Enforcement:

• Model and enforce all university, housing, and program policies.
• Respond promptly to student issues, conflicts, mediation needs, and crisis situations.
• Document all policy violations consistently.
• Report any inappropriate student behavior and/or violations to policies to appropriate staff.

10% Administration:

• Complete all administrative tasks fully and punctually. Tasks include but are not limited to submitting incident reports, facility service requests, answering emails, completing medical claims forms.
• Always maintain sensitive student information
• Read and respond to all communication, stay up to date on change in schedules.
• Be aware of facilities needs and enter Service Requests promptly for any facility related issues.
• Must attend training prior to program and weekly staff meetings as required.
• Be flexible and willing to do other duties as assigned.

The Resident Assistant is required to maintain 24-hour residency, 5 days per week (Sunday-Thursday) for five weeks.

A complete application consists of:

• Resume
• Names and Contact Information for 2 Professional References

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin on 03/10/2023 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified. To ensure first consideration, apply by 03/10/2023.

Upward Bound Programs, ub_ubms@ku.edu

Minimum $10 per hour, commensurate with experience

Sunday-Thursday; (Schedule with vary with hours typically 4:00 PM-11:00 PM)

Friday March 10, 2023

Thursday June 1, 2023