Departmental Assistant / UBSI Assistant Residential Supervisor

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant Residential Supervisor for its Upward Bound Summer Institute. In this vital role, you will oversee the residential program for high school students, ensuring a safe and productive environment. You'll supervise volunteers, coordinate activities, and provide 24-hour support to students. This temporary position offers the chance to make a significant impact on young learners' lives while working within a dynamic team. If you have a passion for education and youth development, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause during the summer months.

Benefits

Room and board included while on campus

Professional development opportunities

Experience in a diverse educational environment

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff and managing work schedules.
• Ability to work with diverse high school students and support their success.

Responsibilities

• Supervise volunteers and high school students during the summer program.
• Create a positive living environment and coordinate activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work with high school-aged youth

Attention to detail

Professional attitude

Ability to work well under pressure

Team-oriented environment

Positive, student-centered perspective

Education

Experience in Upward Bound/TRiO or similar program

Graduate students welcome

Tools

Class D Driver's License

Job description

Apply now Job no: 526474
Work type: Hourly
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: AISP Administration
Union: Non-Benefited
Categories: Residence Life & Housing, Temporary Non-Benefited

About UMass Amherst

The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors.

Job Summary

The Upward Bound Summer Institute (UBSI) is a 6-week residential experience hosted at UMass Amherst for 40 – 60 high school students. The UBSI Assistant Residential Supervisor supervises volunteers and students, oversees implementation and evaluation of programming, and coordinates with staff during this intensive six-week program. This is a grant-funded position supervised by the Upward Bound Program Director. This is a temporary, non-benefited position.

Essential Functions

• Participates in a one-week mandatory staff orientation and training during the week prior to the program.
• Administers and operates the summer residential program for 40-60 Upward Bound Scholars (high school students).
• Supervises two (2) Americorp Volunteers and 8-10 Tutor/Mentors; includes preparing and managing work schedules.
• Coordinates all Upward Bound Scholar activities with Director and Assistant Directors.
• Lives on campus and provides 24-hour LIVE–IN supervision to Upward Bound Scholars Sunday through Friday.
• Creates and maintains a positive, productive, safe and harmonious living environment for students and staff throughout an intensive six-week summer institute.
• Plans and supervises day and night duty as assigned by the Program Director and Assistant Directors.
• Plans and coordinates cross-curricular and recreational programming, including activities to support the program's positive climate program.
• Attends, monitors, and participates in daily meals.
• Assists in chaperoning all field trips, and cultural and recreational activities, as needed.
• Attends staff development activities, weekly staff meetings, and student assemblies.
• Prepares and submits written evaluations of staff, students, and summer program.
• Operates motor vehicle to travel to work sites.

Other Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in or with Upward Bound/TRiO or similar residential program as participant or staff.
• Experience living in a residential dormitory or on own.
• Ability to work with high school-aged youth.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional attitude.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Awareness of factors affecting student access and success in higher education, including those affecting marginalized students, students from diverse backgrounds, and students with disabilities.
• Ability to work in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Possess a positive, student-centered perspective.
• Class D Driver's License.

Qualifications Acquired on the Job

• Experience supervising staff.
• Additional knowledge of factors that affect educational access and success.
• Ability to practice Upward Bound education philosophy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of theories of positive behavioral support, student development and cultural competency.
• Knowledge of and experience in using positive approaches to behavioral management with high school age students.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Lifting and/or carrying of 30 lbs. or more.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Work in a crisis response environment.
• Must undergo a background review (CORI).
• Graduate students welcome to apply.

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday; including a 4 pm-1 am shift.
• 40 hours per week.
• This is a temporary, non-benefited position.

Salary Information

• $16.00 per hour.
• Includes room and board while on campus.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please upload a resume along with the completed application. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

Advertised: Feb 18 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Apr 22 2025 Eastern Daylight Time